Visitor Attractions in Fort William and Lochaber

In summer, take a trip on Britain's only mountain gondola. Taking you effortlessly 2150ft up Aonach Mor, the journey allows you to experience the magic of some of the world's most ancient and beautiful landscape, including spectacular views of the Great Glen and Ben Nevis.

In Winter, Nevis Range is a wonderland for snowsport enthusiasts and sightseers alike.Whether you are looking to relax in the tranquil setting and absorb the stunning highland scenery or take part in one of our action packed activities, we have something to suit everyone here at Nevis Range.

The Ice Factor is the home to the largest indoor ice climbing wall in the world. We also have indoor rock climbing, a high ropes course, sauna and steam room, cafe, bar and a well stocked gear shop. independent climbers can come along and sign in or instruction can be arranged at all levels. We go outdoors to! We provide year round outdoor instruction and guiding for walkers, scramblers and climbers.

Inverlochy Castle is one of the few castles in Scotland to have survived the Wars of Independence. It was built by the Comyns around 1280, but they supported John Balliol's claim to the Scottish throne and after his defeat by Robert Bruce the castle was granted to the MacDonalds.

The Castle is maintained by Historic Scotland and can be reached by a signed turning off the A82 two miles out of Fort William towards Inverness. Although approached through a light industrial estate, the castle enjoys a fine location on the banks of the River Lochy. Free admission.

Opened in 1994, in a new building alongside Mallaig railway station, the Heritage Centre houses a range of displays and exhibits telling the story of the districts of Knoydart, Morar and Arisaig. Known in the Gaelic language as "An Garbh Chriochan" (The Rough Bounds), this area between Loch Hourn and Loch Sunart was, until the beginning of the 20th century, one of the least-visited areas of the British mainland, most of the settlements in the area being accessible only by sea or by an arduous trek through the glens. It is hardly surprising that this region is where the Jacobite claimant to the throne, Prince Charles Edward Stuart, took refuge after defeat at Culloden in 1746.

Spectacularly located monument commemorating the Jacobite Uprising of 1745. Glenfinnan is the place where Bonnie Prince Charlie first raised his standard to begin gathering an army from the clans, following his clandestine landing at Moidart.

The monument is well worth visiting for its location at the head of Loch Shiel alone. The nearby visitor centre tells the story of the rebellion from Glenfinnan to its eventual final, disastrous defeat at Culloden. Managed by the National Trust for Scotland.