Banavie Travel Guide

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The lower locks of Neptune's Staircase, a series of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal enabling the waterway to negotiate the 20 metre difference in elevation from Loch Lochy to Loch Linnhe. The vast array of boats through here means there is always a good subject for photographers.
The lower locks of Neptune's Staircase, a series of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal enabling the waterway to negotiate the 20 metre difference in elevation from Loch Lochy to Loch Linnhe. The vast array of boats through here means there is always a good subject for photographers.
Now almost 200 years old, Neptunes Staircase is designed to lift or drop boats almost 20 metres in a series of 8 locks taking about 90 mins for the full cycle to take place. It's a small but worthwhile detour whilst travelling through Fort William to see it in operation.
The Scottish canal system is interesting. This series of lochs carries ships from one loch to another.
Neptune\'s Staircase featuring boating, a bridge and sailing
Braeburn Guest House / B&B

Braeburn Guest House / B&B

4 out of 5
Badabrie Fort William Scotland
The price is ฿3,367 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
฿3,367
฿3,367 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Fort William. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Cape Wrath Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Clean room and friendly service. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Braeburn Guest House / B&B
Innisfree Guest House

Innisfree Guest House

3 out of 5
Badabrie Fort William Scotland
The price is ฿3,776 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
฿3,776
฿4,532 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Fort William. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Cape Wrath Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Minimal but beautifully decorated and large room with great view. Continental breakfast included which we greatly appreciated. Easy check in and checkout process. They even thought of earplugs if you need it. One of my stays in Scotland so far. Truly felt like home away from home.

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Innisfree Guest House
Moorings Hotel

Moorings Hotel

4 out of 5
Seanivan, Banavie, Fort William, Fort William SCT
Stay at this hotel in Fort William. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Neptune's Staircase are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (73 reviews)
So disappointing!
For a 4 star hotel this was appalling. During our 3 night stay we didn’t see one member of hotel staff. No reception (self checkin & out) room was dirty I had to clean the toilet when we arrived and the cups but there was no one to tell. Rang reception several times no one picks up. Went down whole ...

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2022

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Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments

Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments

3 out of 5
North Road Fort William Scotland
Stay at this golf apartment in Fort William. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Commando Monument are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments. The apartment was exceptionally clean — the carpets were spotless, and everything felt fresh and well cared for. It genuinely feels homely and cosy, not just like a rental. The décor is tasteful, the pictures on the walls are beautiful, ...

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments
Laggan Bothies

Laggan Bothies

2.5 out of 5
Caledonian Canal, Spean Bridge Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Spean Bridge. Enjoy free parking and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Great Glen Water Park and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway ...
Laggan Bothies
Gorrie's Lair

Gorrie's Lair

3.5 out of 5
Spean Bridge Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Spean Bridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Highland Soaps and Commando Memorial are located ...
Gorrie's Lair
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Ben Nevis showing mountains, forest scenes and tranquil scenes

Ben Nevis

Brave the conditions and climb to the summit of this mountain to see the ruins of an observatory from the 19th century.

Ben Nevis
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Inverlochy Castle

You can learn about the history of Fort William with a trip to Inverlochy Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Inverlochy Castle
Farmhouse ruin in the scottish highlands along the West Highland Way

West Highland Way

You can take time to visit West Highland Way during your travels to Fort William. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

West Highland Way
Took this trip in late November, when days are rainy, gloomy, and short, but the experience was one of a kind. Strolling through the forest I was amazed at how green everything was, all covered in moss and ferns, almost like a fairy tale. I would definitely visit it again any time of the year.

Nevis Range Mountain Experience

You can take time to visit Nevis Range Mountain Experience during your travels to Fort William. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Nevis Range Mountain Experience
One of the best memories I have from Scotland. The 30 mins walk from the nearby car park is worthy. #Green

Steall Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Steall Waterfall during your travels in Fort William. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Steall Waterfall
Neptune\'s Staircase showing boating and a river or creek

Neptune's Staircase

Bring the kids to watch these canal locks at work and marvel at the machinery dating back to the 19th century.

Neptune's Staircase

Things to do

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Private Walking Tour in Fort William Town Centre

฿344
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Walking Tour in Fort William Town Centre
Scottish Highland Day Tour from Glasgow

Scottish Highland Day Tour from Glasgow

฿32,716
per traveller
Scottish Highland Day Tour from Glasgow
Glenfinnan Railway Bridge

Private 3-Day Tour to the Highlands, Islands and the West Coast

฿156,478
per traveller
Private 3-Day Tour to the Highlands, Islands and the West Coast
Guided Ben Nevis walks available throughout the year with qualified Ben Nevis Guides.

Ben Nevis Guided walks

฿16,143
per traveller
Ben Nevis Guided walks
Fairy Pools

Private Isle of Skye tour from Fort William

฿16,912
per adult
Private Isle of Skye tour from Fort William
Ultimate Day tour: Edinburgh, Loch Lomond, Glencoe & Fort William

Ultimate Day tour Edinburgh: Glencoe, Highland Cows, Loch Lomond

฿31,640
per traveller
Ultimate Day tour Edinburgh: Glencoe, Highland Cows, Loch Lomond
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Fort William featuring street scenes

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