SPONSORED CONTENT Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Hand-feed the herd in our new Giraffe Center while taking in incredible mountain views at the #2 Zoo in North America, as ranked by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in 2025. From up-close animal demonstrations to sky-high adventure on the Mountaineer Sky Ride, every visit supports wildlife. Advance tickets required. Rideshare tickets always available. Ghost Town Museum The Ghost Town Museum is a living-history exhibit of Colorado’s Wild West past with fun and educational activities for the whole family. Explore the preserved Gold Rush-era town displaying authentic artifacts, crank a butter churn, operate an old-time arcade game or pan for real gold in the summer. Plus, you can shop for gifts or sip an old-fashioned sarsaparilla beverage. Academy Riding Stables Enjoy the epic red sandstone and limestone landscape of the Garden of the Gods with Academy Riding Stables in an iconically Western way — on horseback. You’ll make a new, neighing friend while learning horse-riding basics (or improving your current skills) on one-and two-hour scenic rides through giant rock formations or on pony rides for kids ages 2 to 7. CMZoo.org 719.633.9925 GhostTownMuseum.com 719.634.0696 AcademyRidingStables.com 719.633.5667 PIKES PEAK REGION ATTRACTIONS 15 Attractions for $15 or Less! Discover incredible family-friendly adventures in Colorado Springs with 15 amazing attractions that won’t break the bank at under $15 each! From the free natural wonder of Garden of the Gods with its towering red rock formations to hands-on excitement at the Space Foundation Discovery Center, there’s something for every budget-conscious traveler. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, educational experiences, or unique attractions like panning for gold at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry, Colorado Springs delivers unforgettable memories without the hefty price tag. Pikes-Peak.com/15 | 800.525.2250 COLORADO . COM 51
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