Fort William Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Great Bay Beach

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.

Great Bay Beach
Philipsburg Boardwalk

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.

Philipsburg Boardwalk
Fort Amsterdam showing military items, building ruins and heritage elements

Fort Amsterdam

This former Dutch military base is known for its colony of pelicans and stunning views across historic Philipsburg and the Caribbean Sea.

Fort Amsterdam
Guana Bay Beach featuring cuddly or friendly animals, a coastal town and a sandy beach

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.

Guana Bay Beach
Museum of Sint Maarten showing interior views and art

Museum of Sint Maarten

Learn about St. Maarten’s past, from its earliest inhabitants to colonisation, and the natural history of the island.

Museum of Sint Maarten
Philipsburg Courthouse

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.

Philipsburg Courthouse

Activities

Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

AU$165
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
Sand Dollar Snorkeling Adventure

Half Day Snorkeling Adventure

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Panoramic view of vibrant St. Martin

Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts

AU$153
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

AU$204
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

AU$113
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
Captain Alan's Three Island Snorkelling & Beach Adventure

CAPTAIN ALAN'S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE

AU$135
per adult
CAPTAIN ALAN'S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE
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Our pick of the best Fort William Hotel Deals

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Rhine Road, Maho Bay, Lowlands
The price is AU$343 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$343
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Lowlands. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,613 reviews)
"Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa

4 out of 5
Billy Folly Road 37, Simpson Bay
The price is AU$189 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$189
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,352 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Clean. Walkable."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten

Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten

4 out of 5
Pelican Key, Simpson Bay, 6 Billy Folly, Simpson Bay
The price is AU$173 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$173
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,242 reviews)
"Our 5 day stay was awesome, it was our anniversary. Our room was decorated as I requested. The staff is very polite and courteous. We had an ocean view villa and it was beautiful. The beach was just steps away and the pool was also so nice. I would definitely recommend it. Can’t wait to go back."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
The Morgan Resort Spa Village

The Morgan Resort Spa Village

4 out of 5
2 Beacon Hill Road, Simpson Bay
The price is AU$517 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$517
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,855 reviews)
"Close to everything"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort

The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort

4 out of 5
Billy Folly Road No. 37A, Simpson Bay
The price is AU$212 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$212
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,248 reviews)
"I have stayed on this property for many years. This property is well maintained, conveniently located, has a very professional, friendly staff and has remained consistent with everything that I previously mentioned. This property is my go to place in Sint Maarten."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort
Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten

4 out of 5
115 Welfare Road, Simpson Bay
The price is AU$199 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$199
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Simpson Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,118 reviews)
"Clean area, usually book here"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm St. Maarten
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Other neighbourhoods around Fort William

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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.

Belair
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Downtown Philipsburg

If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Philipsburg
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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.

Indigo Bay
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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 Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Madame's Estate
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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 Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Vineyard
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Point Blanche

When in Point Blanche, you can plan a visit to Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Point Blanche

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