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ITINERARY

1h 19m69 miles22 stops
1
Locked In Escapes
2760 N Academy Blvd Suite 301, Colorado Springs, CO 80917-5324
You have 60 minutes to find the clues and solve the puzzles. Can you escape?
2
Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway
2333 Steel Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-6791
3
Cacao Chemistry
109 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1405
Life is too short for bad chocolate. Our customers care deeply about making every moment count. That's what makes them a good fit for Cacao Chemistry. They want to feel inspired, listened to, and taken care of, and quality is their top priority. Doing what we love hinges on finding the best ingredients, so we're dedicated to sourcing the finest European chocolate and turning it into artfully-crafted confections. This means we make just a few things very, very well and we do it with precision. How will you make your moment count?
4
Colorado Springs Philharmonic
190 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2211
The finest music-making in Southern Colorado.
5
Visitor Information Center
515 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3907
Situated at the base of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, Olympic City USA offers excellence in adventure travel. Voted “Best City” by Outside Magazine, this vibrant destination is home to amazing outdoor exploration and distinctive Western charm that has attracted generations for more than 100 years. Visitors will find stunning natural scenery, art, culture, history and culinary delights among iconic attractions like Garden of the Gods Park, historic gold mines and a variety of world-class museums.
6
Expanding Minds Unlimited - The Colorado Springs Children's Museum
2860 S Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4113
Exciting fun for families includes art projects, live animals, science and nature exploration, history and culture. The children's and natural History Museum Museum has something for everyone.
7
Millibo Art Theatre
1626 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905-2242
8
Carmike Cinema
1770 Briargate Blvd Anchor Upper Level, Chapel Hills 13, Colorado Springs, CO 80920-3443
9
Genesis MedSpa
142 S Raven Mine Dr Ste 250, Colorado Springs, CO 80905-4406
10
Space Foundation
4425 Arrowswest Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-3445
The Space Foundation Discovery Center is the region's first and only space, science and technology center. It is an interactive, museum-quality destination that advances space-based science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) in the exciting context of space exploration, development and utilization.
11
World Arena
3185 Venetucci Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4020
12
Glen Eyrie Castle
3820 N 30th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-5001
Nestled on 750 breathtaking acres with 95 rooms, Glen Eyrie's stunning beauty and rich heritage creates a place where guests can get away to rejuvenate and spend time in a safe setting. Glen Eyrie provides a unique guest experience which sets the stage for all to discover, explore, and be transformed. Guests can enjoy overnight stays, historical tours, Castle teas, enriching programs, retreats, group events or a conference. Come visit the home of General William Jackson Palmer, the founder of the city of Colorado Springs. Glen Eyrie is a ministry of The Navigators, and is built upon the unique intersection of natural, historical, and spiritual heritage.
13
Helen Hunt Falls
3440 North Cheyenne Canyon Road North Cheyenne Canon Park, Colorado Springs, CO
14
The Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts
2344 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO 80210-5403
The Newman Center is a multi-disciplinary arts venue at the University of Denver that provides innovative, diverse and thought-provoking performance and education opportunities, and enables the community to remain engaged, inspired, and connected through the performing arts.
15
Platt Park Brewing Company
1875 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210-3136
16
Axe Whooping
437 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203-3403
Axe Whopping, an indoor axe throwing company in Denver is an excellent choice to get your friends together and take part in weekly leagues and experience this unique sport. Axe Whooping is home to the largest Axe Throwing Range in Denver, Colorado located on Broadway, just across from Banded Oak Brewery. Walk-in for a visit to our venue and you will surely fall in love with axe throwing.
17
Conflict Colorado
355 S Teller St, Lakewood, CO 80226-7390
Try the exciting sport of tactical laser tag. We use the most realistic weapons available, which are almost indistinguishable from the real thing. Participate in real missions. Complete objectives. Defeat the opposition. We specialize in corporate team building events, but are also excellent for groups, sports teams, and even individuals. Opportunity to learn real tactics from real vets.
18
Trinity United Methodist Church
1820 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202-3815
19
Cruise Room Bar
1600 17th St # CO in the Oxford Hotel, Denver, CO 80202-1204
20
LoDo Massage Studio
3101 Walnut St Ste 200, Denver, CO 80205-2330
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
21
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
7970 E Northfield Blvd, Denver, CO 80238-3527
22
Diebolt Brewing Company
3855 Mariposa St, Denver, CO 80211-2647
Founded in early 2013 by father and son duo Dan and Jack Diebolt, Diebolt Brewing Company’s production facility and tasting room are located in the burgeoning Sunnyside neighborhood of North Denver. Brewing is in their blood from Dan's father pressing grapes in his garage to their distant relatives currently making champagne in France. It is this French ancestry and ties to historical French brewing regions that have influenced some of Diebolt's beer styles. While Diebolt’s main focus is exploring French style beer they enjoy making a wide variety of styles and flavors and received national acclaim with a Silver at the 2014 Great American Beer Festival for their Braggarts Brown Ale.
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:Locked In Escapes
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
5.0
(95) review
You have 60 minutes to find the clues and solve the puzzles. Can you escape?
