Ellen And Steve’s guidebook
Food scene
A staple in Durango, Carvers is a great spot all day long as their beer is killer and the lunch/dinner menu quite good as well.
50 locals recommend
Carver Brewing Co
1022 Main AveA staple in Durango, Carvers is a great spot all day long as their beer is killer and the lunch/dinner menu quite good as well.
A more upscale experience, El Moro is a great option for any meal and is definitely finer dining than the traditions breakfast joint. Dinner is fantastic as well. Try the bone marrow appetizer if it happens to be on the menu!
55 locals recommend
El Moro Spirits and Tavern
945 Main AveA more upscale experience, El Moro is a great option for any meal and is definitely finer dining than the traditions breakfast joint. Dinner is fantastic as well. Try the bone marrow appetizer if it happens to be on the menu!
Steamworks is a staple of Durango as much as the Narrow Gauge Train is. Great beer, great pizza, great salads, heck… great everything. There is a reason it is nearly always packed. It is not unusual to find a 45min wait on a non-weekend day for a reason. Put your name in early then cruise through town to check out a few spots you missed on your walk earlier in the day.
76 locals recommend
Steamworks Brewing Company
801 E 2nd Ave Steamworks is a staple of Durango as much as the Narrow Gauge Train is. Great beer, great pizza, great salads, heck… great everything. There is a reason it is nearly always packed. It is not unusual to find a 45min wait on a non-weekend day for a reason. Put your name in early then cruise through town to check out a few spots you missed on your walk earlier in the day.
Farm to table/field to table exceptional dining - spacious dog friendly outdoor seating with views of the Animas River Valley
35 locals recommend
James Ranch Grill
33846 US Hwy 550Farm to table/field to table exceptional dining - spacious dog friendly outdoor seating with views of the Animas River Valley
Fine dining at its best in Durango with local/seasonal menu options
12 locals recommend
Seasons of Durango
764 Main AveFine dining at its best in Durango with local/seasonal menu options
Himalayan Kitchen
992 Main AveMachos makes the best hand made tortillas and has 2 locations, one is next to the Horse Gultch trail head.
6 locals recommend
Macho's Fast Mexican Food - North
1485 Florida RdMachos makes the best hand made tortillas and has 2 locations, one is next to the Horse Gultch trail head.
Zia Taqueria is a local favorite and is more a kin to a Chipotle type restaurant. They too have 2 locations.
50 locals recommend
Zia Taqueria
2977 Main AveZia Taqueria is a local favorite and is more a kin to a Chipotle type restaurant. They too have 2 locations.
Fired Up Pizzeria
735 Main AveBest dine-in Pizza
Home Slice Pizza
2957 Main AvePizza by the slice or full pie - two locations in town!
Rice Monkeys
1050 Main AveBest sushi in town
PRIMI Pasta & Wine Bar
1201 Main AveMediterranean inspired fresh pasta bar with delightful wine selection
Nayarit Restaurant
2525 Main AveThe street tacos are authentic and amazing!
Mamma Silvia's Italian Kitchen
Authentic Italian
Sightseeing
Only 35mi from our home, the magnificent cliff dwellings of the ancient pueblonians is too close to pass up. If possible splurging on the guided tour is recommended.
276 locals recommend
Mesa Verde National Park
Only 35mi from our home, the magnificent cliff dwellings of the ancient pueblonians is too close to pass up. If possible splurging on the guided tour is recommended.
Relaxing
Updated pools and site: https://www.durangohotspringsresortandspa.com/soak/passes-and-cards/
68 locals recommend
Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
6475 Co Rd 203Updated pools and site: https://www.durangohotspringsresortandspa.com/soak/passes-and-cards/
The Woodhouse Day Spa - Durango
1521 Main AvePahgosa Spa at The Springs Resort
125 Hot Springs BlvdAdventures
Providing year round fun, Durango Mountain has something for everyone. Skiing for all levels (especially great for novice and moderate terrain) and tubing in the winter - Mountain biking and slides in the summer.
9 locals recommend
Durango Mountain Resort
1 Skier PlProviding year round fun, Durango Mountain has something for everyone. Skiing for all levels (especially great for novice and moderate terrain) and tubing in the winter - Mountain biking and slides in the summer.
Full Blast Adventure Center
20673 US-160Lake Nighthorse
2nd Ave Sports
640 E 2nd AveGreat for gear rental while you are visiting town!
4Corners Riversports
360 S Camino Del RioFor all your water and boating needs in town.
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Historic Downtown Durango
Strolling through downtown Durango is a past-time all in its self. The historic downtown is an easy walk and the local artisan shops hold plenty one of a kind treasures to remember your trip.