Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historic Downtown Durango
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.
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.
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 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 Discovery Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Durango Discovery Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Durango Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
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Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Historic Strater Hotel
Charming room, courteous staff in a friendly and beautiful mountain town.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Clean. Breakfast was good. Great location.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Durango Lodge
Very nice front desk clerks. The hotel itself is very well situated downtown but it's pretty basic and functional otherwise. Uninspiring grab and go breakfast but also right near a great bagel breakfast place.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The General Palmer Hotel
Both my Sister and I, along with our Husbands felt at home. The staff were so kind and generous with good information about the area. Our rooms were beautiful and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. The views were beautiful.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good. But the highlight of the hotel is the location. It's right along the Animas River and you can walk out the door to access the river walk. It's also really close to downtown. If you're looking for an affordable convenient option in Durango ...
Reviewed on 16 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 Ski Hesperus.
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.