2760 N Academy Blvd Suite 301, Colorado Springs, CO 80917-5324
2
Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
5.0
(9) review
2333 Steel Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-6791
3
Cacao Chemistry
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.5
(9) review
Life is too short for bad chocolate. Our customers care deeply about making every moment count. That's what makes them a good fit for Cacao Chemistry. They want to feel inspired, listened to, and taken care of, and quality is their top priority. Doing what we love hinges on finding the best ingredients, so we're dedicated to sourcing the finest European chocolate and turning it into artfully-crafted confections. This means we make just a few things very, very well and we do it with precision. How will you make your moment count?
109 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1405
4
Colorado Springs Philharmonic
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
5.0
(83) review
The finest music-making in Southern Colorado.
190 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2211
5
Visitor Information Center
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.0
(9) review
Situated at the base of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, Olympic City USA offers excellence in adventure travel. Voted “Best City” by Outside Magazine, this vibrant destination is home to amazing outdoor exploration and distinctive Western charm that has attracted generations for more than 100 years. Visitors will find stunning natural scenery, art, culture, history and culinary delights among iconic attractions like Garden of the Gods Park, historic gold mines and a variety of world-class museums.
515 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3907
6
Expanding Minds Unlimited - The Colorado Springs Children's Museum
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
5.0
(9) review
Exciting fun for families includes art projects, live animals, science and nature exploration, history and culture. The children's and natural History Museum Museum has something for everyone.
2860 S Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4113
7
Millibo Art Theatre
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.5
(9) review
1626 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905-2242
8
Carmike Cinema
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.0
(9) review
1770 Briargate Blvd Anchor Upper Level, Chapel Hills 13, Colorado Springs, CO 80920-3443
9
Genesis MedSpa
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
3.0
(9) review
142 S Raven Mine Dr Ste 250, Colorado Springs, CO 80905-4406
10
Space Foundation
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.0
(83) review
The Space Foundation Discovery Center is the region's first and only space, science and technology center. It is an interactive, museum-quality destination that advances space-based science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) in the exciting context of space exploration, development and utilization.
4425 Arrowswest Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-3445
11
World Arena
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.0
(94) review
3185 Venetucci Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4020
12
Glen Eyrie Castle
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.5
(914) review
Nestled on 750 breathtaking acres with 95 rooms, Glen Eyrie's stunning beauty and rich heritage creates a place where guests can get away to rejuvenate and spend time in a safe setting. Glen Eyrie provides a unique guest experience which sets the stage for all to discover, explore, and be transformed. Guests can enjoy overnight stays, historical tours, Castle teas, enriching programs, retreats, group events or a conference. Come visit the home of General William Jackson Palmer, the founder of the city of Colorado Springs. Glen Eyrie is a ministry of The Navigators, and is built upon the unique intersection of natural, historical, and spiritual heritage.
3820 N 30th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-5001
13
Helen Hunt Falls
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado·
4.5
(884) review
3440 North Cheyenne Canyon Road North Cheyenne Canon Park, Colorado Springs, CO
14
The Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(9) review
The Newman Center is a multi-disciplinary arts venue at the University of Denver that provides innovative, diverse and thought-provoking performance and education opportunities, and enables the community to remain engaged, inspired, and connected through the performing arts.
2344 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO 80210-5403
15
Platt Park Brewing Company
Denver, Colorado·
4.5
(9) review
1875 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210-3136
16
Axe Whooping
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(9) review
Axe Whopping, an indoor axe throwing company in Denver is an excellent choice to get your friends together and take part in weekly leagues and experience this unique sport. Axe Whooping is home to the largest Axe Throwing Range in Denver, Colorado located on Broadway, just across from Banded Oak Brewery. Walk-in for a visit to our venue and you will surely fall in love with axe throwing.
437 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203-3403
17
Conflict Colorado
Lakewood, Colorado·
5.0
(9) review
Try the exciting sport of tactical laser tag. We use the most realistic weapons available, which are almost indistinguishable from the real thing. Participate in real missions. Complete objectives. Defeat the opposition. We specialize in corporate team building events, but are also excellent for groups, sports teams, and even individuals. Opportunity to learn real tactics from real vets.
355 S Teller St, Lakewood, CO 80226-7390
18
Trinity United Methodist Church
Denver, Colorado·
4.0
(9) review
1820 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202-3815
19
Cruise Room Bar
Denver, Colorado·
4.5
(98) review
1600 17th St # CO in the Oxford Hotel, Denver, CO 80202-1204
20
LoDo Massage Studio
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(99) review
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
3101 Walnut St Ste 200, Denver, CO 80205-2330
21
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
Denver, Colorado·
4.5
(93) review
7970 E Northfield Blvd, Denver, CO 80238-3527
22
Diebolt Brewing Company
Denver, Colorado·
4.0
(9) review
Founded in early 2013 by father and son duo Dan and Jack Diebolt, Diebolt Brewing Company’s production facility and tasting room are located in the burgeoning Sunnyside neighborhood of North Denver. Brewing is in their blood from Dan's father pressing grapes in his garage to their distant relatives currently making champagne in France. It is this French ancestry and ties to historical French brewing regions that have influenced some of Diebolt's beer styles. While Diebolt’s main focus is exploring French style beer they enjoy making a wide variety of styles and flavors and received national acclaim with a Silver at the 2014 Great American Beer Festival for their Braggarts Brown Ale.
3855 Mariposa St, Denver, CO 80211-2647

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What's the driving distance between Colorado Springs and Aurora?
The distance is 69 miles
What's the travel time between Colorado Springs and Aurora?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 1h 19m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Aurora?
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