Fort Collins

Travel Guide

Fort Collins which includes a square or plaza and outdoor art
Fort Collins showing signage, a park and a bridge
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 the Fort 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 which includes 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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University North

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University North and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Old Town Square.

University North
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Midtown

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

Midtown
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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
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM460 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM460
RM477 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (1,799 reviews)
"Great"

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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fort Collins
Fort Collins Marriott

Fort Collins Marriott

4 out of 5
350 E Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins, CO
The price is RM622 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM622
RM710 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Fort Collins. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Property was as expected but parking was awful. Full every single night."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Fort Collins Marriott
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 RM361 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM361
RM374 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,009 reviews)
"It was not in a nice area & when I went to get water in the breakfast area it was 8:45, in a not nice voice I got this area is closed. Some lights would not turn on. The AC worked but made this awful scraping noise noise."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Fort Collins
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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! (229 reviews)
"Clean and updated."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

The Flats
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! (94 reviews)
"Such a cozy place to stay. Loved it."

Reviewed on 20 May 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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