Longmont

Along the Front Range between Boulder and Loveland, Longmont is a stop-worthy destination for all the reasons visitors love Colorado — great brews and views (including of its namesake Longs Peak), a distinct flavor of local arts and easy access to outdoor adventure.

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A couple walks their bikes through a brick street with brick buildings on both sides. Up above green-leafed trees lead to a blue sky. — Biking in downtown Longmont

Longs Peak's snow-capped views from a green canoe on the rippling blue surface of McIntosh Lake in Longmont — Longs Peak views from McIntosh Lake in Longmont

The green and red BrewHop Trolley makes its way down a grey stretch of road with green farm land in the background and in the hazy distance a snow-capped mountain sits. — BrewHop Trolley brewery tours in Longmont

At dusk, a Ferris wheel and tall ride light up the night sky at the Boulder County Fair. — Boulder County Fair in Longmont

A red gate on the left side of the image welcomes people to the five-layered Tower of Compassion in Kanemoto Park at night. It's surrounded by trees and green grass. — Tower of Compassion in Kanemoto Park

Snow-capped mountain views from Rabbit Mountain Open Space in Longmont — Rabbit Mountain Open Space in Longmont

Guest room with one bed with white bedding, a desk with a green leather chair, a coffee table with food on it and an orange roller board suitcase at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boulder Longmont — Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boulder Longmont

A red barn with a grey silo and a brown wooden house sit in a green-grass field with views of snow-capped mountains in the distance. — Agricultural Heritage Center in Longmont

A sculpture sitting on the snow-covered ground surrounding McIntosh Lake. There's a tree covered in snow on the right and in the cloud-covered sky there's mountain peaks in the distance. — Winter at McIntosh Lake

Collision Brewery Comapny sits on the left with with mountain views to the right. The sun is setting and the clouds in the sky are orange and yellow above the icy parking lot. — Breweries with views in Longmont

A calm lake reflects green-leafed trees, a pedestrian bridge and pathways at Loomiller Park in Longmont. In the distance a snow-capped mountain sits beneath a blue sky. — Loomiller Park in Longmont

A family poses with an old apple picking truck that has large white YA YA letters. In the background a wooden building sits in a grove of trees. — YA YA Farm & Orchard

A bartender in a blue shirt holds up a glass of liquid at the copper bar at Abbott & Wallace Distilling in Longmont — Abbott & Wallace Distilling in Longmont

Downtown Longmont is the heart of the city. Main Street is bustling with shops, restaurants, brew pubs and art galleries. Named a Certified Colorado Creative District in 2014, downtown Longmont showcases art galleries, music stores and theaters. Plus, there are dozens of public art pieces, historic buildings and inspiring architecture throughout the district that visitors will enjoy.

The Longmont Museum & Cultural Center features an award-winning permanent exhibit about the history of the region, interactive exhibits, music, dance, a variety of performances in the Stewart Auditorium and Colorado’s largest annual Día de los Muertos celebration.

No matter what season you plan to visit, Longmont is where your next adventure begins. Hike or bike miles of trails in Rabbit Mountain Open Space, kayak or paddleboard Union Reservoir, snowshoe or cross-country ski McIntosh Lake or Golden Ponds, perfect your golf swing at one of three scenic courses in town or birdwatch, camp and fish at St. Vrain State Park. Looking for something to really get your heart pumping? Check out Mile-Hi Skydiving Center for a chance to freefall from 18,000 feet above sea level with the Rocky Mountains as your backdrop.

Longmont is home to a vibrant restaurant scene as well. With more than 100 locally owned and regional eateries of all styles and cuisines, visitors will surely have a unique dining experience at a Longmont restaurant. From homestyle favorites to sustainable fresh fare, foodies will want to make Longmont a top destination. And we can’t talk about Longmont’s food scene without mentioning the Longmont Farmers Market. With Longmont’s history of agriculture, this is a fantastic way to enjoy sustainably grown produce, meats and more, and get a chance to chat with local farmers.

Longmont’s agricultural spirit is evident in its popular craft beverage industry. Along with two of Colorado’s largest craft brewers, Left Hand Brewing Company and Oskar Blues Brewery, Longmont is home to nine additional craft breweries, four distilleries and a cidery. Hop on and off the Brewhop Trolley that takes visitors around town each weekend, stopping at each destination once an hour.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing getaway, a Colorado adventure or an important business trip, Longmont’s lodging offers a variety of options to meet your every need, from pricing and amenities to convenience and location.

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