Outdoor Adventures and Attractions in the Royal Gorge Region

There’s an adventure for everyone in the Royal Gorge Region. Whether you’re antiquing in Florence or taking in the scenery from a steaming hot spring, endless opportunities await. Check out our itineraries for a day-by-day list of activities around the Royal Gorge Region.

Day 1

Activity
Dive into some photos of the past at the Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center

Lunch
Stop for lunch at Momo Sushi Bar, Wok and Grill

Activity
Follow Cañon City’s Arkansas River Riverwalk Trail as it winds through wetlands and cottonwoods at John Griffin Regional Park 

Dinner
Have an authentic Italian dinner at Diritos Italian Restaurant

Activity
Have a glass of wine at the award-winning tasting room at The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Lodging
Stay in a luxury cabin or glamping tent at Royal Gorge Cabins right outside Cañon City

Day 2

Breakfast
Have breakfast at the local favorite The Pour House

Activity
Drive one of America’s most scenic routes: Skyline Drive 

Lunch
Grab lunch at Whitewater Bar & Grill

Activity
Walk off lunch on a Walking Tour of Downtown Cañon City

Activity
Ride amongst towering 1,000-foot granite cliffs and the tumbling Arkansas River on the Royal Gorge Railroad

Lodging
Stay another night in the luxurious Royal Gorge Cabins

Day 3

Breakfast
Have a homestyle Mexican-style breakfast at Two Sisters Restaurant

Activity
Stroll Antique Row and find some treasure on Main Street in Florence

Lunch
Stop for lunch at Aspen Leaf Bakery and Cafe

Activity
Take a wild scenic ride with Colorado Jeep Tours around Cañon City

Dinner
Plan on burgers for dinner at Bunk House Burgers 

Activity
Watch the sun set into the mountains while soaking in the mineral pools at Desert Reef Hot Springs 

Lodging
Sleep in The Victorian Church Inn, a former church built in 1902, equipped with a wood burning stove and hot tub