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Museum · Durango, Durango
Túnel de Minería de Durango
Tunnel beneath Durango’s historic center that recreates the history of the state’s mines, with access from the Plaza de Armas.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Túnel de Minería de Durango
The Mining Tunnel runs under Constitución street in downtown Durango and has one of its entrances at the Plaza de Armas. The route was created to tell the history of mining, the activity that gave rise to the city in the 16th century.
Along the tunnel, rooms and scenes show the types of ore found in the state, the tools and extraction techniques—from the colonial period to 20th-century machinery—with mine carts, tracks and miner figures. Visitors walk with mine-style lighting and explanations from guides.
The tour is part of the city-center sightseeing routes, along with the cable car, and is popular with families.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to one hour.
Best time
At any time of year; on hot days the tunnel is cooler. Confirm opening days before you go.
How to get there
Entrance at the Plaza de Armas in downtown Durango, on foot.
Tip
Bring a light jacket: inside the tunnel the temperature is lower than on the street.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Túnel de Minería de Durango
What is the Mining Tunnel of Durango?
A tunnel beneath the historic center that tells the story of the state’s mines.
Where is the entrance to the Mining Tunnel?
At the Plaza de Armas, in downtown Durango.
How long does the tunnel visit take?
From 30 minutes to an hour.