6 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Fort Collins side-trips: Rocky Mountain National Park (Hidden Valley Sledding and Tubing Hill, Trail Ridge Road, &more) and Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark). Next up on the itinerary: indulge your thirst for a good beer at New Belgium Brewing Company, look for gifts at The Cupboard, take in nature's colorful creations at Gardens on Spring Creek, and look and learn at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery.

For reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Fort Collins online trip itinerary planner.

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