Title: Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide: Best of Historic Downtown Durango, Durango Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Historic Downtown Durango](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Downtown-Durango-Durango-Hotels.0-n6301476-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Durango](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Durango.d180048.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Durango](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Durango.d180048.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Historic Downtown Durango Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6301476.Car-Hire-Guide)[Historic Downtown Durango Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6301476.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide ## Durango ![Durango - Colorado (USA) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301476/1667cc67-dd5f-43be-9d8d-4be01ac8f31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durango - Colorado (USA) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301476/1667cc67-dd5f-43be-9d8d-4be01ac8f31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Train making its way from Silverton back to Durango. There are some really special scenic parts along the way. #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/158310/7b4f9bd8-3a61-4b08-892f-a7c95f1b7aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Engine 481 working the line between Durango and Silverton. #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/158310/a4a916ba-8483-4a9f-9a44-655a158653ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A visit to Durango isn't complete until you ride the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge rail road! Spectacular views from the historic train. Just sit back and enjoy. For this shot, I went outside on the platform of the last car to get a shot along the whole length of the train. #railroad #train #historic_rail_journey #adventure #history](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180048/4f1b5305-5528-44a7-be86-3cf846530e8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Historic Downtown Durango Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Durango travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango.dx180048) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Historic steam engine train in Colorado, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129846/6c84daf9-3707-44c1-b82b-2e834220b82a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-And-Silverton-Narrow-Gauge-Railroad-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6129846.Attraction) ![A trip up the Animas River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/677788951725146112/881ae161-da25-4b7d-af20-f2a0521ee03c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Animas-River-Trail-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d677788951725146112.Attraction) ![Purgatory Ski Area featuring snow, a luxury hotel or resort and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6180686/42a1b062-e4f9-4030-8ad0-c8f810a257dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Purgatory-Resort-Durango.d6180686.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Area-Tourism-Office-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6301574.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Discovery-Museum-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6301558.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Arts-Center-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6129842.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5103460/7bd7d1fb-f31f-458e-8912-5bad4ca174f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive £13 per traveller **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/million-dollar-highway-audio-tour-self-guided-drive.a5103460.activity-details) ![Colorado Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47713569/052e30c3-7233-445d-bc2b-66b55025d594.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colorado Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle £22 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/colorado-self-guided-driving-and-walking-audio-tour-bundle.a47713569.activity-details) [See all activities in Durango](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Durango.d180048.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango ![DoubleTree by Hilton Durango](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23705/7e87a9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Durango 501 Camino Del Rio Durango CO £104 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) Everything was perfect Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=23705&PinnedHotelID=23705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) ![Historic Strater Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/170700/170668/7d4156b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Historic Strater Hotel 699 Main Ave Durango CO Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,106 reviews) Very nice Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026&selected=170668&PinnedHotelID=170668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026&selected=170668&PinnedHotelID=170668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) ![Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/500/461/6dad8240_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn 400 E 2nd Ave Durango CO £92 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) perfect stay except for one little thing. I stayed in rom 105, which is great UNLESS someone wants to use the bathroom in Room 205\. WOW the floor squeaked with every step!!! Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=461&PinnedHotelID=461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) ![Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/49000000/48990200/48990188/f167624d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG 1111 Camino Del Rio Durango CO £90 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (663 reviews) No working toilet, no phone working in room.. told to use our own.. like what! No towels said to use app.. again what?!! No person on site to fix toilet. Did not tell us underground parking in demolition.. needless to say we left to another hotel. Do better Holiday Inn. Also get a friendly desk attendant. ... Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=48990188&PinnedHotelID=48990188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) ![The General Palmer Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2357300/2357283/a94f93cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The General Palmer Hotel 567 Main Avenue Durango CO £126 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this historic hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Loved the location and the classiness of the main hotel. Unfortunately, we booked a room in the adjacent "Wing" structure. The room was very nice, but it was a direct outside access room and the temperatures were in the single digits that night so it was extremely cold in the room, even with the ... Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=2357283&PinnedHotelID=2357283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) ![Leland House Suites of Durango](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101560000/101555700/101555660/34c80036_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leland House Suites of Durango 721 E 2nd Ave Durango CO £227 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews) Clean and convenient Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=101555660&PinnedHotelID=101555660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6301476) [See all 782 properties in Historic Downtown Durango](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6301476) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Animas-River-District.dx943620140019572736) ![Durango and Silverton train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/901432693898952704/b0c2f177-2e38-4423-81c7-b84c6ab0191c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-North-Main-District.dx901432693898952704) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Purgatory-Sky-Ridge.dx553248635976473262) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Purgatory-Turtle-Lake.dx553248635976472920) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durango-Purgatory-Durango-West.dx553248635976481359) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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