Villa del Oeste
1
The Old West Town
A Wild West movie set with restaurant, video bar, pool room, and horseback riding facilities. Pick-up spot at Plaza de Armas (main square). Open daily, from 9:30 to 17:30 hrs. Shows on weekends and holidays.
2
The Regional Museum
Also known as the Avocado Museum, this old French 19th-century house features 12 exhibition rooms. Tel. (618) 812-5605. Victoria No. 100 Sur. Closed Mondays.
Ph. ( +52-618) 812-5605 813-1094
Adults $10 Children $2 (Cost in MXN)
Adults $10 Children $2 (Cost in MXN)
3
The Cathedral
This baroque building is famous for its gilded choir chairs and paintings by Mexican artists.
4
Tunnel Mining Museum
Underground museum with 24 feet deep and 306 yards long. This museum displays a collection with objects and mining samples, dating from the founding of the city. Phone (618) 827-0626. From 10 to 22 hrs. Closed Monday. Entrance from the Placita de Juan Pablo II.
5
Tourist Tram
A 45-minute tour that takes you to the main sights in the city. The tram departs from the Plaza de Armas, which is located opposite the cathedral.
$20 admission general (Costs in MXN)
6
Mexiquillo
Mexiquillo is famous for its rock formations and beautiful 20-meter (65.6 foot) waterfall. It is located on the highway to Mazatlan at the 145 km marker, a couple of hours from Durango.
