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 Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and The Farm at Lee Martinez Park 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: sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company, admire the natural beauty at Annual Flower Trial Garden, hike along Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, and contemplate the waterfront views at Cache La Poudre River.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, 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.