Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 45
National Slate Museum (28 min) Living museum in former Victorian quarry, with original artefacts and educational activities. Caernarfon Castle (24 min) Imposing World Heritage fortress by the river, offering a museum, exhibitions and family tickets. Ynys Llanddwyn (25 min) This tidal island features the ruins of St Dwynwen's Church, a lighthouse & views of Snowdonia. Snowdon Mountain Railway (26 min) Panoramic views from this seasonal train ride past waterfalls and a ruined chapel to Snowdon's peak. Gypsy Wood Park (26 min) Family park where kids can meet animals, explore wetlands, hunt fairies & take the mini railway. Menai Strait (21 min) Channel known for powerful, reversing tidal currents & whirlpools, with 2 bridges & many islands. Llanberis Lake Railways (28 min) Attraction featuring scenic rides on a narrow-gauge steam train pulled by a vintage engine. National Trust - Penrhyn Castle (21 min) National Trust castle with painting collection, restored kitchens and an industrial railway museum. Llyn Padarn (25 min) Scenic lake covering 800 acres, with trails & a 2-mi. glacial lake for swimming & sailing. Menai Bridge (13 min) Road crossing with a pedestrian walkway, built by Thomas Telford in 1826 & illuminated at night. Beaumaris Castle (21 min) Architecturally outstanding 13th-century castle with activities and events programme. Anglesey Sea Zoo (6 min) A venue showing conservation in action, with a shark pool and live diving displays, plus a cafe. Snowdon (58 min) Accessed by trail or rail, this soaring mountain features sweeping views, abundant flora & a cafe. GreenWood Family Park (18 min) Family activity centre with tunnels, mazes and trails for kids, plus magic shows and crafts. National Trust - Plas Newydd House and Gardens (10 min) Originating in 1470 and rebuilt in 1793, this waterfront mansion with art & gardens offers tours. |