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

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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

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

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 top-notch restaurants.

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

Zip Line - Rafting Package

Zip Line - Rafting Package

$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zip Line - Rafting Package
Full-Day Mesa Verde National Park Tour with Guide

Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour

$195
per adult
Mesa Verde National Park Full Day Tour
Kayaks on the Animas River

Durango Kayaking - Quarter Day Trip

$76
per adult
Durango Kayaking - Quarter Day Trip
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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
$195 nightly
The price is $221 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$221 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and 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! (1,001 reviews)
"We had a party of 7 with 4 rooms total. Easily accessible to downtown with a short 5 min walk. The balcony is nice to enjoy in the mornings on. The happy hours are nice with a small selection of drink available in the dining hall but it gets really hot in there.Breakfast is decent, and they do have ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Historic Strater Hotel

Historic Strater Hotel

3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave, Durango, CO
$246 nightly
The price is $280 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$280 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,074 reviews)
"Fun throwback hotel. Great stay. Town of Durango was fun and everything walkable"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Historic Strater Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
$242 nightly
The price is $275 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$275 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Love being downtown and by the river."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
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
$218 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$247 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and 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! (560 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel

4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
$244 nightly
The price is $275 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$275 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and 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! (1,003 reviews)
"We really enjoyed staying at the hotel. It was super convenient for the train. Parking was easy. We wanted a larger room, so we were in the hotel across the parking lot. It wasn't really very inconvenient, but no lift, so you need to be able to do stairs with luggage (or use a porter).Linens were ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

The General Palmer Hotel
Durango Lodge

Durango Lodge

2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street, Durango, CO
$180 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$205 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and 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! (1,004 reviews)
"The highlight of our stay was the hospitality of the owners. They invited is to walk/hike in their “100 acre back yard” which included an overview of the valley below. Gorgeous. An older motel they are in the process of refurbishing. It will be a great memory"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Durango Lodge
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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 Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River.

North Main District
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Sky Ridge

Sky Ridge might not have many top sights, but Hillcrest Golf Club and Durango Community Recreation Center 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 Durango Community Recreation Center 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 Animas Mountain Trailhead and Durango Community Recreation Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Edgemont Ranch
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Historic Downtown Durango, CO

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