Old Colorado City, CO

Colorado Springs

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Shops, restaurants, galleries and historic buildings attract crowds to this former gold rush town near the center of modern-day Colorado Springs.

Browse shops, specialty boutiques and learn about the history of Colorado Springs when you visit its oldest district, Old Colorado City. The historic area was founded in 1859, the first settlement in the Pikes Peak region.

A good place to start your exploration is at Old Colorado City History Center Museum. Study artifacts and photographs that tell the story of the early years of Colorado City, the former name of this historic district.

As you make your way along the streets, look for some of the old buildings.  Go to Bancroft Park for the Garvin Cabin which was constructed in the year Colorado City was founded. See an example of Victorian architecture in the building that used to be Jacob Schmidt's Saloon and Beer Hall. Visit the 1891 Templeton Building that was once the location of a gentleman’s club. Stop by the Old Colorado City Library. It operates out of a 1904 Carnegie Library, built with money donated by the philanthropist Andrew Carnegie.

See the neighborhood in miniature at the Michael Garman Museum and Gallery. There are scale models of 18 buildings and hundreds of handmade sculptures that honor American heroes. Watch and listen to holograms of residents telling stories of life in the city.

Many visitors come to the old city for its shops. The streets are lined with independent stores and boutiques selling unique gifts, souvenirs, jewelry and antiques. Buy fresh local produce at the farmer’s market, held on Saturday mornings between June and October. If you want to take home an original piece of art, there are lots of art galleries to explore.

Embark on an art walk, which takes place on the first Friday of every month from  April to December. The self-guided tour features several streets of galleries and artist studios.

If you are here on the Memorial Day weekend, join in with the annual celebrations of the city's founding.

Old Colorado City is approximately 2 miles (3 kilometers) to the west of the center of Colorado Springs. Drivers will find free parking in some of the side streets.


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Garden of the Gods Motel

Garden of the Gods Motel

2 out of 5
2922 West Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is NT$2,943 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
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NT$3,243 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
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Garden of the Gods Motel
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs

The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs

3.5 out of 5
8110 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is NT$3,483 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$3,483
NT$3,838 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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"Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious! The rooms could you a little updating but were comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 2025/8/16

The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central

Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central

2.5 out of 5
7245 Commerce Center Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is NT$2,017 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
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NT$2,223 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Close to the city and many restaurants"

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Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Hotel Polaris

Hotel Polaris

4.5 out of 5
8989 N Gate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is NT$4,541 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
NT$4,541
NT$6,143 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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Reviewed on 2025/8/15

Hotel Polaris
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown

Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown

3 out of 5
201 East Kiowa Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is NT$3,574 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
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NT$3,939 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,063 reviews)
"Good place for the price. Very central to downtown Colorado Springs. Property was quiet and clean."

Reviewed on 2025/8/13

Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods

Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods

2.5 out of 5
555 W Garden Of Gods Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
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The price is NT$2,147 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
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NT$2,366 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,412 reviews)
"Excellent"

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Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
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