5 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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and Totally 80's Pizza & Museum. The Farm at Lee Martinez Park and Shambhala Mountain Center are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Deadman Lookout (in Red Feather Lakes) and Old Fall River Road (in Rocky Mountain National Park). There's still lots to do: indulge your thirst for a good beer at New Belgium Brewing Company, identify plant and animal life at Watson Lake State Wildlife Area, browse the exhibits of 1883 Water Works, and look for gifts at The Cupboard.

To see where to stay and more tourist information, refer to the Fort Collins route maker.

Expect a daytime high around 41°F in December, and nighttime lows around 16°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.