Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Rich with history, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Durango. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Purgatory Ski Area showing snow, a luxury hotel or resort and mountains

Purgatory Resort

Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.

Purgatory Resort

Animas River Trail

You can take time to visit Animas River Trail during your travels to Durango. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Animas River Trail

Durango Area Tourism Office

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Durango Area Tourism Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Durango. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Durango Area Tourism Office

Henry Strater Theater

Enjoy a show at Henry Strater Theater, a popular theatre in Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Henry Strater Theater

Durango Arts Center

Enjoy a performance at Durango Arts Center, a popular theatre in Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Durango Arts Center

Activities

Million Dollar Highway Self-Driving Audio Tour

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

AU$23
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Mesa Verde & Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Tour

Mesa Verde & Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Tour

AU$34
Per adult
Mesa Verde & Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Tour
Mother and daughter pose in zip lining gear

12-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango

AU$262
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
12-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango
6-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango

6-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango

AU$213
Per adult
6-zipline Adventure in the San Juan Mountains near Durango
Million Dollar Highway Self-Driving Audio Tour

Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$26
Per adult
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
River Tubing Tour

River Tubing Tour

AU$53
Per adult
River Tubing Tour
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Durango Hotel Deals

Historic Strater Hotel
Historic Strater Hotel
3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave, Durango, CO
The price is AU$275 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"We loved it! Only comment wa we were in Rm 206 and the light and fan were together in the bathroom and it the fan was sooo loud!"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Historic Strater Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is AU$238 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 9 Nov. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO
The price is AU$227 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The front desk staff and all employees were extremely nice and helpful. The pool & hot tub were closed for maintenance for part of the time but at least it gets cleaned! 😀 Breakfast and happy hour are a nice & welcomed touch, thank you!"

Reviewed on 7 Nov. 2024

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
The General Palmer Hotel
The General Palmer Hotel
4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is AU$276 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
AU$276
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Property location is excellent, bed was comfy, room was big and comfortable. Except there is only one regular chair. Couch and another chair was almost like broken, so old and sinking. They definitely need upgrade those.( we stayed presidential sweet). Other than that we had great stay."

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

The General Palmer Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1111 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
Fully refundable
The price is AU$199 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
"Great place right on river walk, excellent breakfast, cinnamon rolls are the bomb."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River, an IHG Hotel
Durango Lodge
Durango Lodge
2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street, Durango, CO
The price is AU$200 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly lodge in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved our room set up!"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Durango Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Durango

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North Main District

If you're spending some time in North Main District, Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center are top sights worth seeing.

North Main District
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Sky Ridge

While Sky Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River.

Sky Ridge
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Turtle Lake

Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River.

Turtle Lake
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Durango West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Durango West and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Historic Tram Park.

Durango West
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Edgemont Ranch

Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durango Community Recreation Center and Hillcrest Golf Club.

Edgemont Ranch
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Durango Hills

Durango Hills might not have many top sights, but Animas Mountain Trailhead and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Durango Hills

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