Fort William Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Great Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Philipsburg Boardwalk
Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Fort Amsterdam
This former Dutch military base is known for its colony of pelicans and stunning views across historic Philipsburg and the Caribbean Sea.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Learn about St. Maarten’s past, from its earliest inhabitants to colonisation, and the natural history of the island.
Front Street District
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Front Street District during your visit to Philipsburg.
Guana Bay Beach
Come to surf or swim in the waters of this picturesque bay away from the crowds of St. Maarten’s busier beaches.
Top hotels in Fort William
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The Staff Nyell checked me in 10/10 experience! I love the waitress Keisha by the pool area she was so kind! The hotel was Very beautiful just wish they would clean the rooms
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
A wonderful experience met some cool people while I was there so much so that we kept in touch. I will be visiting soon
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Staff were attentive and night agent was particularly helpful with my early morning check out. Britt Cafe was useful for the few items I needed for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
This was our first visiting to St. Martin. We stayed over in Simpson Bay the first week and at Oyster Bay the last 4 days of our trip. You will need a car, it's in a very remote area on the East Coast (Atlantic side). The Seaweed is an issue, the smell was aweful and not really able to enjoy the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sonesta Ocean Point All Inclusive, Adults Only Resort
The room was clean and well maintained. Some staff was friendly others no so much. So didn’t speak unless spoken to and even then barely spoke. The view was amazing.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
This was the trip of trips for us, and it wouldn’t have been nearly as enjoyable and relaxing without the incredible, sweet, accommodating staff. A+ on every level.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort William
Belair
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belair and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Museum of Sint Maarten are top sights worth seeing.
Indigo Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indigo Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Indigo Beach.
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Vineyard
While Vineyard may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of St. Maarten and Museum of Sint Maarten.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Sint Maarten and Port of St. Maarten are some notable places to visit nearby.
