Area History

When Colorado Springs was established there were over 100 millionaires in this area due to the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. Many built homes along the impressive Wood Avenue in downtown Colorado Springs, which is still an impressive drive today.

General William Jackson Palmer had big dreams for Colorado Springs, envisioning a cultural hot spot befitting his high-class wife. He was responsible for bringing electricity and the train to the. Upon one of his first visits, he wrote to his wife, “Could one live in constant view of these grand mountains without being elevated by them into a lofty place of thought and purpose?” This mindset no doubt encouraged him to establish a city regulation to keep buildings low so they would not obstruct the views of the mountains.

Restaurant List by Area

Southwest:

  • Broadmoor
  • Edelweiss
  • Prime
  • Ivywild
  • Cheyenne Mountain Resort

Downtown Colorado Springs:

  • Fujiama
  • Denver Biscuit Company
  • Coquettes
  • Paris Crepes
  • The Famous
  • The Skirted Heifer
  • McKenzies

Old Colorado City:

  • Rudy’s
  • Jake and Telly’s
  • Pizzeria Rustica
  • Paravicini’s
  • La Baguette

Manitou Springs:

  • Mona Lisa
  • Cliff House
  • The Loop
  • Adams Mountain Cafe
  • Sahara Cafe
  • Briarhurst Manor
  • Swirl
  • Crystal Park Cantina
  • PJ's Stagecoach Inn

West:

  • Black Bear Diner
  • Marigolds
  • Little Nepal
  • Caspian Cafe
  • Mollica's Italian Deli

Northwest:

  • Oliver’s Deli
  • Margarita at Pine Creek
  • Mama Pearls Cajun Diner
  • Bird Dog BBQ
  • Narai Thai
  • Salsa Brava Fresh Mexican Grill
  • Cowboy Star

Powers:

  • Tucano’s
  • Till
  • Jose Muldoons
  • Piglatin Cocina
  • Happy Time Dine In
  • The Wobbly Olive
  • Urban Egg
  • Pueblo Viejo

Northgate:

  • Bourbon Brothers
  • The Rocky Mountain Brewery
  • Sprigs
  • Duca's Neapolitan Pizza
  • CB & Potts
  • Fuzzy's Taco Shop
  • Sushi Ato
  • Atmosphere Gastropub

Monument:

  • La Casa Fiesta

Shopping Destinations:

  • Prominade at Briargate
  • Chapel Hills Mall
  • City Center
  • University Village
  • Old Colorado City
  • Downtown Colorado Springs
  • Downtown Monument

Colorado Springs Area Attractions

Colorado Springs:

  • Garden of the Gods
  • Horse Back Riding
  • Hiking
  • Gift Shops
  • CC Hockey Games
  • Broadmoor Resort
  • 7 Falls
  • Helen Hunt Falls
  • Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
  • Cheyenne Canyon
  • Farmers Market
  • Old Colorado City
  • America The Beautiful Park
  • Chapel Hills Mall

Manitou Springs:

  • Fruit Cake Toss
  • Emma Crawford Coffin Race
  • Clay Fest
  • The Incline

Air Force Academy:

  • Football Games
  • Hockey Games
  • Basketball Games
  • Trails
  • Aeronautical Exhibits
  • AFA Chapel

Arts:

  • Pikes Peak Center
  • Fine Art Center
  • Ent Performance Center

Dog Parks:

  • Bear Creek
  • Briargate
  • Palmer Park