History & Heritage
Museums and historic sites
sightseeingRoyal Gorge Route Railroad
Take a scenic train ride through the heart of the Royal Gorge, following the historic Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad route along the Arkansas River.
historyMuseum of Colorado Prisons
Explore Colorado's correctional history in this fascinating museum housed in a former women's prison, featuring exhibits on notorious inmates, escape attempts, and prison life.
sightseeingSkyline Drive
Drive along this thrilling one-way road atop a narrow hogback ridge with dinosaur tracks and panoramic views of Canon City and the Wet Mountains.
historyGarden Park Fossil Area
Visit one of the world's most significant dinosaur fossil sites where many important Jurassic-era discoveries have been made.
historyRoyal Gorge Regional Museum & History Center
Discover the rich history of Canon City and Fremont County through exhibits on pioneers, railroads, and local culture.
sightseeingGold Belt Tour Scenic Byway
Drive this designated scenic and historic byway connecting Canon City to Cripple Creek and Victor through stunning mountain scenery.
sightseeingPhantom Canyon Road
A scenic backcountry drive following a historic narrow-gauge railroad route through Phantom Canyon.
sightseeingCripple Creek Casinos & Historic Mining Town
Just 45 minutes from Canon City, explore Colorado's famous gold mining town with historic casinos, the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine tour, and Victorian-era architecture.
sightseeingVictor, Colorado - The City of Mines
Explore this authentic gold mining ghost town with over 500 historic mines, stunning mountain scenery, and the famous Victor Gold Mine viewpoint.
While You're Here
Popular spots to check out during your visit
tour operatorRoyal Gorge Rafting
Colorado's premier whitewater outfitter offering everything from gentle family floats to heart-pounding Class V rapids through the legendary Royal Gorge.
tour operatorRoyal Gorge Zipline Tours
Soar over the Arkansas River valley on one of Colorado's most spectacular zipline courses, featuring multiple lines and breathtaking canyon views.
restaurantWhitewater Rooftop Social
Southern Colorado's premier rooftop destination, serving craft cocktails and elevated American cuisine with breathtaking views of the Arkansas River and surrounding mountains.