Durango: Attractions and more...
One of the major attractions of the city is its colonial downtown area. Here you can find an open air market with souvenirs like ceramics, wood and leather items.
Durango’s image as a historically important city is reflected in museums like the ex-Hacienda de La Ferreria and the Instituto Mexicano de Arte y Cultura. The Government Palace with its tasteful art, the Lesser Basilica Cathedral with Baroque-elements, the neo-classic Municipal Palace and the sixteenth-century San Francisco Temple are also must-see attractions.
Sahuatoba Park is a good place to get a glimpse of tigers or giraffes catching up on their afternoon siesta, while the Victoria Theatre will treat you to a taste of Durangan culture. Watch local musicians perform on a cool Sunday evening at the Plaza de Armas and the Plaza del Centenario.
An early July trip to the city will lead you to the Festividades de la Ciudad with its Durangan cuisine and parades.
