Title: Visit USAF Academy: 2026 Travel Guide for USAF Academy, Colorado Springs | Expedia.com [Hotels in USAF Academy](https://expedia.com/USAF-Academy-Hotels.d553248635974906362.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in USAF Academy](https://expedia.com/USAF-Academy-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635974906362.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to USAF Academy](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-USAF-Academy.d553248635974906362.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in USAF Academy](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-USAF-Academy.d553248635974906362.Car-Rental-Guide)[USAF Academy Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/USAF-Academy.d553248635974906362.Destination-Travel-Guides) # USAF Academy, CO ## Travel Guide ![ #StunningStructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071575/3faab6e1-6ec0-4760-8ed0-b3e95e9d3b1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs is offers the public a glimpse into the training and education offered to the Air Force's future officers. http://www.liferidingshotgun.com/2014/08/7-things-to-do-in-colorado-springs.html](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071575/c0036e21-8e9b-4702-b26b-6d1753ba41f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Busy place ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071575/fdc5b1cd-1d81-4f45-9e8a-3d01e4c3c620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![When you walk in to the Cadet Chapel, take in the beauty. Then turn around and look up and look at the absolutely ginormous organ that sits above the entrance. That thing must sound amazing!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/900/2751f003-b2fe-45a4-ab1f-fbbf94b78c34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![US Air Force Academy which includes a square or plaza, military items and a memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071575/4ec9e9ff-d9b3-44c3-aba4-b726881a0e33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit USAF Academy Things to do - USAF Academy Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in USAF Academy ![The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18200/18197/56f8f038_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs 8110 N Academy Blvd Colorado Springs CO $89 nightly $99 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,974 reviews) Beautiful, safe hotel. Friend staff. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=18197&PinnedHotelID=18197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974906362) ![Garden of the Gods Resort and Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909713/a90fe68e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Garden of the Gods Resort and Club 3320 Mesa Rd Colorado Springs CO $277 nightly $306 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) Grounds and room were very clean. Ordered room service, food was salty and bland. Kids meal tasted like spaghetti out of a can. For the price, this was upsetting. Views are impeccable. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=909713&PinnedHotelID=909713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974906362) ![Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17240000/17239000/17238955/3c6cee15_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs 9494 Federal Drive Colorado Springs CO Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $149 nightly $164 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Colorado Springs. Enjoy 4 indoor pools, 4 restaurants, and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (878 reviews) The staff went above and beyond for our stay and found my sons build a bear he lost by the fire place. We always come back here every spring break. 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(141 reviews) The Trolley Car was very comfortable, beautifully decorated and in a perfect location to enjoy our stay in Colorado Springs. Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Colorado-Springs-Hotels-Restored-1850s-Trolley.h34911471.Hotel-Information) ![The Best VRBO In Colorado Springs. Our Reviews Prove It. Near All The Venues ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31260000/31256500/31256432/6c2dd1da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Best VRBO In Colorado Springs. Our Reviews Prove It. Near All The Venues Colorado Springs CO Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 10/10 Exceptional! (240 reviews) The house is very nice!! Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Colorado-Springs-Hotels-The-Best-VRBO-In-Colorado-Springs-Our-Reviews-Prove-It-Near-All-The-Venues.h31256432.Hotel-Information) ![Cottage Next to the Creek in Historic Cascade Canyon At The Foot Of Pikes Peak](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33483100/33483100/51976a47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cottage Next to the Creek in Historic Cascade Canyon At The Foot Of Pikes Peak cascade CO Stay at this cottage in Cascade. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods are located nearby. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (288 reviews) Everything was excellent and we had a great time! Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Colorado-Springs-Hotels-Cottage-Next-To-The-Creek-In-Historic-Cascade-Canyon-At-The-Foot-Of-Pikes-Peak.h33483100.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in USAF Academy](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635974906362&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check USAF Academy hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24)[Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[Mar 24 - Mar 25](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974906362&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Garden of the Gods showing mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071579/61146f1c-2a24-4ebe-a10c-8d7a06e72ccf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Garden of the Gods 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. 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[](https://expedia.com/US-Air-Force-Academy-Colorado-Springs.d6071575.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cheyenne Mountain Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071583/80a6724e-aee2-4fb9-a3c5-4b04b1914100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cheyenne Mountain Zoo 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cheyenne-Mountain-Zoo-Southwest-Colorado-Springs.d6071583.Vacation-Attraction) ![Seven Falls in Colorado Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127037/621eb443-3a52-4a17-b65e-160d542a3cf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Broadmoor Seven Falls Enjoy the mountain views and explore The Broadmoor 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. [](https://expedia.com/The-Broadmoor-Seven-Falls-Colorado-Springs.d6127037.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cave of the Winds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071585/494adda9-4956-455d-a8a1-347c9989da29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cave of the Winds Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old. [](https://expedia.com/Cave-Of-The-Winds-Colorado-Springs.d6071585.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![1 Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/797649/e782dcbd-8421-4498-9c45-b21be0a2e929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs $37 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/1-hour-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-colorado-springs.a797649.activity-details) ![Meet Here 725 Manitou Avenue](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50885199/229e4e92-c806-4cc8-a4bd-2228eb1e39f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Happy Hour Tour Manitou Springs on E-golf cart $69 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/happy-hour-tour-manitou-springs-on-e-golf-cart.a50885199.activity-details) ![U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48992285/2bfdb612-3688-4932-ad0a-663ce9a61631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission $30 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/us-olympic-paralympic-museum-admission.a48992285.activity-details) ![Garden of the Gods](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45038742/71990acd-6f9d-4772-8741-4c32e97f88de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Old Stage Road Jeep Tour $115 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/garden-of-the-gods.a45038742.activity-details) ![Signature Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4007774/4bcec99b-eed1-49b5-982e-adee453b9b5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour $180 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/signature-fins-course-scenic-zipline-tour.a4007774.activity-details) ![Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1358105/d23c664a-ab37-4c8d-9ee4-1b664007685c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs $92 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/classic-3-hour-food-tour-in-colorado-springs.a1358105.activity-details) [See all activities in USAF Academy](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-USAF-Academy.d553248635974906362.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near USAF Academy ![Colorado Springs featuring a bridge, a gorge or canyon and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602991/eb97d7c1-2e7c-4791-a022-7c5038c28700.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colorado Springs ![Discovered this stunning beauty in the old suburb town of Palmer Lake, CO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094906/b3564576-f938-481d-8322-e7735025c394.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Monument - 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