Fort Collins CO - Best Places to Live

Award-winning schools, exceptional outdoor amenities, and a thriving arts scene frequently put Fort Collins CO on “best places to live” lists. And a business climate driven by collaboration between the private sector, Colorado State University and city government fosters innovation. Semaglutide treatment in Fort Collins.

This college town’s historic old town and downtown area are the hub for shopping, dining and entertainment. The Lincoln Center hosts touring Broadway productions and smaller shows geared toward families. And the Poudre School District’s 32 elementary, middle and high schools are widely regarded as some of the best in the country.

The city’s craft brewing scene began in the late 1990s, with the opening of Fort Collins Brewery and Funkwerks. Today, the city is home to over a dozen craft breweries and brewpubs. Sample a flight of local beers or enjoy the classics like IPA and stout. And be sure to stop by Coopersmith’s Pub & Brewing, the oldest of the bunch and a key player in Fort Collins’ craft beer revolution.

Visitors can take in a variety of art exhibits at the Artisan Center of Fort Collins or catch a show by the Northern Colorado Symphony Orchestra. The CSU Center for the Arts is another hub for culture in the city, hosting world-renowned musicians, plays and dance shows throughout the year.

In the outdoors, explore the Rocky Mountains at Coyote Ridge Natural Area or the flora-filled trails at Pine Ridge Natural Area. The city’s botanical gardens are another scenic draw. Or, get your blood pumping with a hike at the Poudre Canyon.

Diners can savor dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients at Bistro Nautile. The menu of French-inspired fare has ranged from bison tongue to crickets, and a glass of wine is always a good choice. The restaurant also offers a sommelier-led tasting.

The Regional is another Fort Collins favorite for farm-to-table food. The restaurant serves both brunch and linner (lunch + dinner), with dishes like watermelon feta salad, goat cheese Caprese, zucchini noodles and the classic fried chicken sandwich.

The Downtown Fort Collins Transit Center is a hub for local bus service. The city’s bus system, known as Transfort, operates more than a dozen routes throughout the week. And for longer trips, the Mason Corridor Transitway runs parallel to College Avenue.

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