Top Tourist Attractions in Fort William

Best Things To Do in Fort William, United Kingdom

Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For many visitors, it happens at Fort William.

Fort William may not be as popular as other cities in United Kingdom, but don’t let that fool you. Fort William is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination.

You can definitely plan a few hours of a side trip here while traveling to Isle Of Skye or Dunvegan. You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Fort William.

If you have plans to visit United Kingdom and are not sure if Fort William should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Fort William and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.

Tourist Attractions in Fort William

Here is the list of things to do in Fort William and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Ben Nevis

    4.7 (140 Votes)
    Ben Nevis

    Address: Ben Nevis, Fort William PH33 6SY, UK

    Standing at a height of 4411 feet above the mean seal level, the Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in British Isles and one of the top tourist attractions in the region. The name “nevis” comes form the Gaelic word “nibheis” which translates multiple meanings including “venomous”- indicating just how hard the c...Read more

  2. Steall Waterfall

    4.9 (22 Votes)
    Steall Waterfall

    Address: Old Military Rd, Fort William PH33 6SY, UK

    A small walk to the Nevis gorge and you have a sea of wildflowers, a luscious view of the mountains, rocky pathways that seem almost untouched and views of the river Nevis welcoming you to explore the trail that leads up to the Steall Waterfall- the second highest waterfall in Scotland that stands at a height of 390 feet. The entire area of the ...Read more

  3. Nevis Range

    Nevis Range

    Cable Car, Nature, Skiing

    Address: Torlundy, Fort William, Inverness Shire, PH33 6SQ

    The only mountain in UK to have a Gondola ride, Nevis range is where nature and fun intertwine. The ride takes you to Aonach Mor which is the eighth highest mountain in Scotland and has now become a recreational spot for families. The place offers skiing, slides, mountain biking, a fun tree adventure play area and pathways for hikers to explore ...Read more

  4. West Highland Museum

    4.7 (12 Votes)
    West Highland Museum

    History Museum

    Address: Cameron Square, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6AJ

    Founded in 1922 by Victor Hodgson and his group, the museum acquired the historic building in 1926 after a series of temporary exhibits. Today, it is the oldest museum in Scottish Highlands and showcases rare cultural and historical exhibits including a vast collection of the Jacobites and Victoriana along with exhibits that depict the wildlife ...Read more

  5. Jacobite Steam Train

    Jacobite Steam Train

    Train Ride

    Address: West Coast Railways, Jesson Way, Crag Bank, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9UR.

    Known for its appearance in the famous Harry Potter films as the school train, the Jacobite Steam Train has become both a cultural and a historical attraction. The Jacobite Steam Train is a tourist train that gives you a short tour along the West Highland Railway Line from Fort William to Mallaig and back. The route takes you on the Glenfinnan V...Read more

  6. Neptune's Staircase

    4.4 (26 Votes)
    Neptune's Staircase

    Historical Site

    Address: Fort William PH33 7NG, UK

    Built by Thomas Telford in the early 19th century, Neptune’s Staircase forms 8 locks on the Caledonian Canal. The system was originally operated manually and is currently powered hydraulically. Today, this is the longest staircase lock in Britain with every lock being 180 feet by 40 feet that can lift boats by 64 feet! For its length, a bo...Read more

  7. Old Inverlochy Castle

    4.1 (34 Votes)
    Old Inverlochy Castle

    Ancient Ruin, Castle, Historical Site

    Address: Mile away from the centre of Fort William, A82 road, Fort William PH33 6TF, UK

    A haunting yet charming ruin from the 13th century, the Old Inverlochy Castle is one of the least retouched places in Scotland. The castle was built by John "the Black" Comyn- the Lord of Badenoch and Lochaber and has seen two battles. It is believed that the castle stands on the grounds of a Pictish settlement which was destroyed by the Vikings...Read more

  8. Treasures Of The Earth

    4.2 (1 Vote)
    Treasures Of The Earth

    Museum

    Address: Corpach, Fort William, Inverness-Shire PH33 7JL, United Kingdom

    Treasures of the Earth is a museum and store where you can find some of the most beautiful, surreal collection of minerals, gemstones and fossils. From agate geodes to amethyst, mica, labradorite, lapis lazuli, aquamarines, turquoise, fluorite, malachite, calcite, azurite, garnets, rubies, fire opals, amber, emeralds and diamonds-if you love pre...Read more

  9. Fort William Visit Scotland Icentre

    4.5 (1 Vote)
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    Address: 15, High Street, Fort William, PH33 6DH

    If you confused about which places to explore first when you reach Fort William or simply want handy brochures and tourist information, the Fort William Visit Scotland iCentre is a good place to start. The place will also help you with nearby accommodation (they have a variety of suggestion with registered hotels, BnBs and even campsites) and al...Read more