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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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Welsh Highland Heritage Railway

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Steam Railway

PORTHMADOG

The WHHR is a small, friendly railway where the train ride is just part of the experience. Free guided tours at the heritage centre. Vintage train.
The Woodworks Garden Centre & Cafe

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Garden Centre

Mold

Our beautiful outdoor plant area features an abundance of hardy plants including perennials, a full range of ornamental and fruit trees, as well as soft fruit, shrubs, hedging and roses.
Beaumaris Castle

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Castle / Fort

BEAUMARIS

Beaumaris Castle was commissioned by Edward 1st during his conquest of Wales in the 13th century.
The Great Orme

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Free Entry

LLANDUDNO

The name Great Orme, derives from an Old Norse word meaning ‘sea serpent’. The Orme is home to around 200 Kashmiri goats, who have roamed the headland since the 19th century. Kendrick’s cave on the Orme was a site of extraordinary archaeology finds,…
Benllech Beach

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Beach

Benllech

Very popular during the summer months, Benllech beach provides all you’ll need for a great family day out. Close to the town, it has all the facilities you’ll need including shops and cafes. The Blue Flag beach is popular with swimmers and water…
Tŵr Mawr - Ynys Llanddwyn Island

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Lighthouse

BODORGAN

Built in the early 1800's, Twr Mawr was modelled on the windmills of Anglesey. It marks the Western entrance to the Menai Strait, and is situated on a small tidal island named Ynys Llanddwyn just off the West Coast of Anglesey.
The name…
Dolbadarn Castle

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Castle / Fort

Llanberis

Dolbadarn Castle is one of the castles of the Welsh Princes and can be found on a mound above Llyn Padarn. It is believed that the castle was built by Llywelyn ap Iorwerth in the thirteenth century and is considered to be one of the ancient defences…
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,…
Caernarfon Town Walls & Porth Mawr Tower

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Historic Site

CAERNARFON

Don’t overlook Caernarfon’s medieval town walls. Visitors flock here, of course, to see the world-famous fortress. But Caernarfon’s story is not complete without including a chapter on its ring of ancient walls. They were an essential part of King…
Cemaes Bay

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Beach

Cemaes

A family favourite beach, Cemaes Bay or Traeth Mawr is a sandy beach located on the northern coast of the island.
South Stack

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Lighthouse

HOLYHEAD

South Stack is one of Anglesey’s must-see landscapes. Situated on Holy Island, it is Anglesey’s most westerly point, 3 miles to the west of Holyhead. The lighthouse was built in 1809 to mark the tiny island and is reached by a descent of 400 steps…
Fairbourne Beach

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Beach

FAIRBOURNE

Fairbourne is a long, sandy beach located on the west coast of Snowdonia.
Cors Dyfi Nature Reserve

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Nature Reserve

Machynlleth

The Welsh Beaver Project has been investigating the feasibility of bringing wild beavers back to Wales since 2005. This work is being led by North Wales Wildlife Trust on behalf of all five Wildlife Trusts in Wales as part of our Living Landscapes…
Walking Food Tours Uk

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Guided Tours

Wrexham

Most people know that Wrexham has a rich industrial heritage, a thriving arts scene, and a passion for football...but did you know that it has a fantastic food and drink scene which is continuing to evolve!
Join us as we uncover Wrexham’s hidden…
Ty Mawr Country Park

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Country / Royal Park

Cefn Mawr,

Tŷ Mawr Country Park lies on the banks of the River Dee in the beautiful Vale of Llangollen, part of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area out Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Ellseg's Pillar

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Historic Site

Llangollen

Unpicking the mysteries of this early Christian cross
Erected in the first half of the 9th century in a prominent position on a Bronze Age burial cairn, all that remains of this cross is the rounded lower shaft. The inscription that decorates the…
Criccieth Beach

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Beach

Criccieth

Criccieth is a pebbly beach located on the southern coast on the Llyn Peninsula.
Conwy Town Walls

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Historic Site

CONWY

Walking the walls of a World Heritage Site
Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes spectacular castles at Beaumaris, Harlech and here in Conwy, these town walls are among the finest and most complete in Europe. Stretching almost…
Corris Craft Centre

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Craft Centre

MACHYNLLETH

Corris Craft Centre near Dolgellau in southern Eryri (Snowdonia) is home to a collection of independent craft workshops and experiences. Watch makers at work, try a craft activity yourself, then browse for handmade gifts to take home. Dogs are…
St Collen's Church

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Church / Chapel

LLANGOLLEN

The Church of St Collen was founded in the 6th century and has Medieval hammer beam roofs, from one of the finest roofs in Wales. The church dates back to the 13th Century however much of what stands today was part of the renovation in 1864. The…

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