Hidden between Garden of the Gods and America's most famous mountain, Pikes Peak, lies the magical town of Manitou Springs.

"Manitou", a Native American word for "spirit", describes this beautiful mountain community. Eleven naturally carbonated mineral spring fountains, located throughout this Historic town, run free for all who wish to enjoy the healing benefits. The Ute, Cheyenne and other Native Americans considered this area sacred for the healing springs and clean mountain air.

Where Life and Art merge... 

Manitou Springs is a vibrant artisan community, home to world class art, music, theater and sidewalk sculpture displays. The Historic District is lined with unique art galleries, one of a kind gift shops and trading posts with handcrafted Native American treasures. 

Manitou Springs...

Is also home to internationally famous historic restaurants, as well as many favorite neighborhood dining establishments, Manitou Springs has a wide selection of quality accommodations: Lodging can be found in a historic hotel, many unique Victorian bed & breakfasts, classic and cozy unique hotels & motels, quality motor inns, top quality chains, secluded cabins & cottages  and RV Parks & campgrounds.  Manitou Springs is home to dozens of artists and art galleries. The Manitou Springs Arts Council is a driving force for the arts in our historic town!

The Pikes Peak area attractions make your Manitou Springs experience complete.

The Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway will take you to the top of Pikes Peak elevation 14,115 feet. At the Cave of the Winds, you will descend into the colorful depths of Colorado. Miramont Castle and the Cliff Dwellings Museum will take you back in time. The Iron Springs Chateau Melodrama and the Flying "W" Ranch Chuck Wagon Cowboy Show will tickle your funny bone and delight your senses. The Garden of the Gods Park & The Garden of the Gods Visitors & Nature Center and will lift your spirit. The Ghost Town Museum and the Manitou Springs Heritage Center will bring you back 100 years to an 1800"s old west town. Families have all of this to enjoy and more!

The North Pole & Santa's Workshop, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Seven Falls, Dinosaur Resource Center, Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center and the Air Force Academy, are all a short drive away.

2012 Events

Click here for a listing of Events in Manitou Springs

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February 18th Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-off       

The 2011-2012 Monarch Ski Promotion starting November 1st.  For every $75 spent shopping, dining, lodging, fueling your vehicle or most anything in the 80829 zip code, you will receive a Free Companion Lift Ticket Voucher for Monarch Ski Resort.  Bring your receipts to the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce office to pick yours up through February of 2012.

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