Things to Do in Fort William in 2024

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Fort William Attractions

They say that good things come in small packages, and this alluring city is no exception to the rule. From top tourist attractions to exciting excursions, there are tons of things to do in Fort William.

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Most popular activities in Fort William

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Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

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Adventure & outdoor

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Private Full-Day Tour to the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness

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Water activities

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Fort William: Seal Spotting Loch Linnhe Cruise

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Recommended things to do in Fort William

Number of things to do	31
Things to do from	$11
Cheapest thing to do	Private Walking Tour in Fort William Town Centre
Top 5 things to do	Fort William: Seal Spotting Loch Linnhe Cruise Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla Private 3-Day Tour to the Highlands, Islands and the West Coast Private Trek to the Summit of Ben Nevis with a Licensed Guide Jacobite Train (1st Class) & Private Cruise of Loch Nevis + Lunch
Under $25	Private Walking Tour in Fort William Town Centre
With kids	Fort William: Seal Spotting Loch Linnhe Cruise Heritage and Culture of Kolkata Private Tour Ben Nevis Open Group Walks Loch Linnhe Rib Adventures in Aurora Evening Cruise in Scotland

What to do in Fort William

Free Things to Do in Fort William

Sightseeing on a lean budget in Fort William? Spend time, not cash, on fabulous experiences.

West Highland Museum - Old or young, this place will rouse your imagination and capture your attention.

Neptune's Staircase - There's something peaceful about being close to the water, so stay a while here.

Commando Monument - Widely known among the locals, this place is worth dropping by.

Ben Nevis - Take your camera and let Mother Nature spark a sense of wonder in you.

Things to Do in Fort William with Kids

There are plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and near Fort William. Keep the crew entertained with our family friendly experiences.

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What can you do in Fort William for free?

Your time away in Fort William needn’t cost a bundle with free things like these to discover:

Ben Nevis
Neptune’s Staircase
Inverlochy Castle
Steall Waterfall

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Ben Nevis

4.5/5(50 reviews)

Brave the conditions and climb to the summit of this mountain to see the ruins of an observatory from the 19th century.

Inverlochy Castle

4.5/5(36 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Fort William with a visit to Inverlochy Castle. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Neptune's Staircase

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Bring the kids to watch these canal locks at work and marvel at the machinery dating back to the 19th century.

Steall Waterfall

5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Steall Waterfall during your travels in Fort William. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Nevis Range Mountain Experience

4.5/5(22 reviews)

You can take time to visit Nevis Range Mountain Experience during your travels to Fort William. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Ben Nevis Distillery

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ben Nevis Distillery during your travels to Fort William. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

West Highland Way

You can take time to visit West Highland Way during your travels to Fort William. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Great Glen Way

You can take time to visit Great Glen Way during your travels to Fort William. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Pixel Spirits Distillery

You can take time to visit Pixel Spirits Distillery during your travels to Fort William. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Fort William City Centre

5/5(15 area reviews)

Travelers come to Fort William City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Great Glen Way and West Highland Museum while you're in town.