Fort William is known for its range of outdoor pursuits, mainly thanks to the Nevis Range, where skiing, mountain biking mountaineering and hiking can be found. Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain, is a decent trek for enthusiastic walkers, but the Nevis Range cable car can also take you into the mountains to enjoy the spectacular views. In the town, Treasures of the Earth is a family outing, showcasing a range of gems, crystals and fossils.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Nevis Range, and the beautiful Loch Linnhe, Fort William is one of the larger Highland settlements and has been dubbed the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Glen Nevis offers a multitude of activities for all types; the Nevis Range multi activity centre hosts Skiing, Snowboarding and Mountain Biking, while the famous cable car offers sightseers a chance to enjoy the spectacular landscapes and scenery without the long walk! A Discovery Centre can be found at the top, at Aonach Mor, during the summer, as well as a self-service restaurant. If you would like to stay on your feet, the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre offers information on the area, with hiking and rambling routes depending on your desires. Don’t forget Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, perfect for rock climbing and hiking! Back on lower ground, Fort William is home to the West Highland Museum, with exhibits depicting Highland life during the Jacobite era, and Treasures of the Earth is a geological gem for all the family, hosting a collection of priceless stones, crystals and fossils.