Historic Downtown Durango

Durango

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

Popular places to visit

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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 mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and snow

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.

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

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

Durango Arts Center

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

Sorrel Sky Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at Sorrel Sky Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Durango. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Sorrel Sky Gallery

Things to do

Rafting Family Fun Since 1981!

Durango Rafting - Quarter Day Family Friendly Trip

P3,652
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durango Rafting - Quarter Day Family Friendly Trip
Kayaks on the Animas River

Durango Kayaking - Quarter Day Trip

P5,303
per adult
Durango Kayaking - Quarter Day Trip
Guided Fly Fishing Float Trip | San Juan River

Guided Fly Fishing Float Trip | San Juan River

P28,091
per traveler
Guided Fly Fishing Float Trip | San Juan River
Full-Day Mesa Verde National Park Tour with Guide

Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour

P10,955
per adult
Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour
Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day

Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day

P10,393
per adult
Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

P16,742
per traveler
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is P14,933 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P14,933
P16,971 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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)
"NA"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
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! (1,038 reviews)
"Beautiful historic hotel with small rooms. Good dining options...but sadly no breakfast options at all. Great, walkable location. Perfect for easy access to the train depot."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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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 P11,684 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P11,684
P13,279 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (1,005 reviews)
"We stayed here from 6/22/25 to 6/25/25. We loved this hotel! There was a pre registration text and that made the whole check in process so much faster. The check in time was 4pm but I requested a check-in at 2pm which was approved without any charge. You have to request housekeeping which I didn't ..."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
The General Palmer Hotel
The General Palmer Hotel
4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is P12,386 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P12,386
P14,925 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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)
"Kept the lovely historical furnishings without being campy"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

The General Palmer Hotel
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 P11,154 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
P11,154
P12,959 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (521 reviews)
"Easy garge parking. Free breakfast was very good. Layout of room was well thought out. Very clean."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Durango Lodge
Durango Lodge
2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street, Durango, CO
The price is P10,285 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P10,285
P11,688 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"A perfect location for travelers who’d like to walk around Durango. Friendly staff and a nice pool area"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods 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 Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River, 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