Fort William is an extremely popular holiday destination for indoor, outdoor and family activities. There are many interesting things to see and enjoy whilst you are staying at the Distillery Guest House, the examples below being just a few to whet your appetite.

Indoor Activities

The Legend of the Dew of Ben Nevis

The Dew of Ben Nevis is a distinctive blend of choice whiskies from all over Scotland. You are able to take a tour around the factory and see how whisky is made!

Fired Art

Pottery painting and gallery in Fort William town centre

Treasures of the Earth

A stunning crystal gemstone and fossil exhibition. Set in amid simulated cavern scenes. Open all year. Also features a excellent high quality gift shop. Tel. 01397 772283

Outdoor Activities

Ben Nevis

Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, overlooks Fort William, and can be reached via the beautiful Glen Nevis, where there are attractive walks and also an interesting visitor centre

Nevis Range

For those of you who enjoy the outdoors, why not take a ride on the Nevis Range Gondola, which is an exciting trip up Aonach Mor. You can also enjoy skiing, snowboarding, walking and biking!

Vertical Descents

If you enjoy activities such as funyakking, canyoning and white water rafting, Vertical Descents is for you! They even offer the popular sport paintballing which is great fun.

Raceway Karting Centre

For Go Karting fun, one mile from the town centre.

Fishing

This is available in a number of places in the area. For more information visit the Rod and Gun shop in Fort William.

Bike Hire

This is available from a number of places including Off Beat Bikes in Fort William High Street.

Family Activities

Nevis Centre

Tthe Nevis Centre sports all kinds of family entertainment including bowling and regular advertised functions.

"The Jacobite" Steam Train

Take a ride on the Jacobite Steam Train and enjoy the beautiful scenic route over the Glenfinnan Viaduct to Mallaig. This train route was made famous in the Harry Potter Films.

Cruises

The whole family will enjoy a cruise along Loch Linnhe on the "Soutar's Lass". Excellent for Wildlife spotting! If you fancy a cruise a bit further afield take a Loch Sheil Cruise from Glenfinnan and Acharacle where you can enjoy beautiful scenery and bird watching.

Places to Visit

For those interested in castles, at the turnoff to the A830 Road to the Isles there are the ruins of old Inverlochy Castle, which played a part in the Civil War of 1642.