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Rainy Day Activities

Rainy Day Activities

1 dayeasy

Don't let weather dampen your spirits—this itinerary features indoor activities, covered attractions, and cozy spots to wait out the rain.

Best for: families, bad weather, flexible travelers

Your Day

1
afternoon
Museum of Colorado Prisons

Museum of Colorado Prisons

Explore Colorado's correctional history in this fascinating museum housed in a former women's prison, featuring exhibits on notorious inmates, escape attempts, and prison life.

Suggested time: 2 hours

Entirely indoors and endlessly fascinating.

2
afternoon
Wine Tasting at Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Wine Tasting at Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Sample award-winning Colorado wines at a unique winery housed in a historic Benedictine abbey.

Suggested time: 1.5 hours

Wine tasting in the cozy tasting room.

3
evening
Whitewater Rooftop Social

Whitewater Rooftop Social

Canon City's premier rooftop dining destination — a stunning 2,000 sq ft rooftop patio with panoramic mountain and river views, craft cocktails, signature sandwiches, weekend brunch with bottomless mimosas, and the best sunset in Southern Colorado.

Suggested time: 1.5 hours

End the day with comfort food and craft cocktails at this cozy local favorite.

Tips for This Itinerary

  • Colorado rain showers are often brief—keep outdoor plans flexible
  • Bring a rain jacket rather than canceling activities entirely
  • Some attractions may close in severe weather—call ahead
  • This is a great day to catch up on vacation rental relaxation

Sources

  • visitcanoncity.net

Last updated: January 6, 2026

At a Glance

Duration
1 day
Difficulty
easy
Stops
3

Perfect For

familiesbad weatherflexible travelers

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