4 days in Colorado Springs & Woodland Park Itinerary

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

On the 27th (Tue), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then sample some tasty brews at Rocky Mountain Food Tours, and then stroll around Garden of the Gods. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Penrose Heritage Museum, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, then learn about all things military at National Museum of World War II Aviation, and finally expand your understanding of the military at United States Air Force Academy.

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New York City to Colorado Springs is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from New York City to Colorado Springs. Expect slightly colder evenings in Colorado Springs when traveling from New York City in December, with lows around 18°F. You'll set off for Woodland Park on the 29th (Thu).

The City of Woodland Park is a Home Rule Municipality that is the most populous city in Teller County, Colorado, United States and is immediately west of El Paso County and the unincorporated community of Crystola. Start off your visit on the 29th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum and then examine the collection at Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center.

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Woodland Park is just a short distance from Colorado Springs. In December, daily temperatures in Woodland Park can reach 43°F, while at night they dip to 15°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can go by car back home.