Special Event:

Join celebrity guests on board world's only "cinema train" through the breathtaking Royal Gorge, Fri. Sept. 5th at: 3:30.

Historic Royal Gorge Route Railroad
provides the best experience of the
royal gorge

Since 1879 - Colorado's oldest scenic line combines Colorado history, excitement, excellent service and delicious food & entertainment.
Metromix's Justin Jimenez
reviews lunch & wine express

Colorado's most scenic train line
Running Daily

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 gorge. We've combined a Colorado nature show with classes of service and comfort for every budget from Coach to glass topped Vista Domes, Gourmet Lunch, Four course Dinner, Murder Mystery, Wine Express, and Wine Dinner Trains. It's no wonder that visitors from around the world make the Royal Gorge Route Railroad their first stop when visiting Colorado. Check schedule for times and classes of service. Have a question? Check out our FAQ's page for answers.

Watch Video of the Royal Gorge
Royal Gorge is Highlighted on "Colorado Getaways"
Click to watch program

Found throughout this site, you'll have the opportunity to watch Flash video of the railroad's different classes of service, history and spectacular scenery. Just click on the Flash video boxes and cameras (make sure to turn down your volume if you're at work)! Flash player is required to view these files. Download the Flash player here.

Vista Dome offers delicious food from our extensive menu

Our new Vista Dome cars offers the best seats in the house with unobstructed views from the upper level of a classic 1950's glass topped dome car. Vista Dome Class offers you the option of ordering delicious food prepared fresh from our extensive menu. Nothing comes close to the experience and nostalgia of riding the rails through the bottom of this grand Canyon! The Royal Gorge Route owns the largest collection of glass topped dome cars in the lower 48 states. Watch historic footage of the Royal Gorge Route.

View the royal gorge in style

Your rail cruise through the Royal Gorge will take 2-hours (3-hours for dinner trains), covers 24-miles and travels directly through the Royal Gorge and over the famous Hanging Bridge. Watch the video of the Hanging Bridge below.

Call: 1.888.724.5748 or book online for your Royal Gorge reservation now. Check our schedule for specific dates, times, and classes of service. Click here for a Royal Gorge Map and directions on how to get here. For area information, accommodations and attractions, visit Canon City's and the Royal Gorge area's Visitor Website - canoncitycolorado.com. Available March 1st, is the Royal Gorge Visitor Guide covering the train, other attractions, dining, accommodations and events. Order yours online now.

Ride The Historic Rails Through the
Royal Gorge

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad offers the best experience of the Royal Gorge on a breathtaking, 2-hour scenic and historic train ride on the most famous portion of the former Denver & Rio Grande Western train line. All passengers have access to one of our open-air observation cars for the best views of the Royal Gorge. Reservations are recommended by calling 1.888.RAILS.4U or by making an online reservation now. To find the train depot, turn south on 3rd Street from Highway 50 in Canon City. This will bring you to the historic Santa Fe Depot and the Gateway to the Royal Gorge. When you're ready to experience the best the Royal Gorge has to offer, you ride the train.

Make your reservation online or call us at:
1.888.724.5748 or 719.276.4000