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

P3,623
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durango Rafting - Quarter Day Family Friendly Trip
Guided Fly Fishing Float Trip | San Juan River

Guided Fly Fishing Float Trip | San Juan River

P27,871
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

P10,870
per adult
Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour
Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day

Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day

P10,312
per adult
Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day
Durango: La Plata Canyon Exclusive Access Jeep Tour

La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour Waterfalls, Ghost Town,Great Views

P6,076
per adult
La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour Waterfalls, Ghost Town,Great Views
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

P16,611
per traveler
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,085 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P11,085
P12,598 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great room with a comfortable bed. Air conditioning was great and acted like a sound machine as well."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 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! (1,030 reviews)
"Blown away by the detail to preserve the history. Will visit here again and have already recommended this location to others planning trips to the area."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

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Historic Strater Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is P14,599 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P14,599
P16,592 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 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 P13,155 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P13,155
P15,812 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent room, service, and experience"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

The General Palmer Hotel
Durango Lodge
Durango Lodge
2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street, Durango, CO
The price is P10,597 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
P10,597
P12,043 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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! (1,003 reviews)
"We didn't move the car once. Everything we did was close enough to walk. It was a very pleasant stay. The staff was great. Thank you."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 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 P11,891 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P11,891
P13,801 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (516 reviews)
"hotel is beautiful specifically being on river. walking path and park is littered with homeless. the hotel should pay for security. my wife and I felt unsafe walking dogs. really unfortunate as hotel and staff are fantastic."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
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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 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