Tourist Information and Hotels in North Wales
To the West lies Snowdonia, a magnet for climbers and walkers and on the Llyn Peninsula you will find some of the best sailing and surfing beaches in North Wales.
The Isle of Anglesey is surrounded by 125 miles of coastline and a host of historical sites whilst the North Wales Borderlands is dominated by the spectacular Clwydian hills and interesting market towns on Chester's doorstep.
For families the Coastal Resorts, Prestatyn and Llandudno offer a wide range of exciting and fun filled attractions, plus a wide programme of events and evening entertainment.
North Wales has many family attractions from zoos and farm parks to steam trains and leisure centres and events from cultural festivals and agricultural shows to family fun days. North Wales also offers a wide range of activities including walking, cycling, fishing, golf and watersports
Towns and villages featured include Llandudno, Rhyl , Betws y Coed, Beddgelert , Llanberis , Llangollen, Wrexham, Holywell, Beaumaris, Criccieth, Porthmadog, Caernarfon and Holyhead, are all worthy of a visit.
Below is a list of worthwhile things you can do whilst staying in North Wales
Anglesey Sea Zoo - The Anglesey Sea Zoo is Wales largest marine aquarium, nestling on the shores of the Menai Strait. With over 50 species, the Sea Zoo has re-created the habitats of the fauna and flora found around Anglesey and the North Wales coastline.
Chester Zoo - Chester Zoo is a modern 21st Century Zoo with over 7,000 animals in spacious and natural surrounding
Horse Drawn Boat Company - 45 minute horse-drawn trips daily to Pentrefelin Basin, crossing the worlds largest navigable Aqueduct.
King Arthur's Labyrinth - An unforgettable adventure unfolds as you sail along an underground river, through the great waterfall, and deep inside the spectacular caverns of the Labyrinth and far into the past.
Llechwedd Slate Caverns - Winner of every major tourism award. Great day out, wet or fine. Two underground rides. Victorian village. Full range of catering.
SeaQuarium - We have over 30 themed displays with over 50 different species of British marine life, with regular talks, touch pools and feeding demonstrations.
Charter Boat - Fishing Trips, experienced and novices welcome. Sightseeing and Commercial Charter. Individuals or Groups. Hot drinks provided. Fishing Rods & Reels
Loggerheads Country Park - Wonderful woodland walks. Relaxing river paddling. Pefect for picnic spots. Fun discovery trails. Exiciting FREE family events. Guided walks. Interactive visitor centre - open weekends and during half term. Cafe & car park open every day.
Adventure Activity Solutions, Llangollen - Adventure Activity Specialists.
Glasfryn Activity Park & Bowling Centre - Activities for everyone from 3 years up. New - eight lane bowling centre, junior, double and senior karts, quad trekking, archery and coarse fishing. All safety equipment and full instruction provided. Also, on-site farm shop, cafe/diner and ample parking.
Llyn Brenig Reservoir and Visitor Centre - Reservoir set in 920 acres of mooralnd and forest in the heart of the Denbigh Moores
Snowdonia Riding Stables - Riding in magnificient mountain scenery to suit complete beginners or competent riders.
JJ Canoeing and Rafting - Raft down rapids, climb a rock face, descend into cool green crevices is to get really close to nature & the real wild world.
Ropes & Ladders - A high level adventure to remember! Ideal for families, groups or individuals. Circuits of tight rope walks, balance beams, swings, jumps, platforms and an aerial zip line. Conveniently situated in the Padarn Country Park, Llanberis.
The Alwen Trail - The Alwen Walking Trail, a new easy-to-follow route around the Alwen Reservoir, near Cerrigydrudion on the border of Conwy & Denbighshire The way-marked circular trail follows forestry tracks and paths along the water's edge and up onto the moorland at Mynydd Hiraethog (Denbigh Moors). Links have also been created to the nearby Brenig Trail, providing over 20 miles of continuous walking & cycling.
Gardens
Bodnant Garden - One of the most beautiful gardens in the UK, spanning some 80 acres situated above the River Conwy with views of Snowdonia.
Ness Gardens - Botanic and pleasure gardens, plus educational features.
GOLF
North Wales Golf Club - Championship Course - 18 hole, 6287 yds, par 71, SSS 71, Links.
Penmaenmawr Golf Club - 9 hole (18 tees), 5350 yds, par 67, SSS 66, Parkland.
Plassey Oaks Golf Complex - Improve, learn & enjoy your golf at Plassey Oaks Golf Complex. Picturesque 9-hole main golf course, driving range, golf lessons from resident professional, pitch and putt course.
Holyhead Golf Club
Rhuddlan Golf Club - Championship Course - 18 hole, 6482 yds, par 71, SSS 71, Parkland.
Silver Birch Golf Course - 2 x 9 hole, 2 x 1600 yds.
Deiniol's Golf Club
CASTLES
Beaumaris Castle - Beaumaris is the most sophisticated example of medieval military architecture in the British Isles.
Caernarfon Castle - Caernarfon Castle is one of the most impressive of the castles built by Edward I and is one of Europe's greatest medieval fortresses.
Conwy Castle - Conwy Castle is a masterpiece of medieval military architecture.
RAILWAYS
Conwy Valley Railway Museum - Enjoyment for all the family and entertainment for all ages.
Ffestiniog Railway - Take a 13½ mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Llanberis Lake Railway - A 40 minute ride on one of the steam hauled Great Little Trains of Wales along the shores of Llyn Padarn. Spectacular views of the mountains.
Llangollen Railway Plc - Operating between Llangollen and Carrog in Denbighshire (7.75 miles long),
Snowdon Mountain Railway - Britain's only public rack and pinion Mountain Railway runs from Llanberis to the summit of Snowdon at 3,560ft the highest mountain in England & Wales
The Welsh Highland Railway - The Welsh Highland Railway is Snowdonia's newest narrow gauge steam railway. Running between Caernarfon and Rhyd Ddu, at the foot of Snowdon