Fort William Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Philipsburg Courthouse
Philipsburg Courthouse 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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.
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.
Activities
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch
Our pick of the best Fort William Hotel Deals
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
Pool beautiful. Beach beautiful. Room clean. Staff…some rude; some not. The girl from holland and the beautiful dark skinned woman at the concierge were amazing.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
The spa was very clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful, massage was very good.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Staff were friendly but not exceedingly helpful. Someone could have taken 2 minutes to show us to our room. Instead we struggled to find the place in the rain. Also, when we entered the room we noticed a message that they would fumigate room next day and we climbed to have that done. The property ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Beautiful room, helpful and pleasant staff. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
Great place, super clean and very modern. Beach was located just across the street. We rented a car, there was ample free parking. The location was fantastic. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
Looking forward to my next trip back
Reviewed on 12 Mar 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 Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit 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 Great Bay Beach.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Guana Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
