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Visit Scotland once and you wouldn’t want to pack your bags. With so much to do and see in Fort William, Backpacking is such a rich and delightful experience.
Through this Fort William blog, I will share with you some of the most interesting things to do in Fort William.
In my opinion, 3 days in Fort William is good time to see the best that city has to offer. But if you can spare couple of days more that’s even better, you can take the sights more slowly. Let me share with you the best things to do in Fort William and tips to make the most out of your trip.
1. Great Glen Way
Be a responsible traveler and don’t leave any litter behind.
Quick Facts:
- The regular hiking trail stretches for about 125 km in length.
- Abriachan Forest, 375 m (1,230 ft) is the highest point of the regular hiking trail.
2. West Highland Museum
West Highland Museum is a museum in Fort William documenting in details the region’s cultural history.
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An incredible sight, West Highland Museum scores high in the list of the best things to do in Fort William.
Address: Cameron Square, Fort William PH33 6AJ, United Kingdom
3. Jacobite Train
Quick Facts:
- The highlight of the place includes fantastic views of the highlands.
Address: Fort William PH33 6GD, United Kingdom
4. Ben Nevis Distillery
Quick Facts:
- The whisky distillery was built somewhere around 19th-century.
A natural crowd puller, Ben Nevis Distillery is right up there in the list of best things to do in Fort William.
Address: Lochy Bridge, Fort William PH33 6TJ, United Kingdom
5. Ben Nevis
Hike through this beautiful destination, it will remain with your forever.
Quick Facts:
- The hiking destination is located at an elevation of 1,345m.
7. Inverlochy Castle
Quick Facts:
- The csatle ruins is located near just outside the city.
- The csatle ruins was built somewhere around 13th-century.
Add it to your Fort William trip if you have time.
9. Càrn Mòr Dearg
If you like to be active and explore things on your own, then make some time for Càrn Mòr Dearg.
Encapsulated within its walls are the unforgetable parts of Fort William’s history. Occasionally, you will find information boards giving you details about the place.
Quick Facts:
- The fort is located near the town of Fort William.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Fort William trip.
10. Steall Waterfall
A visit to Steall Waterfall is warranted for every nature lover.
But if you are going there in rainy season, be cautious you might slip. With so much greenery around, being at Steall Waterfall means being one with nature.
Address: Old Military Rd, Fort William PH33 6SY, United Kingdom
11. Saint Andrew’s Church
Located in the heart of Fort William, Saint Andrew’s Church, is another of the city’s architectural masterpieces.
The cemetry is where the famous and powerful people of the Fort William are buried. The inside of the church is adorned with a variety of gorgeous artwork.
Add it to your Fort William trip if you have time.
Address: 6 High St, Fort William PH33 6AS, United Kingdom
12. Commando Memorial
Built in the honor of the battles of world war 2, Commando Memorial is a peaceful memorial.
No wonder, visiting Commando Memorial could be quite an emotional experience. Every year ceremonies honoring the Armed Forces are held at this monument and plaza.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things Commando Memorial features include a bronze statue of brave commandos from WW2.
- It is constructed mainly using Bronze sculpture.
- This 5.18 m tall structure is certainly magnificent to look at.
Address: Spean Bridge PH34 4EG, United Kingdom
Thanks for reading this travel blog, hope now you know plenty of must see places in Fort William. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Fort William for everyone.
And if you plan it well, these popular tourist attractions in Fort William can be easily covered in a short itinerary. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Fort William, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.