Historic Downtown Durango
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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
Colorado Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango
Historic Strater Hotel
Extraordinary hotel ...well managed, super clean everywhere, happy staff throughout.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Room was very clean. Staff were very friendly and the cookies were gooood!!! My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Very nice spacious room. Nice pool area and hot tub. Drink coupons for happy hour an added plus!! Breakfast was also excellent. Staff very accommodating.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Great location (walking distance to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad depot), very nice staff, clean room (ours had a nice view of the river), really good breakfast selections and nice dining area with view of the river. Very comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The General Palmer Hotel
Good service. Nice. Quiet. Good breakfast. Beautiful vintage hotel.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Leland House Suites of Durango
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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, 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.
