Adventure Brief
Experience Fort Collins’ food scene like never before on a private walking tour through Old Town’s best eateries. Taste a mix of local favorites and hidden gems in just three hours!
3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Experience Fort Collins’ food scene like never before on a private walking tour through Old Town’s best eateries. Taste a mix of local favorites and hidden gems in just three hours!
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Hang tight — photos are loading
This usually takes just a second.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic walking fitness is sufficient, as the tour covers a few city blocks on even pavements at a leisurely pace.
Wildlife
History
Old Town Fort Collins is known for its well-preserved late 19th-century buildings and vibrant historic district central to the city's cultural life.
Conservation
Many food stops on the tour prioritize locally sourced ingredients and sustainable practices to support Fort Collins’ eco-friendly community values.
Old Town Food Tour
Experience Fort Collins’ food scene like never before on a private walking tour through Old Town’s best eateries. Taste a mix of local favorites and hidden gems in just three hours!
Old Town Food Tour is a Fort Collins, Colorado company that offers guided walking food and drink experiences in the city’s historic Old Town district.
The business operates public and private tasting tours that showcase Fort Collins’ vibrant culinary and beverage scene. Public and private options include the Old Town Food Tour, a walking tour with generous tastings from five to six local eateries; the Private Old Town Food Tour, a three-hour private culinary adventure with generous tastings from five to six restaurants and bake shops; the Libations Experience and Private Libations Experience, a 2.5-hour walking cocktail tour held on Thursdays at 6 pm that highlights cocktails, bartending techniques at the Academy, and drinks and bites at three partner locations; and the It’s Five O'Clock Somewhere Tour, a two-hour tasting route that visits breweries, distilleries, and cideries.
Tours focus on generous tastings and local partners, including restaurants, bake shops, breweries, distilleries, and cideries. Each itinerary is built around sampling multiple establishments—typically five to six stops for full food tours and three stops for libations experiences—while walking through Old Town’s downtown streets.
Old Town Food Tour partners with local businesses to provide on-site tastings and educational elements such as cocktail demonstrations. The company’s offerings provide a straightforward way to explore Fort Collins’ food and drink culture through curated, walkable tastings. Menu highlights across tours include dishes such as steak, burgers, and donuts, alongside craft cocktails and local beers, giving guests a broad taste of Fort Collins’ culinary variety and culture too.
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Historic Old Town downtown area
Typical Duration
2–3 hrs
Varies by tour type
Tours Offered
5
Public and private options
Tasting Style
Walking Tours
Generous tastings at local partners
Reserve a public seat or schedule a private culinary or libations experience to taste Fort Collins with local partners and curated stops.
Bring an Appetite
Come hungry to enjoy generous tastings at every stop during the three-hour tour.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The walking portion covers several blocks on paved streets, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is a must.
Notify Dietary Restrictions
Inform your guide in advance about any allergies or dietary preferences for a customized experience.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a water bottle to stay refreshed throughout the tour, especially in warmer months.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supportive footwear helps you enjoy the walking portions comfortably.
Light Jacket or Layered Clothing
Spring weather can be variable, so layers keep you comfortable as temperatures change.
spring
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important during the warmer months while walking and tasting.
summer
Portable Umbrella
Carry an umbrella to stay dry during the occasional fall shower.
fall