Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
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.
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.
Durango Area Tourism Office
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 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.
Sorrel Sky Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Sorrel Sky Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Durango. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
The staff was very nice; Enjoyed the complementary drinks; room was sufficient
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Our room and beds were so comfy! We love the beautiful lobby, the hot chocolate chip cookies, the river view we had and the comfy restaurant with river view! Doubletree also has a great location in town!
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Historic Strater Hotel
The Hotel is a special place! Staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Durango Lodge
The air conditioning was not working during our stay. I addressed this with the front desk staff. They offered me a fan and told me the manager would be in the following day. When I asked the next morning, the (new) front desk associate said the manager was away for several days. She did reach out ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Clean room, very courteous staff and great location.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The General Palmer Hotel
Staff was 100% welcoming, and accommodating! The rooms are vintage and comfortable Perfect location for walking around downtown
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Durango
Animas River District
While visiting Animas River District, you might make a stop by sights like Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail.
North Main District
If you're spending some time in North Main District, Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River are top sights worth seeing.
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 Durango Community Recreation Center.
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.
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.
Edgemont Ranch
Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Animas Mountain Trailhead and Durango Community Recreation Center.
