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Ride, Dine and Unwind Aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad
4.1
62 Ratings
Cañon City
Ride, dine, and unwind on Colorado’s Royal Gorge Route Railroad. Experience breathtaking views, historic charm, and delicious dining on this scenic rail journey.
Duration:
1 hour, 50 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Arkansas River - The Royal Gorge Route Railroad travels along side the rushing Arkansas River, where you may catch a glimpse of white water rafters navigating the winding rapids.
- Royal Gorge Bridge and Park - For a stunning view 1,000 feet below the highest suspension bridge in America, take a ride aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. From here, you’ll see this modern marvel during the day while enjoying the ride from the train’s open-air car.
What's Included
- Journey through the Royal Gorge
- Includes $10 Preservation Fee
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Gratuity is not included.
Additional Information
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado’s top train experience and America’s most scenic railway. Join us to ride and dine with friends and family aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad where you’ll journey through the winding Royal Gorge, along the Arkansas River, deep within Colorado’s grandest canyon. Enjoy gorgeous views from your seats or aboard the open-air car. A full menu of casual dining favorites, cocktails, wine and microbrews is available for purchase throughout your one hour and 50 minute rail tour!
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado’s most historic rail line, built in the late 1800s during the Silver boom when the two warring railroad companies fought for rights to this coveted canyon. Ultimately, the Denver & Rio Grande won the Royal Gorge War, and in 1882 the Royal Gorge Route became a transcontinental rail link between Denver and Salt Lake.
- Coach and Deluxe Dining Cars are wheelchair accessible. Vista Dome is not wheelchair accessible.
- Infants less than 2 years old may sit on laps. Children 2 - 12 require a children’s ticket. Note, some journeys only offer one type of ticket for all passengers 2 and older.
- Must be able to climb 10 steps without assistance
Location
Canon City Santa Fe Depot
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is located at 401 Water St. Canon City, CO, 81212. Park in one of our free lots surrounding the Santa Fe Depot, where you'll find fantastic shopping and pick up your train tickets. YOU MUST PICK UP YOUR TICKETS BEFORE BOARDING THE TRAIN. Thank you!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(62 Ratings)
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Loretta_m
Sep 6, 2024
The staff is great,... - The staff is great, checked on us consistently. We had great seats, they faced the windows!! We had a great view . It was our second time of riding the train and we will definitely ride it again!
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F3996mdsophieg
Sep 1, 2024
great experience - views were amazing, and our server Sam was even better! he was extremely knowledgeable and the sweetest guy. we will definitely be back!
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Explore632330
Aug 30, 2024
Fun trip - Done car was great to be able to see everything around you. On the way back we went to the open air and that was a totally different experience.
Rainey was our host. She was very knowledgeable and a darling personality.
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Northstar687528
Aug 24, 2024
Dome'in in the Gorge - Rainey was an awesome server and host while we traveled the beautiful royal gorge line. Would definitely come back I'm the winter to see how different it is. Dome cars are a must.
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Cinara_a
Aug 24, 2024
Unique moment 🙌🏻 - Everything perfect, ride , train , employees !
Best service 🙏🏻❤️unique moment !
I loved that, first time here . I ll be back 🙌🏻
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Herb13440
Aug 17, 2024
Great Experience! - Yesterday our family of 19 went on the Royal Gorge Railroad. We had the most fabulous experience. We found the staff extremely accommodating to our large group that included 6 children ages 1-11 (most being very young).
The views were breathtaking!
We had the vista view car, which was great! We also went to the open air car for an even closer view of the gorge.
This is a must do when visiting this area of Colorado.
Erin was our server. Her and the rest of the staff were wonderful! The food and drinks were delicious and promptly served. We even weee told much history of the area from Erin.
Thank you to the Royal Gorge Railroad for providing this wonderful experience and for being so accommodating of our large group!
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Norman_h
Aug 17, 2024
The train ride was fun.... - The train ride was fun. Brooke made the ride more enjoyable. She was very nice and took good care of my wife and I.
It did leave about 15 minutes late. Not sure why.
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Howard_m
Sep 2, 2024
checking in was a little trouble - there seemed to be quite a problem checking in by using your service. it was a good thing we brought the confirmation number. it took about 15 minutes for us to get our tickets once we were there.
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Toni_d
Aug 21, 2024
It was really neat seeing... - It was really neat seeing how the water to the city came about. It was neat seeing the old buildings and the old water line.
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Gayelene
Aug 30, 2024
Dissappointing. - Very disappointed. Nothing to see especially on the the opposite side of the Akansas River.
Definitely not fair value for the upgraded car.
Should have been able to reserve seats based on the previous reviews as there was absolutely nothing to see on the non river side. I booked very early expecting to be on the river side. Expected a table and chairs for two for my sister visiting from Australia and I.
You have to sit opposite another couple on a shared table. Food and drink was very not even close to reasonable.
A disappointing experience all the way around. I expected to see the Royal Gorge Bridge but that was not possible from the Delux car. Only from the Vista car, which was not available when I booked and the open car where you stand out in 90 degree heat.
Very disappointed and will not recomend
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