2024 Caernarfon Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Top 10 photogenic spots in north wales

1. Conwy castle. Definitely one of the most unique places I’ve ever visited, Conwy castles many towers offer sweeping views of both the Menai strait and the mountainous Snowdonia national park among rich historical surroundings. 2. Mount Snowdon, or Yr Wydffa. This hike is a light challenge with numerous different trails up to the peak, or alternatively accessible via the snowdonia rail. I’d personally recommend Pen Y Pass for a steady incline with stops along the mountain lakes for breathtaking scenery. 3. Caernarfon. This small but colourful town really comes to life in the summer months, with full beer gardens and visitors rushing to enjoy the huge Caernarfon castle and its independent high streets. I recommend travelling through here on route to a Snowdon hike. 4. The smallest house in Great Britain is on Conwy pier, and has a lovely little story if you venture inside. The house is also a minutes walk from a route to the towns ancient walls, which protected it from enemy attacks many hundreds of years ago and still stand encircling the city today. 5. Beaumaris is a charming and quaint little seaside town on the isle of Anglesey, with its own castle, and some lovely walking trails along the water. 6. Plas Newydd house and gardens is a must-see in the autumn months when it is covered in red vegetation and the surrounding walking trails are full of fallen orange leaves. Take a tour inside this historic property and wander the grounds, which are also a red squirrel hotspot. (The isle of Anglesey is a red squirrel preserve!) 7. Bodnant gardens. Charming botanical gardens set amongst woodland, make a very relaxing half-day out. Purchase some bird feed and you’ll find yourself followed about by friendly ducks. 8. Portmeirion. This ‘model village’ looks like something ripped out of the Amalfi coast! It’s absolutely beautiful and a one of a kind location. Nobody lives permanently in the village so you can revel in its touristy aspects and explore to your hearts content! 9. Puffin island. Although the island itself is an inaccessible nature preserve, it can be viewed from a seaboard safari cruise setting off from Beaumaris. It holds the monastic ruins of Ynys Seiriol and a colony of Atlantic grey seals basking on the rocks. The main season is between April and July when you are likely to see common guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes and of course puffins, as well as porpoise and perhaps even dolphins. 10. Newborough beach and Ynys Llanddwyn. On the isle of Anglesey is a beautifully long stretch of beach flanked by the stunning forest. The beach is leading to a pilgrims path across to the small island. This gets cut off by the tide at certain times of day so be sure to time your walk well at low tides, to enjoy the lighthouses, wild grazing ponies, sand dunes and ruins famous for their connection with Saint Dwynwen, patron saint of lovers. #localguides #historicallandmarks #adventure #hike #nature #100waysoftravel

Crib Goch, Snowdonia’s Funnest Hike

Photos from my trip to Crib Goch in Snowdonia National Park, Wales. The Route up Crib Goch is medium to hard difficulty with a fun and at moments scary walk across the ridges at the top as you make your journey towards Mount Snowdon. Definitely would advise going on a sunny day so you can have dry rocks and clear skies siding you along the way. One the decent down from Mount Snowdon I’d advise taking the route that leads you to the pool shown in the second photo. After a couple hours hike dipping into the pool is the perfect way to recovery as well as make a memory. Ultimately the scenery you see whilst traversing Crib Goch is sensational and coupled with a sense of reward which really adds to any spectacular view. #CribGoch #Snowdon #mountains #wales #Snowdonia

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Three Days of Adventure: Discovering the Magic of Snowdonia!

#naturelovers #goingplaces it's about time to conquer the height of Mount Snowdonia **Day 1:** Arrive in Snowdonia and settle into your accommodation in charming Betws-y-Coed or Llanberis. After a hearty breakfast, head to the Mount Snowdon trailhead. Choose either the scenic Pyg Track or the more leisurely Miner’s Track for your ascent. The breathtaking views along the way culminate at the summit, where you can take in the panoramic vistas before descending. End your day with a delicious dinner in Llanberis, savoring local Welsh cuisine. **Day 2:** Start your day with a visit to the historic Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can explore its impressive towers. Afterward, head to the picturesque village of Beddgelert for lunch and a leisurely stroll along the river. Don’t forget to visit Gelert’s Grave, a touching tribute to the legendary dog. In the evening, enjoy a night of stargazing in Snowdonia, renowned for its dark skies. **Day 3:** Fuel up with breakfast before embarking on adventures like zip-lining at Zip World or a scenic ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway. In the afternoon, visit the unique Italianate village of Portmeirion, where you can explore colorful architecture and beautiful gardens. Wrap up your trip with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, reflecting on your unforgettable experiences in this enchanting region.

Crib Goch: Snowdon the hard way

The are many ways which you can climb Wales’ highest peak of Mount Snowdon and you can even catch the train, however none are more challenging the Crib Goch. This famous traverse takes you away from the Pyg track for a long scramble across 3 ridges, with spectacular views either side. Warning ⚠️ - this is a dangerous route and only should be taken on by those with experience and make sure you check the weather before, conditions are very changeable. #mountains #snowdon #climbing #wales

Nice hiking experience at Pen-Y-Pass

#100WaysOfTravel #localguides 📍Address: Pen-Y-Pass, Snowdonia National Park Had a nice hike at Snowden. I chose the Pyg Track to the 1080 m summit of the Snowden mountain (Yr Widdfa) and the Miners Track back to Pen-Y-Pass. Overall it took around 6 hours. The pictures were taken on the track. Very impressive views. A few tips: 1. Remember to use the very helpful Snowdonia National Park official website. It helped me check the weather, choose the paths, check the bus timetable, and check the locations of cafés or restaurants. 2. Wear proper waterproof hiking boots and jackets. The tracks are very rocky and sometimes wet. It was really foggy and cold at the summit. 3. Bring enough water and food for hiking. Please feel free to comment and ask questions.

Caernarfon Castle

Visited Caernarfon today and it was beautiful!

Most beautiful place in the World. Caernarfon

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Caernarfon, A Destination for Exploration

When visiting Caernarfon you are allowed to decide your own route for the most part whilst respecting land owners. In the hills of Caernarfon lays a secret infinite pool that allows hikers to have a relaxing cold soak after finishing a day trekking the hillside. Further up the mountain range you can find natural pools of water that are a marvel to see and allows for more opportunities to swim especially in the summer and warmer months. When visiting Caernarfon I would recommend bringing a lunch and being stocked up on water however packing light is probably most advantageous. Would definitely recommend and suggest arriving around 12:00. #NantPeris #wales #unitedkingdom #hiking

Caernarfon great for history and art

I recently visited #galeri in #Caernarfon to see an #art exhibition. The show was work by disability arts Cymru. the venue is great with a cinema and theatre Getting There - best by car or bus Attractions - Caernarfon castle Hotels - premier inn Food & Restaurants - y wal Shopping - town centre

castle viewing trip in Wales

super fun group and lovely day out 💓#mountainview #castle

Caernarfon Castle in Wales

Caernarfon Castle is situated on the banks of the River Seiont in Wales. It is known as one the most recognised castle in the middle age, the architectural and historical significance are certainly worth to be learnt by an visit.