- The list below includes 74 free or cheap things to do in or near Manitou Springs, Colorado, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Art Gallery, History Museums and Arcades.
- From Manitou Springs Incline to Williams Canyon Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Manitou Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Colorado Springs, Woodland Park and Cripple Creek.
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            Ziplines soar over lush canyons during adrenaline-fueled excursions with provided full-body harnesses and water        
    
    
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                US Highway 24 West, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
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            A great place to learn about the mysterious Anazasi tribes, the Manitou Cliff Dwellings exhibits artifacts from the famous tribe. The museum is located in the actual cliff dwellings dug by the Anazasi tribes several thousands of years ago.        
    
    
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                517 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, CO 
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            With a variety of displays and exhibits, Manitou Springs Heritage Center celebrates the history of the community. Some exhibits include baseball memorabilia, water bottles and local photography. The center also periodically hosts speakers and historians.        
    
    
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            Miramoun Castle Museum offers visitors an insight into the Victorian architecture and lifestyle with its multiple exhibits and castle rooms complete with authentic furnishings. There is also a Queen's Parlor Tea Room which serves both Victorian and modern day food and refreshments.        
    
    
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            An art gallery run by a partnership of seven local artists, Green Horse Gallery offers a variety of original works of art in a variety of different media. The gallery also offers custom orders.        
    
    
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                Downtown Manitou Springs, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
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            Experiencing both the sights and flavors Colorado is best done by joining the Manitou Springs Food Tours. Guests can sample local delicacies from different local restaurants. Joining this food tour is a great way to explore the history and culture of Colorado.        
    
    
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            Established in 1974, Commonwheel Artists Co-op strives to promote artistic awareness and endeavor in the Pikes Peak region. The co-op hosts arts festivals and gallery events, and maintains a shop.        
    
    
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                1303-7221 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80809
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            Pikes Peak Zip Lines is a fully insured and registered natural terrain zip lining course that uses no artificial platforms or lifts. The course is located at over 6500 feet in elevation.        
    
    
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                351 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
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            Both a gallery and a studio, Cherokee's of Manitou Art Gallery offers the chance for visitors to see art at its conception. Featured art includes jewelry, hand-blown glass, porcelain paintings, and unique home décor.        
    
    
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            Both experienced riders and beginners are welcome at the Academy Riding Stables. Guided horseback riding is held in the area known as the Garden of the Gods Park during the summer months with perimeter rides offered in the winter.        
    
    
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                south of U.S. 24 near 31st St., Colorado Springs, CO 
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            Red Rock Canyon Open Space is a local park which contains a variety of rock formations including parallel ridges and eroded canyons which can be explored through the numerous hiking trails present here. The park also contains old industrial sites such as quarries and gravel pits.