Caernarfon tourist information
Famed for its splendid and imposing castle, the Royal town of Caernarfon is a busy port popular with visitors.
The castle is situated in an ideal defensive position at the mouth of the River Seiont overlooking the Menai strait and Isle of Anglesey. This impressive fortress dominates the town, and built by Edward I of England in the 13th century as his Royal seat, it was designed to show his power of the Welsh. Just out of town is another historic site, Segontium Roman Fort dating from 77AD.
Caernarfon itself is a bustling and attractive market town, with historic buildings in characterful streets winding round the ancient city walls, and lovely walks alongside the river and marina. With plenty of amenities it is ideal as a base to explore the attractions of North Wales and Snowdonia National Park.
One of the best ways to enjoy the scenery is by steam train. The Welsh Highland Railway travels south from Caernarfon to Porthmadog, offering a leisurely trip through the unspoilt countryside of Snowdonia.
Inigo Jones Slateworks Tudor Slate Works, Y Groeslon, Caernarfon LL54 7UE
Welsh slate craft and workshop tours. Inigo Jones Slateworks information
Caernarfon Castle, Caernarfon LL55 2AY
Fantastically impressive 13th century coastal fortress. Caernarfon Castle information
Segontium Roman Fort Llanberis Road, Caernarfon LL55 2AY
Remains of an ancient fort dating from the first century AD. Segontium Roman Fort information
GreenWood Forest Park Y Felinheli, Bangor LL56 4QN
Outdoor adventure and activities for children. GreenWood Forest Park information
The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways, Caernarfon
Snowdonia north to Caernarfon, or east to Blaenau Ffestiniog. The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways information
Hotels
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Bontnewydd Caernarfon LL54 7YF MAP With free Wi-Fi, this historic 400-year-old country house is set in 15 acres of beautiful grounds. It was once the home of Lord Snowdon and Princess Margaret, and offers 5-star accommodation. Plas Dinas Country House is between the mountains of Snowdonia... More Information and Book ... |
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Bangor Street Caernarfon LL55 1AY MAP With an Art Deco bar and fine restaurant, The Celtic Royal Hotel features a leisure club and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is situated in Caernarfon centre, just a 10-minute walk from Caernarfon Harbour. The bright and airy bedrooms each have a cosy seating area... More Information and Book ... |
Y Beuno 4*
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Clynnog Fawr Caernarfon LL54 5PB MAP Rich in original character and traditional charm, this beautifully preserved Grade II listed building offers good food, local welsh ales, 4-star guest accommodation and views over Caernarfon Bay. Y Beuno was reopened in 2007 after extensive refurbishment... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Northgate Street, Stryd Pedwar A Chwech, Snowdonia Caernarfon LL55 1RW MAP The Black Boy is a 16th-century inn within Caernarfon's historic town walls. It has good Real Ales, hearty meals, and is an easy walk from the town centre and 13th-century castle. The Black Boy Inn dates back to 1522 and is one of the oldest inns in Nort... More Information and Book ... |
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Llanrug, Caernafon, Llanrug Caernarfon LL55 2AQ MAP Situated on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Seiont Manor offers spacious bedrooms with scenic views. Surrounded by 150 acres of farmland, the hotel features a modern restaurant and fitness centre. All rooms feature an en suite bathroom and a private... More Information and Book ... |
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4 Church Street Caernarfon LL5 5SW MAP Within Caernarfon’s ancient medieval town walls, this friendly guest house is within 200 metres of the Castle, the Menai Straits, the Marina and the Galeri Theatre. Tegfan Guest House offers rooms with central heating, digital TV, DVD players, tea/coff... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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White Tower Caravan Park, Saron Llandwrog near Caernarfon LL54 5UH MAP Just 1½ miles from a sandy pebble backed beach in a great location for family summer holidays and year round breaks this well appointed property enjoys its own hot tub and shared use of a heated outdoor swimming pool (mid May to mid September). Set i ... Sleeps 6... More Information and Book ... |
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Pen Y Bythod Llandwrog near Caernarfon LL54 5TN MAP Enjoying its own private hot tub and delightful panoramic views over meadowland and hills this comfortable and spacious property makes an ideal base from which to explore the glorious surroundings of the Snowdonia National Park. Set near the owner's h ...Sleeps 6... More Information and Book ... |
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Pontllyfni near Caernarfon LL54 5EU MAP Commanding glorious views of the coast Snowdonia and Anglesey this spacious and very comfortable Victorian country gentleman's residence enjoys a perfect location from which to explore North Wales. Adjoining the owners' home it boasts its own love Sleeps 9... More Information and Book ... |
After seeing the town and Caernarfon Castle, take short or long day trips cross to Anglesey or into Snowdonia and enjoy the fantastic mountain scenery and lakes.
Towns Near Caernarfon To Visit - straight line distance:
Llanberis Tourist Information (6.34 miles) Llanfairpwll Tourist Information (6.49 miles) Menai Bridge Tourist Information (7.54 miles) Llangefni Tourist Information (8.22 miles)
Caernarfon Tourist Information Centre
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Oriel Pendeitsh
Castle Street
Caernarfon
LL55 1ES
Tel: 01286 672232
Email: caernarfon.tic@gwynedd.gov.uk
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