Historic Downtown Durango
Durango
Visit Historic Downtown Durango
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Arrived and room smelled like cigars. And they charge hidden parking fee nightly. Hotel needs update, its very 70s but the location is perfect for train and downtown area.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
This historic hotel is a gem, beautifully decorated, comfortable, convenient and full of fascinating details. Beautiful inside and out.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
We really enjoyed our stay, it had absolutely everything we needed. Walkable to the main streets, shops, restaurants/bars, train, etc.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The General Palmer Hotel
The room was spotless and cozy. The staff was beyond friendly and professional. The breakfast was decent (the eggs left a little to be desired). The location is perfect. Definitely can't mind the train whistle. It goes off every hour but you can hear it all over town. You just get used to it. Would ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Durango Lodge
Location was awesome. Placwvis like a motel amd smelled as such. Can't complain. Clean spacious and no bugs! 10 out of 10
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Leland House Suites of Durango
The suite was nicely decorated, clean and in walking distance to many things. The suite was pet friendly and perfect for a couple and a dog.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 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.
