Discover Fort Collins' culinary scene on a private walking tour through Old Town. Taste delicious bites from local hotspots while learning about the city’s foodie culture.
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
Suitable for most fitness levels as the walking is moderate and at an easy pace
Wildlife
History
Old Town Fort Collins was established in the late 1800s and has retained much of its Victorian architecture, reflecting its mining and railroad heritage.
Conservation
Local businesses involved in the food tour emphasize sustainable sourcing and support of Colorado-grown ingredients to minimize environmental impact.
Old Town Food Tour
Discover Fort Collins' culinary scene on a private walking tour through Old Town. Taste delicious bites from local hotspots while learning about the city’s foodie culture.
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.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect to walk several blocks on mostly paved streets during the three-hour tour.
Bring a bottle of water
Staying hydrated is key, especially during warmer months while exploring the city on foot.
Inform of dietary restrictions in advance
Let your guide know beforehand to ensure the tastings accommodate your needs.
Arrive on time
Tours start promptly to fit all tastings and stops within the three-hour window.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes help you enjoy the walking portions without discomfort.
Reusable water bottle
Keep hydrated during warmer months while exploring Old Town.
summer
Light rain jacket
Prepare for spring showers with a compact waterproof jacket.
spring
Layered clothing
Layers allow you to adjust comfortably to fluctuating fall temperatures.
fall