Olympic City USA - Visit Colorado Springs

Why Olympic City USA

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Let the Games Inspire Your Olympic City USA Itinerary

1. Enjoy the Podium Package

Enjoy two of our iconic Olympic and Paralympic-centric attractions with a Podium Package. The joint ticket includes a tour of both the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center. At the museum, one of the most accessible, interactive museums in the world, guests can explore the legacies of Team USA’s greatest athletes and relieve some of the most iconic moments in Games history. The Training Center provides an up-close-and-personal glimpse into how athletes prepare for the competition through strength training, nutrition and more.

2. Complete at high elevation

Not for the faint of heart, several trails in Colorado Springs will push you to the limit of your physical abilities and test your Mountaineering skills. The Manitou Incline is well-known for its 2,000 feet of elevation gain over less than one mile up 2,768 steps. Sound wild? It is. It’s perhaps the most unique and challenging trail in the country, attracting runners, military personnel and elite athletes. Other challenging trails include cycling routes like those in Garden of the Gods Park or even up and down Pikes Peak. Garden of the Gods Park has miles of bicycle-friendly trails ranging from paved to unpaved for both road bikes and mountain bikes. The many hills and curves will challenge riders while offering incredible views throughout the park. While Pikes Peak Highway is fully paved, it’s intense, ascending more than 4,800 vertical feet with over 150 turns to the 14,115-foot summit of America’s Mountain.

3. Reflect on the champions of the past

Located near The Broadmoor, the World Figure Skating Museum & Hall of Fame features a collection of skating costumes and other memorabilia. Visitors will also learn how athletes perform some of the most intricate jumps and tricks. The ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy is another place visitors can learn about notable athletes and be inspired by the colorful history of rodeo legends.

4. Celebrate the spirit of local competition

Our hometown teams can be just as exciting to cheer on as Team USA! Catch a Switchbacks FC soccer match at Weidner Field, or cheer on CC Tigers at Robson Arena.

5. Embark on a winter sports adventure

Test your skills at the Winter Games events you love.

Ice skate at Acacia Park in Downtown Colorado Springs
Cross-country ski in Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Try your hand at curling with the Broadmoor Curling Club

Winter in COS

Winter in Colorado Springs is one of the best-kept secrets. Enjoy bright, bluebird skies, warm sunshine and amplified adventure. This isn’t your typical Midwest winter. This is where winter comes alive.

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Why Olympic City USA

Colorado Springs is proudly known as Olympic City USA — a title shaped by both stunning and challenging geography and rich history. Our high elevation and natural terrain have long made this region an ideal training ground, which is why the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum chose to call Colorado Springs home. This is also home to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and more than 25 national governing bodies; more than any other city in the country. During Games years, that legacy comes to life across the community.

Here, we invite you to do more than watch the Games. You can feel the Olympic spirit firsthand, explore where athletes train and be inspired in the very city that helps shape Team USA. With the Winter Games coming in February, there is plenty to see and do to get inspired.

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Attractions

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum stands as a beacon of inspiration and achievement. It's not just a museum – it's a testament to the indomitable human spirit, where the pursuit of excellence knows no bounds. As you step through the doors of this state-of-the-art facility, you embark on a transformative journey that promises to leave an indelible mark on your heart and mind.

Uncover the stories of our nation's most exceptional athletes whose sheer determination and unwavering dedication propelled them to the pinnacle of their respective sports. With interactive exhibits and immersive displays, you'll witness the highs and lows of America's greatest athletes and iconic Olympic and Paralympic moments throughout the 60,000-square-foot attraction. And with the museum's cutting-edge technology and universal designs, it offers a truly personalized experience for every visitor.

And let's not forget the stunning architecture of the museum itself. The award-winning building has a sleek, modern design with stunning views of Pikes Peak, America's Mountain.

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, history buff, or just in search of inspiration, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum promises an unforgettable and uplifting experience. Come and see for yourself why it's not just a museum; it's a testament to the boundless human potential that resides within us all. Buy your ticket today, and embark on a journey that will stay with you long after you've left our doors.

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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs

Attractions

The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center offers year-round guided tours of the OPTC facilities. The guided walking tour explores several training venues at the OPTC, lasting approximately 75 minutes.

Monday-Saturday: Tours are conducted hourly, on the hour. The first tour begins at 10am, and the last tour departs at 4pm.

General Admission:

Adults: $16
Senior Citizens (60+), Military, Teachers, 1st Responders: $14
Children ages 5-12: $12
US Olympic & Paralympic Museum Members: $12
Children ages 4 and under: FREE
Olympians & Paralympians: FREE

*Reservations are only required and accepted for groups of 10 or more. For groups of less than 10, no reservation is necessary. To make a reservation, please contact our Reservations Team at CSOPTC.Reservations@usopc.org.

Team USA Shop:

The Visitor Center includes one of two Team USA shops in the United States. The Team USA Shop offers a wide assortment of unique Olympic, Paralympic, and sport-specific merchandise. Each purchase helps support Team USA.

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Ed Robson Arena

Attractions

Colorado College's Ed Robson Arena is a multi-purpose, state-of-the-art, sustainable sporting event venue that benefits both the college and the City of Colorado Springs. CC Tiger Hockey games are now played on campus, for the first time in the history of the program. The arena is one of five unique Colorado Springs venues designed to strengthen and diversify the economic impact of Pikes Peak Region visitor attractions.

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Weidner Field, Home of the Switchbacks

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Weidner Field - Home of the Switchbacks, is an outdoor, downtown sports complex in Colorado Springs offering 117,000 sq/ft of event space for special events ranging from 20-15,000 attendees. It’s the perfect location offering an energetic atmosphere to host meetings, tournaments, receptions, weddings and more!

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