Top Colorado Springs Dining Experiences

Go beyond Garden of the Gods and sink into Colorado Springs’ explosive culinary scene. Visit several incredible restaurants and boutique food shops in downtown Colorado Springs, learning about the city’s history along the way, from Pikes Peak to the gold rush and beyond. This tour combines the best of all worlds—art, history, and food—guided by a true local’s perspective.

Enjoy a serene hot air balloon ride over Colorado Springs. With views of 100 miles or more in all directions, you can appreciate the vast, expansive landscapes of the Rocky Mountains. Look for wildlife such as deer, bighorn sheep, and birds as you soar high above the ground using only the wind and the skill of your experienced pilot.

Dive into the authentic flavors of Japanese sushi with Chef Juwanza in this interactive cooking class. Begin by preparing sushi rice with seasoning vinegar, then practice knife skills to chop fresh vegetables, tuna and crab for your fillings. On the menu: a California roll layered with avocado, cucumber, cream cheese and kanikama, plus a spicy tuna roll with just the right amount of heat. Chef Juwanza will show you how to roll tightly, slice cleanly and plate beautifully so your creations taste as good as they look. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to boost their kitchen confidence, this class ends with a delicious, handmade sushi feast. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

There’s nothing like seeing Colorado’s exquisite scenery by water—and this trip along the mighty Arkansas River is perfect for both beginner and intermediate rafters. On this ministry-led journey, you’ll hit the whitewater rapids of Bighorn Sheep Canyon with a trained guide, marveling at the unparalleled scenery between taking on the churns. This is Colorado’s most popular river, and it’s easy to see why.