Historic Downtown Durango, CO

Durango

Durango - Purgatory which includes night scenes, street scenes and a city
Durango - Purgatory showing a small town or village and night scenes
Durango - Purgatory featuring forest scenes, a river or creek and autumn leaves
Durango - Purgatory which includes tranquil scenes, forests and autumn leaves
Durango - Purgatory which includes mountains, tranquil scenes and fall colors

Popular places to visit

Our journey on the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad was one of the best days of our Colorado road trip. With jaw-dropping vistas at every turn, it is one of the most scenic routes in the US. It's a must for every Colorado bucket list! http://thetradingtravelers.com/traveling-through-time-on-the-narrow-gauge-railroad/

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

4.5/5(367 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Purgatory Ski Area featuring snow, mountains and a luxury hotel or resort

Purgatory Resort

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.

Purgatory Resort

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.

Animas River Trail

Durango Area Tourism Office

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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 Area Tourism Office

Henry Strater Theater

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Henry Strater Theater, a storied theater in Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Henry Strater Theater

Durango Arts Center

4/5(56 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Durango Arts Center, a storied theater in Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Durango Arts Center

Things to do

Rafting Family Fun Since 1981!

Durango Rafting - Quarter Day Family Friendly Trip

￥9,399
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durango Rafting - Quarter Day Family Friendly Trip
Full-Day Mesa Verde National Park Tour with Guide

Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour

￥28,197
per adult
Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour
Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day

Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day

￥26,374
per adult
Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day
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Historic Downtown Durango Hotel Deals

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 ￥28,156 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
￥28,156
￥31,999 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Close to downtown"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Historic Strater Hotel
Historic Strater Hotel
3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave, Durango, CO
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,027 reviews)
"Absolutely as nice as you could ask for."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

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DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is ￥35,533 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
￥35,533
￥40,385 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel muy limpio y cerca del centro de durango y la estación de tren"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
The General Palmer Hotel
The General Palmer Hotel
4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is ￥33,125 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
￥33,125
￥39,817 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Love the Palmer - right by the Durango-Silverton train station and in the heart of downtown. Fun!!"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

The General Palmer Hotel
Durango Lodge
Durango Lodge
2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street, Durango, CO
The price is ￥26,407 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
￥26,407
￥30,012 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly lodge in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Close to Durango to Silverton train"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Durango Lodge
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1111 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is ￥28,351 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥28,351
￥32,943 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (514 reviews)
"Every thing was fine with the exception of the parking garage. There is a very tight, 90-degree entry into the garage which is difficult to negotiate. We were driving a mid-size SUV and had to be very careful. There is a limited amount of open parking at street level, which was always full. If you ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown Durango

The Animas River is perfect for a hot summer day! You can bring a tube and just float down or pick different parts of the river to take your raft into white waters!

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.

Animas River District
Serious Texas Bar-B-Que is the name of this place, and they mean it. Delicious sandwiches, ribs, or simply juicy meat by the pound at good prices, as well as access to hot or mild sauces for drowning it all. Family-friendly but they also carry a small selection of bottled beers.

North Main District

While visiting North Main District, you might make a stop by sights like Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center.

North Main District
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Sky Ridge

Sky Ridge might not have many top sights, but Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sky Ridge
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Turtle Lake

When in Turtle Lake, you can plan a visit to Animas River and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Turtle Lake
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Durango West

When in Durango West, you can plan a visit to San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Historic Tram Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Durango West
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Edgemont Ranch

Edgemont Ranch might not have many top sights, but Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas Mountain Trailhead are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Edgemont Ranch

Historic Downtown Durango, CO