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Florissant must see attractions

1. Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is a 14,000-foot (4,300-meter) high mountain famed for its incredible vistas, high-altitude railroad and opportunities for adventure. It was named after explorer Zebulon Pike, who led an expedition to the area in 1806. Visit the summit of Pikes Peak at any time of the year to gaze across the spectacular Rocky Mountains. The view from here was the inspiration for Katherine Lee Bates' famed poem, America the Beautiful.
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Pikes Peak which includes mountains

2. Garden of the Gods

The rugged landscape of the western states of America has long been central to the region’s reputation as the Wild West and the Garden of the Gods is a stunning example of this terrain. As the low, grassy plains around Denver give way to dense woodlands, a series of rock formations rise dramatically upwards. These phenomenal red rocks are the centerpieces of the 1,367-acre (553-hectare) Garden of the Gods park, a favorite destination for hikers, mountain bikers and other lovers of the great outdoors.
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Garden of the Gods showing mountains and tranquil scenes

3. US Air Force Academy

Step onto the campus of the US Air Force Academy to discover what goes into the training of the country's elite air force personnel. Every year, the military institution puts hundreds of cadets through a rigorous 4-year academic program.
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US Air Force Academy featuring modern architecture

4. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a large complex on the side of a mountain. Laying claim to being America’s only mountain zoo, it sits at an altitude of 6,800 feet (2,100 meters) above sea level. The 140-acre (57-hectare) site is home to more than 800 animals representing over 200 species.
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals

5. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

Discover the fossilized remains of insects, leaves and fish at the Florissant Fossil Bed National Monument. The large protected area is known for the abundance and diversity of its fossil deposits.
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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

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Pikes Peak

4.5/5(973 reviews)

The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital.

Pikes Peak
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Garden of the Gods

5/5(1,525 reviews)

Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.

Garden of the Gods
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US Air Force Academy

4.5/5(531 reviews)

Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.

US Air Force Academy
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

4.5/5(358 reviews)

Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
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Glen Eyrie Castle

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Visit the English castle-like home and extensive grounds that once belonged to the founder of Colorado Springs and his family.

Glen Eyrie Castle
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Seven Falls

4.5/5(359 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Seven Falls
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Cave of the Winds

4.5/5(419 reviews)

Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.

Cave of the Winds
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Cheyenne Mountain State Park

4.5/5(411 reviews)

Thrill to the awesome scenery, hiking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities in the rugged foothills of a mountain.

Cheyenne Mountain State Park
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Red Rock Canyon Open Space

4.5/5(380 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Red Rock Canyon Open Space and also enjoy the hiking trails in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Popular day trips from Florissant

Colorado Springs which includes a gondola

Canon City

Cripple Creek showing forest scenes

Cripple Creek

Colorado Springs featuring a bridge, a gorge or canyon and landscape views

Colorado Springs