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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Hotel and room was great the only thing that was not good was that they offer airport shuttle but when we got there and called was told that the shuttle was only for airline staff not regular guests. They should change that in there listing.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
Such a great restored piece of history. We live in the area and enjoyed our staycation for a night!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
The rooms are clean. I’ve been coming here for years. The location is great, but it is somewhat dated. The continental breakfast was surprisingly good. The pool is cloudy and reeks of chlorine, but it has been that way the last three times I have stayed here. I wouldn’t recommend using it or the ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Staff friendly. Rooms a little dated. Good price
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The General Palmer Hotel
The staff was excellent. We were disappointed in the generic breakfast. At an historical place, we expected something different but it was exactly the same as any Hampton Inn or Best Western. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Leland House Suites of Durango
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
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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 Durango Community Recreation Center and Hillcrest Golf Club.
