Bangor
A small but lively University town traced back to the 6th Century. Art and local artefacts are on display at Storiel with a good shopping scene and Wales’ longest High Street (reputedly). The pier stretching out into the Menai Strait is a great place to treat yourself to tea and scones or an ice cream.
Beaumaris
A delightful seaside town with a mix of medieval. Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture. Meander through the town’s charming streets and pastel painted picturesque cottages until you reach Beaumaris castle, a United Nations World Heritage site. With lively cafés, pubs and restaurants there is something for everyone.
Betws-y-Coed
This quaint village in the Snowdonia National Park is surrounded by the Gwydyr Forest. Breath the fresh mountain air, walk the many trails, browse the independent craft, clothing and gift shop. Afterwards finish up in one of the diverse cafés, bistros, restaurants or pubs.
Bodnant Gardens
This is a great day out for all garden lovers. Situated above the River Conwy and looking across the valley towards the Snowdonia range this world famous garden is home to many national collections and champion trees, sweeping lawns, grand terraces and intimate corners.
Caernarfon
Caernarfon is a royal town and port in Gwynedd, Wales, home to the most famous castle and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The towns narrow streets and stylish redevelopment of the waterfront also merit a visit.
Conwy Castle
One of Llandudno’s most impressive and well preserved medieval castles containing the most intact set of medieval royal apartments in Wales. Explore the bow shaped great hall, kitchen, royal chamber and chapel to give you a taste of life back in the 14th Century
Great Orme
This large limestone headland rises 679ft straight out of the sea. Named by the Vikings it means ‘sea monster’. Jump on the cable car or Great Orme tram and you will soon be at the top to explore the geology, archaeology and wildlife.
Llandudno
A Victorian seaside jewel attracting crowds of beach gowers during the summer months. Peruse Victorian-era Pier, relax at the Botanical Gardens, ride the cable car or take the tram to the Great Orme or watch a show at Venue Cymru.
Prestatyn
One of the most famous seaside resorts since 1848. Bosting a magnificent promenade with three separate beaches with four miles of golden sand. The town is nestled between the sea and the ancient woodland of Prestatyn Hillside.
Snowdonia National Park
Snowdonia, is concentrated around the mountains and glacial landforms of the massive Snowdonia National Park. The Snowdon Mountain Railway climbs to the summit of Wales’s highest mountain, Mount Snowdon, offering you views across the sea to Ireland. The park is also home to an extensive network of trails, lakes and craggy peaks like Cader Idris […]
