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Ride a heritage railway, a tram, a cable car, a rack and pinion railway or take a trip on a horse-drawn boat. Going somewhere has never been so much fun. Climb turrets and winding stairs in our castles - don't get dizzy! With attractions in North Wales you'll discover gardens to explore, museums to visit, zoos, aquariums and farm parks to wander and discover.

Our mild (and yes, sometimes wet) climate lends an exotic touch to some of our coastal gardens. Inland they are havens of shelter and wildlife.

Speaking of wildlife, you'll find adventure and farm parks as well as zoos and aquariums here too. Learn about local marine life or venture further and discover animals from across the world. Prefer to see the "wild" in wildlife? Boat trips will help you spot seals, porpoises and dolphins. Bird-lovers will want to train their binoculars on our sea cliffs and open countryside.

Heritage railways are among the highlights of attractions in North Wales. They twist around our hills and valleys and include the longest narrow gauge in Britain as well as a historic line that once brought slate from the quarries to the sea - and the rest of the world. There's another, recently extended line at Llangollen where you'll also find Thomas the Tank Engine.

The classic view of North Wales is from a castle turret. Climb them at Conwy, Caernarfon or Harlech, or wander round others at Rhuddlan, Beaumaris and Flint. Our museums and galleries are among other attractions in North Wales that bring to life local history - great places to spend a rainy day.

Most of the attractions in North Wales’ are open all year round, so no matter when you visit you can be sure of great day out.

Browse our attractions below and start planning your trip to North Wales.

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Powis Castle and Gardens

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Garden

WELSHPOOL

Laid out in the early 18th century the gardens feature the finest remaining examples of Italian terraces in Britain.
Explore richly planted herbaceous borders, enormous yew hedges; lead statuary; an orangery and peaceful woodland.
Powis is…
National Slate Museum Llanberis

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Heritage / Visitor Centre

LLANBERIS

A living working museum housed in the Industrial Victorian Workshops that once serviced and maintained the enormous Dinorwic slate quarry.
The museum is currently CLOSED for an exciting redevelopment and will reopen in the Spring of 2027.
Parc Fferm Llanfair Children's Farm Park

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Farm

HARLECH

An all weather attraction for all ages. Come and see all your favourite animals down on the farm. Taff the pony, various pigs, rabbits, calves, ducks, hens, small pigmy goats and many more birds and animals.
We have indoor and outdoor play…
The Owls Trust

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Zoo, Farm or Aquarium

Llandudno

The Owls Trust, based atBodafon Farm Park, Llandudno, is a small charity doing a big and important job. We have one of the most comprehensive collections of owls on display to the public in the UK.
There are three main strands to our work. Firstly,…
Kinmel Bay Beach (Sandy Cove)

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Beach

Abergele

Kinmel Bay beach, also known as Sandy Cove, is a sandy beach on the North Wales Coast.
Oriel Beth Horrocks Gallery

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Gallery

Caernarfon

Beth Horrocks is a Welsh contemporary landscape artist.
Best known for her uplifting colour palette and unique playful mark making, Beth’s digital vector drawings evoke fond memories and appreciation for the dramatic Welsh landscape. Challenging…
Conwy Castle

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Castle / Fort

CONWY

Conwy Castle built by Edward 1st during his conquest of Wales is according to UNESCO, one of the finest examples of a medieval castle in Europe. The castle was built between 1283 and 1287 and designed by James of St George, the master builder of…
Tir Prince Leisure Park

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Market

Towyn

Prime coastal attraction - Funland(amusement park), Towyn Market, Fun Factory 1 & 2 and Mr. B's(arcades), special events plus UK's premier all-weather Harness Racing hosting top class races - A DAY AND NIGHT OUT FOR EVERYONE!!
Coleg Llandrillo

Conwy, Colwyn Bay

At Llandrillo Menai there are plenty of options, with the widest choice of Full-Time, Part-Time and University courses in North and West Wales.
Great Orme Country Park

Llandudno

Whether your interests lie in history, bird watching and natural history or simply walking or enjoying spectacular views, the Great Orme has something to offer everyone.
Snowdonia 360

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Sub-Attraction

PWLLHELI

The Snowdonia360 guides you along a spectacular 360-mile route through the best things to do in Snowdonia, Anglesey, Llŷn Peninsula, and the North Wales Coast. Experience the breathtaking scenery and explore the best attractions, places to stay, eat…
Talyllyn Railway

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Steam Railway

TYWYN

Historic narrow gauge railway with steam hauled trains in the Snowdonia National Park. Discover our past hauling slate and local goods, and enjoy the views, wildlife and woodland walks. The world's first preserved railway. A great day out come rain…
Gwella Ten Pin Bowling @ Flint Jade Jones Pavilion

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Leisure Complex

FLINT

Jade Jones Pavilion Flint is the home of indoor bowling in Flintshire with an 8-lane Ten Pin Bowling Alley on the ground floor and a 4-lane flat green bowling rink on the first floor.
The Ten Pin Bowling Alley has an adjoining café with a fully…
Pont y Pair Bridge

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Historic Site

BETWS-Y-COED

Pont y Pair Bridge was originally built around 1500, before Thomas Telford built the Conwy suspension bridge, the Pont y Pair Bridge became an important bridge, as people were diverted to cross the river Conwy here. The bridge is still a main…
Benar Beach

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Beach

Dyffryn Ardudwy

Bennar beach is a sandy beach located on the west coast of Snowdonia.
Vale of Rheidol Railway

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Steam Railway

Aberystwyth

View 12 miles of spectacular countryside and changing scenery as the train takes you on a journey into the setting of George Borrow's "Wild Wales."
North Wales Wildlife Trust

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Nature Reserve

Bangor

North Wales Wildlife Trust manages over 750 hectares of land for wildlife across North Wales, including some of the region's top nature reserves and land belonging to other individuals and organisations.
Fairbourne Railway

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Steam Railway

FAIRBOURNE

Narrow Gauge Steam Train journey offers superb views of Cader Idris mountain range and Mawddach Estuary extending two miles between Fairbourne Village and Barmouth Ferry where it connects with a ferry which takes passengers across the Afon Mawddach…
Valle Crucis Abbey

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Abbey / Priory

Llangollen

Valle Crucis was truly Welsh from the moment it was founded in 1201 by Prince Madog ap Gruffydd and the ‘white monks’ of the Cistercian order.
Its Latin name (Valley of the Cross) refers to the nearby ninth-century Pillar of Eliseg, erected for the…
Porth Ceiriad

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Beach

Abersoch

Porth Ceiriad is a sandy beach located on the southern coast of the Llyn Peninsula.

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