A Day for the Beer Lover
Itinerary
Whether you're here for a quick weekend getaway or a longer escape, this guide will lead you through FoCo’s best breweries from morning to night.
8:00 am
Start With a Hearty Breakfast
Fuel up at Ace Café with generous benedicts, creative sweet treats, and scratch-made seasonal favorites. Pair your meal with artisanal coffee or a specialty latte to ensure you’re ready for a full day of brewery exploration.
Hop on a Complimentary Bike
Swing by the lobby to grab one of the hotel’s complimentary bikes and set off on two wheels through Old Town. Enjoy fresh morning air as you pedal past colorful murals, charming storefronts, and tree-lined streets.
Discover over 20 Breweries
Navigate Fort Collins’ famously walkable brewery district and glimpse everything from tiny taprooms to large production facilities. Keep an eye out for hidden gems and prepare to add them to your self-guided “tour de beers.”
A Ride Through History
Soak in Old Town’s early-morning charm as you pass historic landmarks and fountain-centered plazas. Let the town’s brick-paved sidewalks and vintage lamp posts set the perfect backdrop for your beer-filled adventure.
12:00 pm
New Belgium Brewery Tour
Arrive at New Belgium Brewing to join a behind-the-scenes tour of their solar-powered brewhouse and innovative packaging lines. Discover how this icon strikes a balance between scale and sustainability, then head to the taproom for your first sampling of Fat Tire, Voodoo Ranger, and our rotating seasonal creations.
Sustainable Sips
Delve deeper into New Belgium’s eco-friendly ethos by tasting small-batch pilot brews crafted from local grains and reclaimed water. Every pour tells a story of renewable energy and community commitment—one sip at a time.
3:00 pm
Funkwerks Belgian-Style Tour
Make your way to Funkwerks, where Belgian-style farmhouse ales reign supreme. During the guided tasting, discover how open-fermentation tanks and wild yeasts create their award-winning saisons and tart ales, then sample each distinct variety.
Creative Brews
Sip tart saisons and crisp farmhouse ales that showcase their unique fermentation process.
5:00 pm
Horse & Dragon Taproom
Step into this family-owned brewery’s warm, intimate taproom to taste dark ales, nitro-stouts, and roasty coffee-inspired brews. The welcoming staff will happily guide you through flights featuring their latest small-batch experiments.
Beer and Pretzels
Just down the street from the hotel, you'll find The Gilded Goat. Pair your next pint with a warm, beer-salted pretzel and cheese fondue. It’s the perfect mid-afternoon snack to balance hops with hearty comfort.
Taproom Talk
Gather around vibrant community tables under artful beer-themed murals to compare tasting notes and swap recommendations with fellow enthusiasts. The lively atmosphere is ideal for making new friends before dinner.
9:00 pm
Mayor of Old Town Finale
Conclude your tour at The Mayor of Old Town, a craft-beer mecca featuring over 100 taps. The energetic vibe and rotating guest pours make it the ultimate spot for a celebratory last round.
Extensive Selection
Dive into an enormous lineup of local staples, rare imports, and experimental collaborations. Whether you crave a crisp pilsner or a funky wild ale, you’ll find it here.
Late-Night Bites
Still craving a snack? Pair your final pint at Ace Gillett’s with hearty bar eats like The Pork Belly, Devil's on Horsetooth, or Dynamite Tots. It’s the perfect ending to an unforgettable Fort Collins beer odyssey.