Guidebook for Fort Collins
Parks & Nature
Beach, hiking, biking, rock climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding, BBQ.
250 locals recommend
Horsetooth Reservoir
Beach, hiking, biking, rock climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding, BBQ.
Lory State Park
708 Lodgepole DrHiking, Biking, Picnic, Beach.
Stroll or bike along the Poudre River trail from Mulberry & Lemay all the way west to the town of Laporte. Passes near New Belgium and Odell breweries. If you bike all the way to Laporte be sure to visit the Swing Station for a discounted beer (bikers discount), live music (weekends), and outdoor seating.
11 locals recommend
Poudre Trail
Poudre TrailStroll or bike along the Poudre River trail from Mulberry & Lemay all the way west to the town of Laporte. Passes near New Belgium and Odell breweries. If you bike all the way to Laporte be sure to visit the Swing Station for a discounted beer (bikers discount), live music (weekends), and outdoor seating.
Essentials
This is the closest grocery store to our house. Also next door to a Walgreens pharmacy
26 locals recommend
Safeway
2160 W Drake RdThis is the closest grocery store to our house. Also next door to a Walgreens pharmacy
Whole Foods Market
2201 S College AveSmall food Co-op in the heart of Old Town. Parking can be tricky unless you use the parking garage located across the street.
22 locals recommend
Mountain Avenue Market
250 E Mountain AveSmall food Co-op in the heart of Old Town. Parking can be tricky unless you use the parking garage located across the street.
Lucky's Market
425 S College AveDrinks & Nightlife
The most famous brewery in town, creator of Fat Tire Ale. They usually have live music, food trucks, lawn games, dog friendly.
192 locals recommend
New Belgium Brewing
500 Linden StThe most famous brewery in town, creator of Fat Tire Ale. They usually have live music, food trucks, lawn games, dog friendly.
A locals favorite! Great beer, live music, food trucks, outdoor patio seating, dog friendly.
142 locals recommend
Odell Brewing Company
800 E Lincoln AveA locals favorite! Great beer, live music, food trucks, outdoor patio seating, dog friendly.
Amazing views from this bar located on the top floor of the brand new Elizabeth Hotel. Fancy atmosphere, unique beverages. Seating is limited and fills up fast.
Next best option is the Mad Hatter bar, downstairs in the hotel. Live music and delicious cocktails!
10 locals recommend
Sunset Lounge
111 Chestnut StAmazing views from this bar located on the top floor of the brand new Elizabeth Hotel. Fancy atmosphere, unique beverages. Seating is limited and fills up fast.
Next best option is the Mad Hatter bar, downstairs in the hotel. Live music and delicious cocktails!
Washington Park
132 Laporte AveBrand new, beautifully renovated music venue in Old Town.
Largest live music venue in town. A little outdated, but hosts some great traveling music acts.
22 locals recommend
Aggie Theatre
204 S College AveLargest live music venue in town. A little outdated, but hosts some great traveling music acts.
Speakeasy hidden beneath the city scape. Very unique cocktails and tapas-type food menu. Ask for the Absinthe menu only available by request :-)
116 locals recommend
Social
1 Old Town SquareSpeakeasy hidden beneath the city scape. Very unique cocktails and tapas-type food menu. Ask for the Absinthe menu only available by request :-)
Shopping
The Perennial Gardener
154 N College AveA little bit of everything including some local creations.
They've got it all for outdoor gear needs. Clothing to kayaks to hunting gear.
12 locals recommend
JAX Fort Collins Outdoor Gear
1200 N College AveThey've got it all for outdoor gear needs. Clothing to kayaks to hunting gear.
The Cupboard
152 S College AveEntertainment & Activities
Local Cinema with many film festival voted, smaller name movies. Outdoor movies during the summer. They also provide food and beverages including alcohol to consume before or during the flick!
Ascent Studio Climbing & Fitness
2150 Joseph Allen DrAmazing indoor rock climbing gym with small fitness area
Fort Fun
1513 E Mulberry StPutt-putt golf, games, go-carts.
Reclining chairs, food options you can eat at your seat. Large theaters, but make reservations in advance.
19 locals recommend
CInemark Bistro and XD
335 E Foothills PkwyReclining chairs, food options you can eat at your seat. Large theaters, but make reservations in advance.
Old fashioned Drive-In Movie Theater. Generally show a double feature film.
32 locals recommend
Holiday Twin Drive-In Theater
2206 S Overland TrailOld fashioned Drive-In Movie Theater. Generally show a double feature film.
The Lyric
1209 N College AveOur local outdoor music amphitheater with amazing national acts. Located up the Poudre Canyon, music under the stars is a must if you have time!
Mishawaka
Our local outdoor music amphitheater with amazing national acts. Located up the Poudre Canyon, music under the stars is a must if you have time!
Food scene
Upscale dining upstairs and on the second floor outdoor patio AND a second more affordable menu on the lower level. Great for summertime happy hour on the patio with music (sometimes) and a view.
31 locals recommend
Ginger and Baker
359 Linden StUpscale dining upstairs and on the second floor outdoor patio AND a second more affordable menu on the lower level. Great for summertime happy hour on the patio with music (sometimes) and a view.
Nick's Italian
1100 S College AveLittle Bird Bakeshop
613 Old Town SquareRio Grande Mexican Restaurant
143 S College AveLucile's
400 S Meldrum StSnooze an A.M. Eatery
144 W Mountain AveLos Tarascos Restaurant
622 S College AveEmporium Kitchen and Wine Market
378 Walnut StJax Fish House & Oyster Bar Fort Collins
123 N College AveDGT
120 W Laurel StThe Colorado Room
642 S College AveSlyce Pizza Co.
163 W Mountain Ave