North Wales has an absolutely amazing coastline that features some of the most picturesque views you’ll ever see, and there are plenty of things to do in the region too. If you’re thinking about travelling to North Wales, here are five places you simply must see when you get there!
1) Snowdonia National Park
This region is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, paragliding and horseback riding. Snowdonia also features an extensive network of trails, so if you’re more interested in walking than driving you can easily walk to points of interest all throughout North Wales without too much difficulty, with the aid of the bus and train network, of course. The park offers sweeping views of Snowdonia’s rolling landscape—which makes it a popular location for photography. If you so desire, you can rent a mountain bike to traverse at your own pace. If you want to stay nearby, consider staying at Hotels Caernarfon.
2) Portmeirion Village
This stunning coastal village sits perched on a cliff overlooking Cardigan Bay and is a quaint, Italianate village built by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. It offers a range of attractions including hotels, shops, a museum and a variety of walks. Portmeirion is also famous for its part in The Prisoner television series starring Patrick McGoohan.
3) Caernarfon Castle
The famous Caernarfon Castle was built between 1283 and 1314 as a royal palace for King Edward I. The castle is a fantastic example of a medieval fortress and a very popular tourist attraction today. As one of Europe’s great medieval castles, Caernarfon is visited by thousands of tourists every year. Stay in a
4) Llandudno Pier
Take a day trip to Llandudno, located along Great Orme’s Bay. Spend time walking along its Victorian promenade and visiting its restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. Walk down by its lovely beaches or stop off in town for a bite to eat for an authentic Welsh experience. The town also hosts annual events like The Llandudno Extravanganza, and firework displays over Great Orme’s Bay every year for Bonfire Night. It’s one of ourfavourite places to visit in North Wales!
5) Betws-y-Coed
Betws-y-Coed is a beautiful village situated at the junction of A5 and A470 roads. It is often referred to as the gateway to Snowdonia. The National Trust runs two of its hotels here, which gives you an opportunity to stay at one of them and enjoy amazing scenic views from your window. If you’re looking for some active fun, then there are plenty of activities such as cycling, bird watching and hiking to keep you busy for hours! For a peaceful experience, you can also visit nearby Llyn Ogwen or Aber Falls where you can soak up stunning views from these waterfalls. Betws-y-Coed is a great place to start exploring all that North Wales has to offer!
