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Mexico

Durango / Land of Tacos, Sunshine, and Smiles

MeowScore 😸89/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

October

Celebrate Día de los Muertos and experience Mexican culture.

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january

Visit Durango during the Feria Nacional de la Lana y la Madera, a huge fair celebrating wool and wood crafting. 🎉🐈🌲

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february

Go skiing at the nearby ski resorts, such as Purgatory Resort. 🎿🐈❄️

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march

Experience the beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom at the Jardín Botánico Regional. 🌸🐈🌳

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april

Challenge yourself by hiking the trails of the Sierra Madre mountains. 🥾🐈🏞️

🎭
may

Attend the Festival Cultural de Durango and celebrate the city's rich cultural heritage. 🎶🐈🎭

🚣‍♀️
june

Take in the stunning views while whitewater rafting through Rio Nazas. 🌊🐈🛶

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july

Wander through downtown and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the summer evenings. 🎉🐈🌆

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august

Explore the La Ferrería mining ruins and learn about the region's mining history. ⚒️🐈🔥

🎈
september

Watch the colorful hot air balloons fill the sky at the Festival Internacional del Globo. 🎈🐈🌅

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october

Join the Día de los Muertos celebrations and pay tribute to those who have passed. 💀🐈🕯️

🍁
november

Take a scenic drive through the autumn foliage of the Sierra Madre mountains. 🍂🐈🍁

🎅
december

Enjoy the beautiful Christmas lights and activities in the city center. 🎄🐈🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Durango is reasonably priced for an average tourist budget, but some items may seem expensive to budget travelers.

Check out local markets and street food vendors for affordable eats and souvenirs.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short stay for sightseeing

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short stay for sightseeing

Durango is a small city with a few iconic attractions such as the historic center and the scenic Teleferico cable car ride.

Tipping

10-15%

Standard tipping culture

Tipping

10-15%

Standard tipping culture

Cash is preferred, credit cards accepted. Splitting the bill is common.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited options for high-speed internet providers.

meh Availability

Most areas have internet access, but some remote locations struggle.

great Cellular

Good coverage throughout most of the city.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed opinions

Explore purr-ific art, architecture, and history on this cat-tivating adventure with your fellow feline friends.

With its sun-filled plazas, luxurious napping spots, and pawsome food, every fancy cat will find something to meow over in this whisker-rific destination.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Ferry over Santiago Papasquiaro
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Aqueduct
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Catedral Basílica Menor de Durango
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Mexican Food Market
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Paseo Durango Mall

The mainstream

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Ferry over Santiago Papasquiaro

A scenic ferry ride over the picturesque Santiago Papasquiaro river. The purr-fect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy some fresh air!

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Aqueduct

A historical landmark that showcases the city's rich history and culture. A great spot for cat-tourists to soak up some knowledge with company of their floofy friend

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Catedral Basílica Menor de Durango

This cathedral boasts stunning architecture and heavenly atmosphere. A peaceful spot to simply relax and paws for a moment.

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🍴
Mexican Food Market

A lively market filled with delicious catnip (I mean, food!) and lively music. A must-see spot for any food-loving cat!

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🛍️
Paseo Durango Mall

A shopping center filled with tons of cat-tastic stores and restaurants. Perfect for a day out with your feline friends!

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Off the beaten path

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Casa de las Rosas
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Templo de San Juan
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Museo de la Ciudad
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La Gavia
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Parque Guadiana

Off the beaten path

🌹
Casa de las Rosas

A lovely old house with a garden full of flowers. The perfect place for cats who appreciate the beauty of nature.

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Templo de San Juan

A beautiful church with colorful stained-glass windows and a peaceful atmosphere. Cats of all faiths are welcome to visit.

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🏛️
Museo de la Ciudad

A small museum with interesting exhibits about the history of Durango. The perfect place for curious cats to learn something new.

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La Gavia

A cozy coffee shop with delicious catnip lattes and a quiet atmosphere. A great place to work on your cat's novel.

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Parque Guadiana

A beautiful park with lots of trees, a small lake, and a playground for cats. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon stroll.

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed opinions

Mindful meoweler tips

Durango is known for its deliciously spicy food

From street tacos to chile rellenos, Durango's cuisine is a must-try for any catventurous eater.

Durango is home to several beautiful churches and cathedrals

Architecture lovers won't want to miss the ornate details and historic significance of Durango's religious buildings.

Durango has a rich mining history

In the mid-1800s, Durango was known for its silver mines and the mining industry continues to be an important part of the city's economy and heritage.

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