Downtown Fort Collins Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Colorado State University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Colorado State University during your trip to Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
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.
Annual Flower Trial Garden
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Annual Flower Trial Garden, a lovely green space in Fort Collins. Discover the breweries in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Old Town Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Old Town Square during your stay in Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Fort Collins Lincoln Center
You can make plans for a show at Fort Collins Lincoln Center during your stay in Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures in Fort Collins. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Fort Collins Early Settlement/Town Beginnings (Riding Tour)
Fort Collins Early Settlement/Town Beginnings Tour
Gamified Walking Tour of Colorado State University!
Guided 3-Hour Fort Collins Old Town Food Tour
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery - Fort Collins, CO
Guided Hiking Tours near Fort Collins
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Collins
The Armstrong Hotel
"Staff is what makes this place, closely followed by the amazing bath tubs. Do yourself a favor and book a room here."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Elizabeth Hotel, Autograph Collection
"Wonderful, cozy stay! The vinyl collection and players in the room is so fun. The sunset lounge was nice just to sit and enjoy the view with lovely music. Great location! We live in the area and would 100% recommend this hotel every time for visitors. Perfect location."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fort Collins
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hilton Fort Collins
"Have to PAY for Parking which is super annoying. It's $15 I believe, but they gave me a code for a discount which made it $12. I will stay somewhere else next time, just because of the parking situation. Hotel is just okay, dated but kept clean. The open lobby is somewhat strange and has old fake ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Fort Collins Marriott
"Great place."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Loveland Conference Center
"Room was clean, staff was amazing, & the best breakfast of any hotel bar none"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Collins
Old Town Fort Collins
Old Town Fort Collins is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Old Town Square and Fort Collins Museum & Discovery Science Center.
Old Town West
If you're spending some time in Old Town West, Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures are top sights worth seeing.
University North
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University North and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Collins Lincoln Center and Old Town Square.
Martinez Park
While there might not be top attractions in Martinez Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and Old Town Square.
University Park
While University Park isn't home to many top sights, Cache La Poudre River and Annual Flower Trial Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Town North
While Old Town North isn't home to many top sights, New Belgium Brewing Company Headquarters and Fort Collins Museum of Discovery are some notable places to visit nearby.
