Fort Collins Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort Collins featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza
Fort Collins which includes a bridge, a garden and signage
Photo provided by Visit Fort Collins
Photo provided by Visit Fort Collins
Fort Collins which includes a fountain and street scenes

Cycle your wayaround this thriving university town to discover northern Colorado’s famous localfood, beer and wine.

Visit Fort Collins to discover a downtownprecinct dotted with historic monuments, early 20th-century architecture andsome of the most cherished breweries in the U.S. Fort Collins is a tight-knitcommunity of 150,000 residents, centred on Colorado State University.

The town is regularly praised for itshigh quality of life and its picturesque gardens. Follow its winding networksof bike paths and sample delicious local produce. As you navigate the pavedroutes you’ll come across gourmet restaurants, boutique retail stores andmountainous landscapes surrounding the town.

Rent a bicycle from the Fort Collins bikelibrary, free of charge, to get around the city. Clever city planning meansthat cyclists have the right of way at most intersections. Biking is usuallythe fastest means of transportation for crossing the city. Those who don’tenjoy travelling on two wheels can use the convenient Fort Collins bus system.

Explore the downtown region on foot tosee why locals are so proud of their city. Outdoor restaurant patios areprevalent on the main streets, along with fresh produce stores and independentcultural institutions. Take the kids to theFort Collins Museum of Discovery. Spend time in scenic public spaces such as Old Town Square and Oak Street Plaza and see the campus of Colorado State University on aguided tour before you settle back with locals over a beer.

Colorado has long had a reputation for excellentbeer. Allow enough time to visit some of the craft breweries in town and samplethe local varieties. Try New Belgium Brewery’s Fat Tyre, one of America’s mostpopular craft beers.

Cycle outside the city centre to seeColorado’s rugged beauty. Go whitewater rafting through the Roosevelt NationalForest or mountain bike in Spring Canyon Park. Find tour guides and outdoor sports stores in the downtown areato prepare for your adventures.

Fort Collins is a laid-back townthroughout the year. For a relaxed visit, come during the holidays when bars,restaurants and cafés are much quieter with the university population reduced. Justa short drive from the Denver International Airport, the town can be reached bycar or bus.

Where to stay in Fort Collins

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Old Town Fort Collins

Old Town Fort Collins is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Old Town Square and Fort Collins Museum & Discovery Science Center.

Old Town Fort Collins
Fort Collins featuring interior views and cycling

Old Town West

If you're spending some time in Old Town West, Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Avery House are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town West
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University Park

While University Park isn't home to many top sights, Cache La Poudre River and Fort Collins Lincoln Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

University Park
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Old Town North

While Old Town North isn't home to many top sights, New Belgium Brewing Company Headquarters and Old Town Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Old Town North
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Historic Fort Collins High School

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic Fort Collins High School and surrounding area, you can visit Canvas Stadium and Cache La Poudre River.

Historic Fort Collins High School
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Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Foothills Mall and Cinemark Bistro Fort Collins.

Midtown
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fort Collins

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fort Collins

4 out of 5
3709 E Mulberry St, Fort Collins, CO
The price is AU$126 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$126
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Fort Collins. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,915 reviews)
"Service was great and rooms were clean. I was very pleased and would stay here again if I’m ever back in the area. Compared to other La Quinta locations, this one was pretty amazing."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fort Collins
Super 8 by Wyndham Fort Collins

Super 8 by Wyndham Fort Collins

2 out of 5
409 Centro Way, Fort Collins, CO
The price is AU$105 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$105
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa motel in Fort Collins. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location for our stay in Ft Collins"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Fort Collins
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Ft. Collins E at I-25

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Ft. Collins E at I-25

2 out of 5
4333 East Mulberry Street, Fort Collins, CO
The price is AU$103 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$103
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Collins. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,005 reviews)
"It is a simple and comfortable place to spend for 1 night, I would not book for an extended stay"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Ft. Collins E at I-25
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Flats

The Flats

3 out of 5
229 West Mulberry Street, Fort Collins, CO
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Fort Collins. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and Netflix. Popular attractions Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Global Village Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

The Flats
 Beautiful cottage - great location in Old Town near Colorado State University!

Beautiful cottage - great location in Old Town near Colorado State University!

Fort Collins
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Fort Collins. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Moby ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (180 reviews)
"What a beautiful cottage! Everything was very clean and we had a wonderful stay. So convenient to everything we did. We will definitely book here again."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Beautiful cottage - great location in Old Town near Colorado State University!
Remington Flats Hotel

Remington Flats Hotel

3 out of 5
813 Remington Street, Fort Collins, CO
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Fort Collins. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Johnson Hall and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Perfect stay.
"This was a perfect stay! The space was clean and comfy. The courtyard/flowers/plants were magical, and the location couldn’t be beat. I attended a conference at Colorado State University and it was super close. Wish I could have stayed longer!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Remington Flats Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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