Quick Summary:

  • Canon City is known for its public parks and significant paleontological sites, including the National Natural Landmark-designated Garden Park Fossil Area.
  • Other major attractions include the Royal Gorge Railroad, which offers scenic excursions along one of the United States' most beautiful historic railroad routes.


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1. Skyline Drive ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Skyline Drive | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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2. Royal Gorge Bridge and Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Royal Gorge Bridge and Park | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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3. Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience

Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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4. The Royal Gorge Route Railroad

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The Royal Gorge Route Railroad | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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5. The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

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The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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6. The Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center

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The Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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7. Fremont Center for the Arts

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Fremont Center for the Arts | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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8. Red Canyon Park

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Red Canyon Park | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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9. Temple Canyon Park

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Temple Canyon Park | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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10. Garden Park Fossil Area

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Garden Park Fossil Area | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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11. The Tunnel Drive Trail

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The Tunnel Drive Trail | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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12. The Museum of Colorado Prisons

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The Museum of Colorado Prisons | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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13. Lost Paddle Rafting

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Lost Paddle Rafting | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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14. Royal Gorge Helitours

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Royal Gorge Helitours | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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15. Echo Canyon River Expeditions

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Echo Canyon River Expeditions | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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16. American Adventure Expeditions

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American Adventure Expeditions | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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17. The Abbey Events Complex

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The Abbey Events Complex | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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18. Diana's Pumpkin Patch

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Diana's Pumpkin Patch | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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19. The Gold Mine Rock Shop

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The Gold Mine Rock Shop | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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20. Whitewater Bar and Grill

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Whitewater Bar and Grill | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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21. Pizza Madness

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Pizza Madness | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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22. Royal Gorge Zip Line Tours

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Royal Gorge Zip Line Tours | Things to Do in Canon City, Colorado
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