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Fort Collins Attractions

If you're looking for exciting things to do in Fort Collins, prepare to be busy. This vibrant city knows how to have a good time. Whatever your tastes, you'll be inspired by the array of attractions to get stuck into here. Keep reading to learn about a few of the favorites.

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What to do in Fort Collins

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Cache la Poudre Wilderness Area - You'll enjoy this place if you want to let your hair down and just have fun.

Colorado State University - Architecture aficionado or not, prepare to be impressed by this landmark's modern-day design.

Old Town Square - Get to know some of the fascinating history of the area through this site.

Roaring Creek Trail - Slip away from the big city and get back to nature at this picture-perfect place.

Annual Flower Trial Garden - Cultivate your green thumb and admire the diverse range of plants on display.

Things to Do in Fort Collins with Kids

There are loads of sensational experiences in Fort Collins that the entire gang will get a buzz out of. These are some of the best family friendly experiences in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Fort Collins on a sunny day?

When the weather is perfect, these outdoor experiences are hard to pass up:

What should I not miss in Fort Collins?

Impress the whole family back at home by capturing a selfie in front of Colorado State University.

Are there cheap things to do in Fort Collins?

Keep more of your hard-earned cash in your wallet with these fun and thrifty activities:

What can you do in Fort Collins for free?

You’ll hardly have time to fetch your wallet out of your bag with so many free attractions:

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Popular places to visit

Horsetooth Mountain Park

4.5/5(153 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Horsetooth Mountain Park, a lovely green space in Fort Collins. Discover the breweries in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

New Belgium Brewing Company Headquarters

4/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit New Belgium Brewing Company Headquarters during your travels to Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Get hands on with science, explore space, discover the material culture of early settler and indigenous Americans, meet wildlife and play in a music and sound lab.

Colorado State University

4.5/5(454 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Colorado State University, during your trip to Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Old Town Square

4.5/5(610 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Old Town Square during your visit to Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital

If UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Fort Collins Lincoln Center

4.5/5(94 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Fort Collins Lincoln Center during your trip to Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Edora Pool Ice Center

4/5(10 reviews)

Catch an event at Edora Pool Ice Center during your trip to Fort Collins. Wander around the natural setting in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its breweries.

Foothills Mall

4/5(98 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Foothills Mall during your visit to Fort Collins. Wander around the natural setting in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its breweries.

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Old Town Fort Collins

4/5(2 area reviews)

Old Town Fort Collins is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Old Town Square and Fort Collins Museum & Discovery Science Center.

Capitol Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Old Town Square.

Sunrise in Ft. Collins, from Horsetooth Reservoir

Old Town West

5/5(50 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Old Town West, Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Avery House are top sights worth seeing.

University Park

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Though University Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cache La Poudre River and Fort Collins Lincoln Center.

Harbinger Coffee in Fort Collins - I try to hit at least one local coffee shop when on the road. Here, there are interesting new flavor combinations, water with your latte, and lovely latte art

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University North

3/5(1 area review)

While University North isn't home to many top sights, Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Old Town Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

The CSU Annual Flower Trial Garden is most beautiful between July and September. With hundreds of verities of flowers on display. It is a feast for your eyes.

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Historic Fort Collins High School

While there might not be top attractions in Historic Fort Collins High School, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cache La Poudre River and Canvas Stadium.

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