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.
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.
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.
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.
The Powerhouse
You can browse the exhibits at The Powerhouse, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Colorado Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Durango ~ Mesa Verde Express Tour & Cliff Palace Ticket
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
This is such a classic spot in Durango. Right on the river, you can feel the history when you walk in. The staff are friendly, and the restaurant serves delicious meals. A little pricey at times, but worth it!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Would stay here again
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
The property is beautiful and the history of the place is kept and showcased. The rooms are tight but as expected in a property of this age but clean and well looked after and provide everything you need. Location is great and the staff are friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The General Palmer Hotel
We had a nice trip overall, but to give our opinion my wife and I would rate this hotel at a solid 7.8 While it is a nice nostalgic old hotel there were a few things we were not thrilled about. We feel you should not put older guests on the second floor of The Palace side. There is no elevator and ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Breakfast great. Room very clean. Didn’t care for the bed pillows. Highway noisy from my room.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Durango Lodge
Place is awesome and right next to downtown Durango. Easily accessible to restaurants in the area.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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, Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center 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 Animas River.
Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Animas River and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office.
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.
