Top Things to do in El Paso County
Top Hotels in El Paso County
- 1. Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
- 2. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Fillmore Inn
- 3. SCP Colorado Springs Hotel
- 4. Drury Inn & Suites Colorado Springs
- 5. The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
- 6. Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
- 7. Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center
- 8. The Mining Exchange a Wyndham Grand Hotel & Spa
- 9. Cheyenne Mountain Colorado Springs, A Dolce Resort
- 10. The Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in El Paso County, El Paso County
Discover the best top things to do in El Paso County, United States including Colorado Springs Philharmonic, St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Penrose Heritage Museum, National Museum of World War II Aviation, CityRock Climbing Center, Colorado Springs Public Library - East Library, Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, Western Museum of Mining and Industry, Olympic Training Center, ProRodeo Hall of Fame.
Restaurants in El Paso County
1. Colorado Springs Philharmonic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 84 reviews
The finest music-making in Southern Colorado.
2. St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Armyav8rwife
We went to Mass here while visiting Colorado Springs. Mass was beautiful and everyone was so welcoming! Beautiful cathedral!
3. Penrose Heritage Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 206 reviews
(Reservations Required) Penrose Heritage Museum showcases the history and heritage of the Pikes Peak region through the personal artifact collection of Colorado Springs’ philanthropists Spencer and Julie Penrose. The museum exhibits 30 carriages, western cultural artifacts, and 15 race cars that competed in the infamous Race to the Clouds, one of the oldest motorsport events in the U.S., second only to the Indianapolis 500. Whether you are interested in the Penrose legacy, regional history, transportation, or motor sports, Penrose Heritage Museum is a cultural institution you will not want to miss when visiting Colorado.
Reviewed By babybear55
This feels like two museums in one. There’s an extensive display of horse drawn buggy’s and early horseless buggies and then a fascinating history from the Pikes Peak hill climb including many of the old and newer cars. Excellent display!
4. National Museum of World War II Aviation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,196 reviews
The Museum's new 40,000 sq ft hangar is now open at 775 Aviation Way on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 4;30 PM. Face masks are requirement and reservation should be made ahead of time at worldwariiaviation.org. Visitors can walk around the museum on their own and hosts are available to answer questions .Tours for WestPac, a private WWII aircraft restoration company will be offered hourly.
Reviewed By CoryC2000
My wife and I visited this past summer and the museum volunteers were amazing at providing an interactive educational experience for us. They took time to answer questions and give us personal instruction about the various aircraft and equipment on display. One of the volunteers went the extra mile to take us into the museum restoration facility where we could see airplanes being restored to become museum displays or being restored to be flyable aircraft. Lots of great things to see. Worth your time!
5. CityRock Climbing Center
6. Colorado Springs Public Library - East Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By patsplaces
Nice place and great views in the back of the library with a large park with grass and trees. I LIKE THIS PLACE. Great place for studying. They offer a variety of courses and events. The Facebook course I took was good and gave me a good understanding of how to use facebook.
7. Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,949 reviews
Discovered in 1881, Cave of the Winds has been a premier Colorado attraction for more than a century. Explore amazing caverns, experience total cave darkness, and marvel at the beauty of formations hundreds of thousands of years old. Then step outside and walk on the wind on the Wind Walker Challenge Course, fly like a bat on the Bat-a-Pult, and dive into Williams Canyon on the one of a kind aerial dive ride, the TERROR-Dactyl. Lots of family fun, amazing views and memories to last a lifetime!
Reviewed By jmosesee - Cahuita, Costa Rica
We had a great time. Matt and Wesley were kind and patient as our guides on the Via Ferrata Tour, Carissa was funny and authoritative as our guide for the Lantern Tour, and the Wind Walker playground is also amazing.
8. Western Museum of Mining and Industry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
The museum features artifacts and research involving the region's early mining and industrial activities.
Reviewed By jgrantco - Denver, United States
Was a nice respite away from the terrible crowds at other attractions. Interesting exhibits and nice grounds to walk.
9. Olympic Training Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,409 reviews
The Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center is home to Olympic hopefuls in various sport disciplines. Take the guided walking tour and see the facilities in which athletes train as the aspire to be part of Team USA in the upcoming Olympic Games!
Reviewed By SendMeSomewhere - Cincinnati, United States
This tour was awesome, got to visit so many sections of US Olympic training facilities, including the shooting range, cooking class kitchen, sports medicine, track and field, basketball, and gymnastics areas. Taylor was an excellent guide - clearly has a passion for the Olympics and everything it stands for. He pointed out several Paralympic and Olympic athletes as we toured the grounds. We learned so much and my 9- and 6- year old really enjoyed it all, too. Thanks for a great visit!!
10. ProRodeo Hall of Fame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
The ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy exists to educate the public about rodeo, its history, and its impact on Western American culture. The Hall of Fame will also provide recognition to rodeo notables of the past, present, and serve as an inspiration for the future.
Reviewed By 256richarda256
My wife and I visited while in area. Being a former Rodeo contestant, it was a must see for me. It is a beautiful facility with lots of historic photos and memorabilia. Worth the admission fee.
