7 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.

Visit Wild Basin Area and 1883 Water Works for their historical value. Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures and Moraine Park Museum will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort Collins: Rocky Mountain National Park (Trail Ridge Road, Holzwarth Historic Site, &more), Allenspark (Chapel on the Rock & Eagle Plume Trading Post) and Shambhala Mountain Center (in Red Feather Lakes). And it doesn't end there: sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company, contemplate the waterfront views at Cache La Poudre River, admire the masterpieces at Gregory Allicar Museum of Art at Colorado State University, and look and learn at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery.

For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Fort Collins route planner.

In September, daily temperatures in Fort Collins can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 50°F.