If your time in Colorado Springs allows for a little rest and relaxation, the city has much to offer. From breathtaking views and landscapes, quaint shops and unique attractions, and a short drive to some of the world's best skiing, we invite you to experience Colorado Springs!
Local Attractions
If you decide to extend your stay in Colorado, there are plenty of outdoor and indoor recreational opportunities for everyone, including hiking, biking, theme parks, museums, and more. Following are just a few of the attractions: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Pikes Peak, Royal Gorge, Seven Falls, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, United States Air Force Academy, Garden of the Gods, and North Pole.
Facts and Figures
Colorado Springs was founded in 1871 by General William Jackson Palmer. It is the state's second largest city with a metro population of 554,000. Friendly residents, exciting recreational activities, unique attractions, and stunning natural beauty are what make Colorado Springs one of the most sought-after cities to visit and live in. The Springs was recently recognized as the "Number One Largest City," "Best City in Which to Chill," and "Most Dog-Friendly City" by Money Magazine.
Business
Colorado has a strong aerospace, satellite, and space industry, with more than 100 companies engaged in the research, development, and production of a wide variety of products and systems for commercial, military, and space applications. The state ranks second in the United States for private aerospace employment concentration and is home to the nation's third largest space economy, providing the support, resources, and workforce to promote innovation and industry leadership.
Colorado's Front Range is also a unique military community hosting numerous distinct and complimentary military missions and headquarters functions on six installations: United States Northern Command, North American Aerospace Defense Command, Cheyenne Mountain Directorate, Air Force Space Command, U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, Buckley Air Force Base, Fort Carson, Peterson Air Force Base, Schriever Air Force Base, and United States Air Force Academy.
Weather
Colorado is known for its snowy winters in the mountains and mild winter weather in the foothills. The state is proud to be one of the sunniest locations around averaging more than 300 sunny days per year. Summers are warm and dry, attracting many "snowbirds" to adapt it as a summer home. Although the average daily temperature is 50 degrees Fahrenheit for March and 60 degrees Fahrenheit for April, plan to dress in layers when you travel to the National Space Symposium, as the weather can and does change often in Colorado!
Airports
The Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is served by eight airlines and ranks consistently as the airport "lowest in delays" in the U.S. More than two million passengers pass through COS each year. Denver International Airport (DIA) - heavily used by Colorado Springs travelers - is an hour and a half drive from Colorado Springs. DIA is open 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week and is served by most major airlines and select charters, providing nonstop daily service to more than 130 national and international destinations.
Colorado Springs Restaurants within a 2-mile radius of The Broadmoor Hotel
Fast Food
Arby's - 1680 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., 719.579.0536Burger King - 1760 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., 719.540.2772
Carl's Jr. - 1414 Harrison Rd., 719.579.8682
Culver's - Lake Plaza Dr., 719.473.9707
Fazoli's - 1790 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., 719.579.7522
Subway - 1670 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. # C, 719.538.8606
Casual
Carlos Miguels (Mexican) - 110 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., 719.527.0500Carrabba's Italian Grill - 2815 Geyser Dr., 719.527.1126
Chili's Grill & Bar - 1706 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., 719.576.0440
China Doll (Asian) - 3629 Star Ranch Rd., 719.579.8822
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2130 Southgate Rd. # 100, 719.634.7195
Chopsticks (Asian) - 120 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., 719.579.9111
Hatch Cover Restaurant - 252 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., - 719.576.5223
International House of Pancakes - 2290 Southgate Rd., 719.635.0777
New Panda (Asian) - 445 E. Cheyenne Mtn. Blvd. # A, 719.576.9211
On the Border Mexican Grill - 2190 Southgate Rd., 719.635.0100
Outback Steakhouse - 2825 Geyser Dr., - 719.527.8745
Qdoba Mexican Grill - 1916 Southgate Rd., 719.635.3663
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers - 2230 Southgate Rd., 719.447.8810
Sushi Ai - 6552 S. Academy Blvd., 719.576.8855
