The Florence Rose

Florence Colorado Arts

Florence's art venues offer something for everyone. Check out the artists and art galleries in Florence along with a calendar of art events.

Florence Colorado Antiques

Florence's easily accessible downtown becomes a pedestrian mall of sorts with a dozen or so antique stores, shops with collectibles, lounges, restaurants, coffee shops and other fine stores within a short walking distance.

Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

When staying at the lovely Florence Rose B&B, you can arrange to have your favorite wines waiting for you upon arrival. Click on the logo to order and simply enter Florence Rose in the delivery address section. You will not be charged for delivery, and your favorite Abbey wines will be at the B & B when you check in. If you would like something chilled in advance, please indicate in "special message" section.

A major landmark and attraction on the grounds of the historic Abbey in Royal Gorge and Rafting Country, The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey is open daily. Courteous and knowledgeable hostesses will educate you in the tastings of award winning wines. The tasting room also has a vast array of wine accessories, books and gourmet food items. There is a beautiful park area for picnicking, and ample parking for buses and RV’s.

World-Class Whitewater Rafting

Lost Paddle Rafting: Prepare to go whitewater rafting in Colorado on the world renowned Arkansas River in the southern Colorado Rocky Mountains!  The Arkansas River offers whitewater rafting trips for all abilities and Lost Paddle Rafting's friendly and experienced staff will help you choose a whitewater rafting trip that's best for you.  From class III family rafting adventures in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, to class V whitewater trips through the Royal Gorge, we offer something for everyone!

Experience whitewater rafting in Colorado  with our fun professional river guides. Our small "private" style trips are what keep our guests coming back year after year. Family owned and operated. Call Lost Paddle Rafting at 1-866-766-7238 to make your Colorado Whitewater Rafting Reservations!

World-Class Fly Fishing

The Arkansas River in Southern Colorado provides the best fly fishing opportunities in the Southern Rockies. The Arkansas has more and better public access than most trout streams. If you like fly fishing for wild Brown Trout in a scenic environment among Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep and Eagles, then you will love the Arkansas River.

Royal Gorge Anglers offer guide services that include leisurely floats through meadows and scenic canyons to a wild fly fishing adventure through the Royal Gorge.

Royal Gorge Route Train

Colorado's most scenic train line
Running Daily May 24th - October 12th

Welcome aboard the Historic Royal Gorge Route Railroad, considered to be one of the most scenic train rides in the world. The train takes you on a 24-mile journey through the 1,000 foot deep Royal Gorge, alongside the raging Arkansas River, where you'll have the opportunity to observe Bald Eagles, Blue Heron, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Mule Deer, and flora, native to the Royal Gorge. We've combined a Colorado nature show with classes of service and comfort ranging from Coach to glass topped Vista Domes, Wine Express, Gourmet Lunch, Four course Dinner, Murder Mystery and Wine Dinner Trains.

The Cañon City Queen Anne

You make the reservation, we'll supply the facility and romance.

Royal Gorge Bridge and Park

"Awe" doesn't begin to describe what you'll feel when walking or driving across the Royal Gorge Bridge, the highest suspension bridge in the world and an unforgettable quarter-mile journey through the clouds. Or what you'll experience in the expanded Royal Gorge Park, a unique combination of natural adrenaline, human achievement and scenic beauty that must be experienced to be believed.