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.

Family-friendly places like Horsetooth Mountain Open Space and Fort Collins Museum of Discovery will thrill your kids. Get out of town with these interesting Fort Collins side-trips: Rocky Mountain National Park (Milner Pass, Alluvial Fan, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Cache La Poudre River, contemplate the long history of 1883 Water Works, indulge your thirst for a good beer at New Belgium Brewing Company, and take in nature's colorful creations at Annual Flower Trial Garden.

To see reviews, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Fort Collins tour itinerary planner.

Expect a daytime high around 67°F in May, and nighttime lows around 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.