3 days in Fort Collins Itinerary

Called vibrant, eclectic and authentic, Fort Collins tops “best of” lists year after year thanks to its myriad of cultural opportunities.

Bring the kids along to Gardens on Spring Creek and Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort Collins: Rocky Mountain National Park (Many Parks Curve Overlook, Trail Ridge Road, &more). There's lots more to do: stroll through Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, take an in-depth tour of Totally 80's Pizza & Museum, pause for some photo ops at Veteran's Plaza of Northern Colorado, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read Fort Collins travel route planner.

In December, daily temperatures in Fort Collins can reach 41°F, while at night they dip to 16°F.