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Whether you're exploring historic downtown, adventuring through national forests, or enjoying time on the river, there's truly something for every traveler.
Stop By The Durango Arts Center
Explore the Durango Arts Center, a cultural hub featuring 25 annual exhibits of visual and performing arts, workshops, and the Durango Autumn Arts Festival.
Learn About The Historic Downtown Durango
Explore historic downtown Durango's National Register district: mining and railroad heritage, boutique shops, galleries, museums and restaurants.
Top Winter Events In Durango
Discover Durango's best winter events, from the Polar Express train ride to ice climbing adventures and artisan markets.
The Southern Ute Cultural Center And Museum
Explore tribal history, culture, and heritage at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum, located 24 miles southeast of Durango in Ignacio, Colorado.
Visit The San Juan National Forest
Explore over 1.8 million acres of stunning peaks, valleys, and trails in Colorado's San Juan National Forest near Durango.
Explore The Mesa Verde National Park Near Durango
Explore Mesa Verde National Park near Durango, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 700 years of Ancestral Pueblo cliff dwellings, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing.
Soak Up In The Pinkerton Hot Springs
Soak in natural thermal waters at Pinkerton Hot Springs, a scenic oasis just 20 minutes north of Durango on the Million Dollar Highway.
Plan A Visit To The Powerhouse Science Center
Explore Southwest Colorado's premier interactive science center in a historic 1892 power plant building on the Animas River with hands-on exhibits and educational programs.
Stop By The James Ranch In Durango
Visit James Ranch, a 400-acre working farm 10 miles north of Durango offering farm-to-table dining, petting areas, and tractor-wagon tours through pastures and gardens.
Visit The Historical Strater Hotel In Durango
Explore the historic Strater Hotel in Durango, a founding member of Historic Hotels of America built in 1887, featuring fine dining, live entertainment, and Victorian antiques.
Top Winter Attractions In Durango, CO
Explore Durango's best winter activities including dog sledding, skiing at Purgatory Resort, snowmobiling, and fat tire biking in the San Juan Mountains.
Hike The Famous Colorado Trail Near Durango
Explore the iconic 485-mile Colorado Trail stretching between Denver and Durango, passing through six national forests and eight mountain ranges.
Visit The Chapman Hill Ice Rink In Durango
Chapman Hill offers year-round ice skating, skiing, and snowboarding with 500 vertical feet of terrain, lessons, and weekly Disco Night skating events.
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad & Museum
Ride original 1880s locomotives through San Juan National Forest canyons and explore the railroad museum's 12,000-square-foot collection of mining and transportation artifacts.
Feel The Thrill At Durango Adventures And Zipline Tours
Experience thrilling ziplines, climbing towers, mountain biking, and guided hikes at Durango Adventures and Zipline Tours, located just west of downtown Durango.
Durango Fish Hatchery And Wildlife Museum
Colorado's oldest state-owned fish hatchery and wildlife museum showcasing trout breeding, exhibits, and the region's natural ecosystems at 151 E. 16th Street.
Best Places For Durango Colorado Photography
Discover top photography spots in Durango, Colorado including the Animas River Trail, SkySteps, scenic lakes, and historic landmarks for stunning shots.
Relax At Durango Hot Springs Resort And Spa
Soak in 22 mineral pools and enjoy spa treatments at Durango Hot Springs Resort and Spa, featuring 32 healing minerals and year-round access.
Visit The Animas River In Durango, CO
Explore the scenic Animas River flowing through downtown Durango with hiking, white water rafting, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fly fishing adventures.
Visit The Informative Animas Museum In Durango
Explore Durango's rich history at the Animas Museum, housed in a restored 1904 schoolhouse with exhibits, archives, and self-guided walking tours.
Enjoy These Day Trips From Durango
Discover the best day trips from Durango including Telluride, Mesa Verde National Park, and Purgatory Resort for outdoor adventures and cultural exploration.
Historical Places To See In Durango
Explore Durango's rich history with visits to the Strater Hotel, General Palmer Hotel, and Mesa Verde National Park's ancient cliff dwellings.