Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide

Durango

A train with yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with a river and autumn-colored trees.
A yellow train on a steep mountain track with a river below.
A red brick building with ornate white trim and large windows.
A train with black and yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with rocky terrain and trees.
A steam locomotive numbered 481 on a railway track with a caboose labeled "Durango & Silverton."

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Durango attractions

A train with yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with a river and autumn-colored trees.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

9.6/10 (1,567 reviews)
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is a popular museum in Durango with a story of its own. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
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Things to do

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Rp303.424
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Durango Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Durango Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Rp892.771
per traveller
Durango Scavenger Hunt Adventure
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango

Historic Strater Hotel

Historic Strater Hotel

3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave Durango CO
Fully refundable
The price is Rp4.030.663 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp4.030.663
Rp4.975.480 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Historic Strater Hotel
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave Durango CO
The price is Rp3.804.270 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
Rp3.804.270
Rp4.361.595 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely clean room with comfortable bed The air con was a little noisy but they provided earplugs Enjoyed the happy hour and breakfast . Ideal for the Durango railway"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio Durango CO
The price is Rp4.435.089 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp4.435.089
Rp5.084.829 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Ladies at front desk were great! Fantastic location."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel

4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue Durango CO
The price is Rp3.745.489 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp3.745.489
Rp4.563.045 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent throughout. Definitely the place to stay in Durango."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The General Palmer Hotel
Durango Lodge

Durango Lodge

2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street Durango CO
The price is Rp2.939.751 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp2.939.751
Rp3.370.424 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly lodge in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, quiet room and a comfy bed."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Durango Lodge
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area

2.5 out of 5
402 East 2nd Avenue Durango CO
The price is Rp3.365.205 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp3.365.205
Rp3.858.207 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"New and clean! Nice!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Durango

Find the best Historic Downtown Durango areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountain lake with clear blue water, surrounded by green hills and rocky peaks.

Columbine Lake

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbine Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Purgatory Resort and Electra Lake.

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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.

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.

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.

A steam locomotive pulling yellow passenger cars through a mountainous area with rocky terrain and dense forests.
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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.

Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide