Caernarfon

The wonderful medieval town of Caernarfon is considered one of the most authentic Welsh towns in North Wales, with a thriving Welsh speaking population. The town is completely encircled with a medieval town wall which was built as a part of the massive monolithic castle which overshadows the town. You can find a host of fantastic pubs here, including the smallest pub in Wales.

 

Conwy

Conwy is also a Welsh seaside castle town which sits on the mouth of the Conwy estuary as it pours out into the Irish sea. Conwy is a proud town with a very pretty quay which hosts the visitors to the town as they snack on fish and chips as well as sip on a freshly pulled pint from the local pub. The castle and its encircling walls was built by the English King Edward II as part of his conquest of Wales, however the town now has the Welsh dragon flying high above its walls.

 

Betws-y-Coed

This town is a fantastic Victorian village which was known formerly as the gateway to snowdonia and was an important trade route town into the further inland reaches of wales. Betws-y-coed was a famous stop off to those who were travelling into the glorious mountains. Today the town is a fantastic tourist hotspot, thanks to the wonderful scenery including the rapids and waterfall that flows underneath the village’s iconic bridge. It’s no wonder many people stay in holiday parks Snowdonia – It’s a great place to enjoy from the vista of the gorgeous rocks on the riverside. We recommend getting a portion of fish and chips and going for a nice sit down on the town green. You can also visit the miniature railway which takes you up and down the train tracks on an adventure.

 

Llandudno

This Victorian seaside resort is an iconic one at that. The outstanding white-hotel clad seafront is an absolutely fantastic place to take a stroll along the promenade, especially on a hot sunny day with an ice-cream in hand. You can also have a hike, drive, cable car or tram up to the Great Orme summit which is a fantastic place to view.

 

Bangor

Bangor is a true North Wales city, overlooked only by the mountains of Snowdonia and being located on the shores of the Menai Strait which separates the isle of Anglesey from mainland Britannia. Bangor hosts a university which is full to the brim with young, happening creative students who are all too keen to bring a splash of life to this traditional area. Bangor also has a wonderful pier, although not as long as Llandudno pier, it is a handsome Victorian structure which is an important part of the town’s heritage. Therefore, you should definitely check it out.


Bala

Bala is a wonderful lakeside town with a rich history of being besides this famous Welsh lake. Bala is the go to area if you fancy some watersports, or even just some rest and relaxation as it has a gigantic park on the shores of the lake which is a famous spot for a picnic or a relaxing day out while staying at ‌caravan sites bala. Bala itself has many lovely shops and cafes which means it’s the perfect place to visit.