- Our list of the best things to do in Salida, Colorado, features the top 58 nearby activities — including 44 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Salida, CO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Salida, CO , followed by 37 popular activities in nearby cities, including Buena Vista, Nathrop and Canon City
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37.6 Miles
73%
3919 votes
4218 Country Road 3A, Canon City, CO 81215
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With ziplines and bungee jumping for adventure lovers to more relaxing activities such as scenic rides of the tram, the incline railway and the carousal, coupled with a wild West exhibit and a petting zoo, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park has something for everyone.
40.1 Miles
With artifacts ranging from old historic buildings, antique transport and military equipment to exhibits that showcase old letters, clothing and toys, Gunnison Pioneer Museum is a place to learn about and experience history.
40.3 Miles
Near Canon City is the Tunnel Drive trail which runs for four miles both out and back along with an elevation gain of just over 900 feet. Dogs and horses can also use the trail when accompanied by their owners.
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804 votes
50905 W US Hwy 50 West, Canon City, CO 81212
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Whitewater Adventure Outfitters offer a wide range of whitewater rafting trips at the Royal Gorge which also includes overnight tours and other special packages that combine the adventure of rafting with other outdoor activities such as train rides and zipline tours.
41.0 Miles
A variety of outdoor activities can be enjoyed at Temple Canyon Park. Hiking trails provide for scenic, nature walks, while picnic tables and benches offer a place to relax or enjoy a sack lunch.
41.2 Miles
201 North 1st St, Canon City, CO 81212
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The Museum of Colorado Prisons offers a variety of exhibits for those seeking to learn about the history of incarceration in Colorado, including the hangman's noose from the last execution by hanging in the state. The museum offers MP3 audio tours of its 32 jail cells.
41.3 Miles
Royal Gorge Route Railroad offers scenic train rides through the beautiful granite cliffs of the Royal Gorge along the Arkansas River. The trains feature a 1950's Dome car and a Sunshine Falls Bar Car accompanied with separate first class lunch and dinner cars.
41.3 Miles
Skyline Drive is a narrow, winding road which is built along the top ridge of a small mountain with steep drops and sweeping views of the Canon City and surrounding landscape on either side.
41.6 Miles
Skyline Theater opened in 1917 as the Jones Theatre and was re-named Skyline Theatre around 1935. It now offers a seating capacity of 748 and is a single screen theatre that plays second run movies.
41.9 Miles
Sport Fish Colorado is a guided fishing company that provides full day fishing trips that typically last 6 hours and can encompass a number of different reservoirs. They also offer a pontoon boat for larger parties.