Roadside Attractions in Colorado Springs
2 places worth pulling over for in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.
Michael Garman's Magic Town
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Step into a gritty, magical 1950s urban neighborhood recreated in a highly detailed 1:12 scale. Spanning 3,000 square feet, this miniature city features hand-sculpted characters, alleyways, and holographic illusions that bring the scenes to life. It took decades of meticulous sculpting to complete this hidden gem.
The Airplane Restaurant
Colorado Springs, CO
Dine inside a fully intact 1953 Boeing KC-97 tanker, one of the largest piston-powered propeller-driven refueling aircraft ever built. This unique aviation-themed eatery lets you eat in the main cabin or even the cockpit. It offers a nostalgic journey through aviation history alongside classic American fare.
Planning the stop
1 of 2 are free to visit. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.
Also worth a stop in Colorado
Bishop Castle
Rye, CO
This monumental hand-built castle is the solo creation of Jim Bishop, who spent over fifty years stacking stone and iron. It features soaring towers, precarious bridges, and even a metal dragon that breathes actual fire. It stands as a mind-boggling testament to one man's persistence.
St. Elmo Ghost Town
Buena Vista, CO
Step back into the 1880s at one of Colorado's best-preserved ghost towns. Boasting over 40 intact wooden buildings, including a saloon and general store, it offers an incredibly eerie yet peaceful glance into the state's mining past. You can even buy sunflower seeds to feed the incredibly friendly resident chipmunks!
Cano's Castle
Antonito, CO
Built by Vietnam veteran Dominic "Cano" Espinoza, this towering folk-art castle is constructed from thousands of beer cans, hubcaps, and metal scraps. Created as a tribute to God for surviving the war, its gleaming aluminum spires create a mesmerizing, reflective spectacle in the Colorado sun.
More towns in Colorado
Antonito (1)·Buena Vista (1)·Burlington (1)·Glenwood Springs (1)·Rye (1)