21 Great Attractions Near Fort William

All aboard the Hogwarts Express! Historic steam train from Fort William over the world famous Glenfinnan viaduct to Mallaig and back. A great idea on a rainy day. Operates seasonally.

Wildlife cruise designed to fit with the Jacobite Steam Train and ScotRail. Spot seals, porpoises, dolphins, whales (including orcas), basking sharks and eagles. April to October.

Skiing in winter, world class mountain biking in summer and Gondola trips up the mountain all year round. Two cafes at bottom and top. Gondolas can take wheelchairs 60cm wide. People come from around the world.

Tour on Loch Linnhe where you can see Seals, Eagles and get an incredible view of Ben Nevis. Seal Island & Ben Nevis tours, evening tours in summer and Rib Adventures.

An absolute gem in the heart of Fort William. Hollywood films on the day they're released in a modern cinema. You can even watch a film in a Lotus.

A dramatic flight of eight locks raising the canal by 19 metres over a quarter mile. Built between 1803 and 1822 by Thomas Telford — an impressive feat of engineering.

One of the most iconic sights in Scotland. Built in the 13th century to guard the lands of Kintail. Used in many films including the James Bond film, The World is Not Enough.

The famous viaduct from the Harry Potter films, crossed on the Jacobite steam train. One of the most photographed attractions near Fort William. Car park gets extremely busy in summer — set off early or take the train from Fort William.

A tribute to those who died fighting for the Jacobite cause in 1745. Impressive structure on the banks of Loch Shiel. Look out over Loch Shiel to see the Location of Hogwarts in Goblet of Fire.

Tackle the course at the base of Ben Nevis with spectacular views, just down the road from Highwinds. Or try the spectacular Traigh Golf Course on the West Coast

Close by in Fort William. The oldest museum in the Highlands, founded in 1922. Exhibits the history and archaeology of the Western Highlands.

Just down the road from Highwinds — handy if you're keen to sample their offerings as you may be able to walk. Founded by John 'Long John' Macdonald in 1825, one of the oldest licensed distilleries in Scotland.

25 metre pool, gym (including brand new strength and conditioning area), squash courts, hydrotherapy pool and fitness classes.

Great food and a good place to buy locally produced goods. Walk back from the carpark to see Old Inverlochy Castle ruins. Soap making workshops available.

The River Lochy, walking distance from Highwinds, offers spectacular salmon fishing and incredible Ben Nevis views. Permits from James Bayne in Callander. Trout and Char permits March 15 - October 6. River Orchy offers migratory fish and brown trout.

Impressive memorial with incredible views of Ben Nevis. The Commandos, on which all modern special forces are modelled, trained in this area during WWII. Based at Achnacarry.

Indoor climbing in a converted church. 70 bouldering problems and 25 top rope/lead walls. Lovely cafe where you can watch the climbers.

Something for the whole family including bowling, softplay, roller skating, table tennis and badminton.

Geology attraction near Fort William.

The Camerons have lived in Lochaber since the 14th century. Museum traces history through 27 generations. Also has WW2 Commando artefacts.