Fort Collins once again named to best-of lists thanks to beer, outdoors and more Holly Engelman, Fort Collins Coloradoan The many breweries of Fort Collins Replay Video And this year — despite being unlike any other — was no exception. The Choice City topped Livability.com's 2020 Top 100 Best Places to Live list. According to Livability.com, "Families with small children, creatives, outdoor enthusiasts and high-tech entrepreneurs all feel at home in Fort Collins ..." The description goes on to highlight Colorado State University, as well as local businesses including Bindle coffee, Horse & Dragon brewery and the Rio. Livability.com on its website says it uses "proprietary research studies," articles, photos, videos and more to develop its city rankings lists.