The Antique Capital
of Colorado
Florence is home to 100+ antique shops along historic Main Street, craft breweries, local dining, and Colorado adventure — all just 15 minutes from the Royal Gorge.
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View allArkansas Valley Antiques
Three floors of Colorado's finest antiques and collectibles.
Colorado Antique Center
Multi-dealer antique mall with 10,000 sq ft of treasures.
River Valley Antique Mall
Largest multi-dealer mall in Fremont County.
Fremont County Antique Mall
50+ dealers, something for every collector.
Florence Brewing Company
Florence's original craft brewery with handcrafted ales and lagers.
Florence Kitchen & Bar
Comfort food and craft cocktails in a relaxed setting.
Gateway to the Royal Gorge
Florence sits at the eastern edge of the Royal Gorge region — just 15 minutes from America's highest suspension bridge. Spend the morning antiquing on Main Street and the afternoon exploring 1,000-foot canyon walls, world-class whitewater, and the Gold Belt Tour scenic byway.
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What is Florence, Colorado known for?
Florence is known as the Antique Capital of Colorado, with over 100 antique shops and dealers lining historic Main Street. It's also celebrated for its craft brewery scene, local art galleries, and its location just 15 minutes from the Royal Gorge — one of Colorado's most dramatic natural landmarks.
How far is Florence from the Royal Gorge?
Florence is only about 15 minutes (roughly 12 miles) from the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park — making it the closest town to the gorge, even closer than Cañon City. It's the perfect base for a Royal Gorge day trip.
How many antique shops are in Florence, CO?
Florence has over 100 antique shops, dealers, and galleries concentrated along a few blocks of Main Street. The density of antique stores is what earned it the official designation as the Antique Capital of Colorado.
How far is Florence from Colorado Springs?
Florence is approximately 75 miles (about 1 hour and 15 minutes) southwest of Colorado Springs via US-115.
What outdoor activities are near Florence, CO?
Florence is surrounded by world-class outdoor adventure. Within 15 minutes you can reach the Royal Gorge for whitewater rafting (Class III–V), zipline tours, and hiking. The Gold Belt Tour — a 100-mile Colorado scenic byway — starts in Florence and connects to Cripple Creek and Cañon City. The Arkansas River offers Gold Medal fly fishing just minutes away.