Downtown Durango Guide
Hotels, Restaurants, & Things To Do In This Historic District
Eat, stay and play in historic downtown Durango where you will find beautiful hotels, friendly shops, first class restaurants, famous breweries and many things to do. Take a stroll through the streets and marvel at the historic buildings and unique shops, sip a gourmet cup of coffee or enjoy some of the rich arts and culture of downtown.
Main Avenue
A stroll down Durango’s Main Avenue is a sensory treat: the Colorado air is crisp and subtly scented by restaurant and café delicacies; on most days the sun streams through the streets, intensifying the colorful store-front awnings and highlighting the neighboring mountain ridge. There’s plenty of things to do here, making a great spot to stay in a hotel.
Downtown Hotels
Historic Downtown Durango
Today Downtown Durango is a Nationally Registered Historic District, with something special in store for each visitor. The downtown area has been coined “the living room of the Durango community” by voices of the Durango Business Improvement District, who have a 20-year revitalization plan in store for historic downtown that began in 1997. Downtown Durango is a central part of the city’s allure, business, and history, and Durango leaders intend to continually nurture the beautiful historic district.
Downtown Durango Events
Visitors can find something exciting happening downtown throughout the four seasons. Durango is a hidden gem for spectacular outdoor and cultural festivals. You can find many of their exciting annual events on our event calendar. Snowdown is a classic Durango winter celebration that has offered much merriment for locals and visitors alike.
Durango Events
Things To Do In Durango
Looking for even more things to do in Durango? From local restaurants and breweries to shopping, galleries, and historic landmarks, downtown Durango is full of places worth exploring before or after your train ride. Check out our downtown Durango guide for some of the best spots to eat, shop, and spend time while you’re in town.
Things To Do In Durango
Hotels In Durango
Looking for the perfect place to stay in Durango? Whether you’re searching for hotels with free breakfast, places to stay along the river and something close to downtown, there are plenty of great options to fit your trip. Explore our Durango hotels guide to find the best places to stay for your next mountain getaway.
Hotels In Durango
Where To Eat Downtown
Downtown Durango is packed with great places to eat, from casual lunch spots and local breweries to upscale dinners and cozy coffee shops. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite before your train ride or planning a night out downtown, our dining guide can help you find some of the best restaurants in the area.
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Graze Colorado Downtown Bistro & Bakery
Welcome to Graze Colorado's Downtown Bistro & Bakery. In the heart of downtown Durango, along 7th Street, you'll find a place where rustic charm m... [Business Info]
Grassburger
Grassburger offers award-winning 100% USA raised grass-fed beef burgers and fries at its Durango restaurant! Satisfy that burger craving the best way... [Business Info]
Guild House Games
Guild House Games is a brick and mortar game store located inside the Main Mall in the historic downtown area of Durango, Colorado. We specialize in B... [Business Info]
Diamond Belle Saloon
Belly Up to Durango's only authentic western saloon. Choose from fantastic and creative appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and entrees. The Bell... [Business Info]
Homeslice Pizza
What's our deal? Good question! Homeslice, like all the best things, is a homegrown pizza joint, bringing NY and Chicago styles together to create our... [Business Info]
Horsefly History Walking Tours
Authentic Wild West History, Ghost Stories, and Hidden History in Downtown Durango Horsefly History Tours offers locally owned walking tours that brin... [Business Info]
Duranglers
Since 1983 Duranglers has been the region's source for custom guided fly fishing trips, equipment, flies and information. Our fly shop is located in b... [Business Info]
The Strater Hotel
Built in 1887, the historic Strater Hotel in Durango is one of the West's iconic hotels and a prominent downtown Durango, Colorado landmark located tw... [Business Info]
The Office Spiritorium
Durango's favorite place for happy hour, appetizers and craft cocktails is located inside the iconic Strater Hotel in historic downtown Durango. It's... [Business Info]
Sage Fresh Eats
Farm fresh food & fast casual convenience. A sister company to Zia Taqueria, Sage is built on the same core principals that our loyal customers know a... [Business Info]
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy challenges like The Iron Horse Classic, a road and mountain bike tournament scheduled each Memorial Day, or the Durango Double, a weekend of trail and road marathons back-to-back (not for the weak of heart). Cultural festivals of all sorts abound, including the bluegrass Durango Meltdown festival, the Cowboy Gathering, the Summer Jazz festival, the beer and music extravaganza Oktoberfest, the Durango Arts Festival, and many more!