Scenic Railroad Journey Through Royal Gorge

The train ride is one of our favorite things we've done on our trip to Colorado crowd favorite amongst all of our companion travelers. Great views open their carts are great but get crowded. If you get the panoramic upgraded car with the large Windows you'll have a table which is a big bonus. Food is mediocre to just okay but we did not go there to eat we went there for the views and it far surpassed our expectations. Very happy that we made this decision and drove 2 1/2 hours. Our server Adriana was superb and you'll be fortunate if you're lucky enough to get her. Absolutely a must do.

This was a fun experience. I went with a friend to celebrate her birthday. We got dome tickets on the upper floor, which was great because we had a nice view of the scenery below. We didn’t know you could order food on the train and thought it was pre-order only, so that was a pleasant surprise. We didn’t opt for the Oktoberfest menu since it was overpriced, but luckily, they offered a full menu. We weren’t too hungry, so I just got the kids' grilled cheese with chips, and we ordered two drinks to enjoy during the ride. Overall, it was a fun experience. We checked out the open deck area, but it was a bit crowded. Still, we managed to take some good photos and enjoy the historical aspects of the ride.

This was super fun. The views were amazing but the staff really helped make the experience even better. Our server was super friendly and Hubie, our tour guide was one of those people you just love talking/listening to. He had answers for everything and even helped me take a few pictures. I would most definitely recommend to any and everyone.

My family absolutely adored this adventure! 100% worth it - we read reviews before booking and went with the recommendation of booking coach and using the outdoor cart to your advantage. A good bang for your buck. We booked the 4:00PM Santa express ride - we did this so we could see the gorge in the daylight! For the best views I definitely recommend booking either earlier or the 4:00PM! My 4 year old son couldn’t wait to meet Santa clause and get his jingle bell (just like the real polar express 🥹) our 4 month old daughter even got one! If your thinking of booking this.. do it! But definitely book coach and use the outdoor cart for even better views and some fresh air! We will recommend this to anyone we know travelling this way (all the way from Manitoba, Canada!)

My trip on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad was truly unforgettable! Drink prices averaged around $7, which was fair for the experience. A helpful tip: try to sit on the left side of the train for the best views. Since seats are assigned, I recommend talking to the ticket agent to see if they can assist with seating requests. Also, be sure to go outside early during the ride to secure a spot for photos—the scenery is absolutely breathtaking! The entire journey takes about an hour in each direction, so you have plenty of time to soak in the incredible views. I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting the area!