Updated: December 1, 2023

Samantha Brown's Places to Love

Colorado Springs – Olympic City USA is featured in an episode of Samantha Brown's Places to Love. Watch it now!

Samantha Visits Colorado Springs

Samantha Brown’s Places to Love

It's easy to see why Samantha loves this place.

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Planning your own trip to Colorado Springs? Explore the Pikes Peak Region just like Samantha Brown did! Below is a recommended itinerary for how you can visit all of the stops Samantha saw when she was here. Check out our Trip Planner tool to map out your next visit.

Day 1 - Welcome to Olympic City USA

Stop 1: The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Samantha explores the interactive U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum with Paralympian and Silver-Medal Winner John Register, where she competes in various Olympic sports and learns about John’s personal story.

What's a better introduction to Olympic City USA than a visit to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum? One of the most accessible, interactive museums in the world, you can try out Olympic and Paralympic sports in a fully-customized tour.

Stop 2: Brother Luck's Lucky Dumpling

Samantha samples Chef Brother Luck’s creative take on dumplings and other delicious dishes at his new concept restaurant, Lucky Dumpling.

After competing against virtual athletes and trying various sports, we're sure you've worked up an appetite. Head to Lucky Dumpling for a delicious lunch.

Stop 3: Atrevida Beer Co.

At Atrevida Beer Co., Samantha hangs with “Bold, Daring, Audacious” Head Brewer Jess Fierro, the first Latina Brewery Owner and Head Brewer in Colorado. Their motto: “Diversity, it’s on tap!”

End the day at Atrevida for a cold one among great company.

Day 2 - A Voyage Up America's Mountain

Stop 4: The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway

No visit to Colorado Springs is complete without visiting Pikes Peak – America's Mountain. Samantha rides The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway to the summit of Pikes Peak.

A trip to the Pikes Peak Region wouldn't be complete without heading up America's Mountain to soak in the views. The Cog Railway takes visitors up to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak on an incredible, 3.5 hour round trip journey.

Stop 5: The Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center

The new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center offers interpretive exhibits, great food, a gift shop and above all, magnificent views.

Once at the top of Pikes Peak, check out the new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center and enjoy a delicious summit donut (or 3) made fresh daily.

Day 3 - Small Towns

Stop 6: The Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center

At the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, Samantha meets Founder Darlene Kobobel and interacts with wolves and discusses the Center’s mission of providing a home to wolves and Swift Foxes.

There is so much to see in the Pikes Peak Region! Take a day trip from Colorado Springs to nearby Divide where you can howl with the wolves at the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, one of very few sanctuaries in the United States which has been certified by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Stop 7 – The Colorado Ski Furniture Shop

In Manitou Springs, Samantha visits the famous mineral springs and stops off at the Colorado Ski Furniture shop, which repurposes old skis and snowboards into quality hand-crafted furniture.

After visiting Divide, head to downtown Manitou Springs to enjoy the shops and mineral springs – including a visit to check out the Colorado Ski Furniture Shop.

Day 4 - Iconic Places

Stop 8 – Garden of the Gods Park

Taking a hike, Samantha explores Garden of the Gods Park, one of the most incredible geological wonders of the world, with Geologist, Jay Temple.

Head to Garden of the Gods Park where you can walk, hike, bike, Segway or horseback ride around the miles of trails.

STOP 9 – The Broadmoor Hotel

Samantha returns to an old favorite grand hotel, The Broadmoor, where she secretly replaces her photo on their Wall of Fame with an updated portrait.

Cap off your visit with a trip to the iconic The Broadmoor Hotel. Soak in the history of this luxurious property and enjoy a meal at one of the many fine dining establishments on-site.

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