HIKE, BIKE, & CLIMB for all levels of enthusiasts from the Inn's front door to the many trailheads nearby. The Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Canyon with its spiritual red rock formations, and the varied terrains of Mueller State Park are some favorites. Let the Two Sisters Inn show you more places to hike, bike, and climb.![]()
WALK with a guide or take self-guided tours of the Historic District of Manitou Springs. Drink from the many "healing" mineral springs and learn about the Victorian architecture and sites (such as the century-old Town Clock) on your Historic Plaque self-guided tours, which you can start right from the Inn.
ENJOY the wide selection of restaurants for all tastes and budgets, most within walking distance of the Inn. Shop at the unique art galleries, antique stores, and diverse shops right in Manitou Springs or in nearby Old Colorado City. See Iron Springs Melodrama Theater here in Manitou Springs and more great live theater in Colorado Springs, or take a scenic drive to Cripple Creek for a chance to strike it rich at the casinos. Let the Two Sisters Inn show you enjoyable places to eat, shop, and play.![]()
RAFT, BALLOON, FISH, & HORSEBACK RIDE in picturesque surroundings. These adventures can be arranged for you by the Two Sisters Inn.![]()
LEARN at some of the best higher education centers in the country. Colorado Springs is home to one of the finest military academies in the country--the U.S. Air Force Academy and the prestigious Colorado College. Let the Two Sisters Inn show you some other universities in the area.![]()
More places to HIKE, BIKE, & CLIMB:
Bear Creek Nature Center, Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Fountain Creek Regional Park, Monument Valley Park, North Cheyenne Canyon Park, Paint Mines Interpretive Park, Pike National Forest, Rainbow Falls, Waldo Canyon
Challenge Unlimited-Pikes Peak by Bike, Manitou Bike Rentals & Repair, CityROCK Indoor climbing
TOUR ATTRACTIONS, MUSEUMS, & RAILROADS
Attractions: Cave of the Winds, Flying W Ranch, Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, Ghost Town Museum, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Manitou Springs Arcade, Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, North Pole & Santa's Workshop, Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, Seven Falls, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Olympic Training Center.
Museums: Broadmoor Skating Museum, Cripple Creek Heritage Center and Gold mining District, Manitou Springs Heritage Center, Miramont Castle, Numismatic Museum, Pioneers Museum, Rockledge Ranch, Spencer Penrose's The Broadmoor Hotel, Western Museum of Mining & Industry.
Railroads: Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, Manitou Springs Cog Railway, Royal Gorge Route Railroad
ENJOYABLE PLACES TO EAT, SHOP, & PLAY
Restaurants:
Restaurants In Manitou Springs: Adam's Mountain Cafe, Craftwood Inn, Heart of Jerusalem Cafe, Hell's Kitchen Pizza, The Keg, The Loop, Margo's Vienna Station, Mona Lisa Fondue, Savelli's, Spice of Life, Stagecoach Inn, Swirl Wine Bar, Tajine Alami, The Cliff House, Townhouse Lounge, Wild Ginger Thai Restaurant
Innkeeper's Favorite Restaurants (outside of Manitou Springs): Chopsticks Asian Bistro, Edelweiss Restaurant, Golden Bee at the Broadmoor, La Baguette, La Creperie, Luigi's, Phantom Canyon Brewing Company, Saigon Cafe
Shops: Black Cat Book Store/Safron, Christmas in Manitou, Dulcimer Shop, Gigi's-The Animal Lovers' Gift Shop, Glassblowers of Manitou, Manitou Kitchen Shop, Manitou Outpost, Mountain High Sportswear, Olive Tap, Patsy's Original, Pikes Peak Chocolate, Paramide Clothing Company, Quacker Gift Shop, Taos Trading Co., The Ten Spot, Whickerbill Gifts
Theater: Iron Springs Chateau Melodrama Theater, Manitou Art Theater, Pikes Peak Center, Stargazers Theater, The Simpich Showcase, World Arena
Places and outfitters to RAFT, BALLOON, FISH, & HORSEBACK RIDE
Raft & Balloon: Adventures Out West, Echo Canyon River Expeditions, River Runners
Fish: Eleven Mile Reservoir, Spinney Reservoir, Rampart Range Reservoir, South Platte River, Anglers Covey, Colorado Fly Fishing Services, Peak Fly Shop
Horseback: Academy Riding Stables, Stables at the Broadmoor
Places to LEARN:
IntelliTec College, National American University Campus, Nazarene Bible College, Phoenix University at Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak Community College, Regis University, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, University of the Rockies
"Sharon & Wendy will make you want to secure a reservation for a return visit before you even pack your car to go home. Now that's an inspired vacation!"
- C. Herleman