The Florence Rose

Florence, Colorado Arts and Antiques

Florence's easily accessible downtown becomes a pedestrian mall of sorts with 20 antique shops, 5 art galleries, lounges, restaurants, coffee shops and other fine stores within a short walking distance.  For more information on arts, antiques and local shopping, visit the Florence Chamber of Commerce.

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

Nearby Canon City, Colorado offers many whitewater rafting adventure companies.  Visit the Canon City Chamber of Commerce for more information.

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.

ATV Adventures

Have an ATV Adventure in nearby Texas Creek with Play Dirty ATV Tours.

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.