Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 41
Aber Falls (32 min) Popular nature-preserve hike through meadow terrain to a waterfall surrounded by rocks & trees. Red Wharf Bay (22 min) Natural area of sand beach amid scrub, rocks & scenic bay views plus lodgings & dining nearby. National Trust - Plas Newydd House and Gardens (13 min) Originating in 1470 and rebuilt in 1793, this waterfront mansion with art & gardens offers tours. Anglesey Sea Zoo (19 min) A venue showing conservation in action, with a shark pool and live diving displays, plus a cafe. Snowdon (54 min) Accessed by trail or rail, this soaring mountain features sweeping views, abundant flora & a cafe. Beaumaris Castle (10 min) Architecturally outstanding 13th-century castle with activities and events programme. Britannia Bridge (7 min) Rebuilt to include a road in the 1970s, this 1800s railway bridge offers views of the Menai Straits. Snowdon Mountain Railway (22 min) Panoramic views from this seasonal train ride past waterfalls and a ruined chapel to Snowdon's peak. National Trust - Penrhyn Castle (17 min) National Trust castle with painting collection, restored kitchens and an industrial railway museum. Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (20 min) 500ft-high zip line for mile-long rides with panoramic views of a slate quarry and local coastline. National Slate Museum (24 min) Living museum in former Victorian quarry, with original artefacts and educational activities. Menai Strait (18 min) Channel known for powerful, reversing tidal currents & whirlpools, with 2 bridges & many islands. GreenWood Family Park (14 min) Family activity centre with tunnels, mazes and trails for kids, plus magic shows and crafts. Caernarfon Castle (20 min) Imposing World Heritage fortress by the river, offering a museum, exhibitions and family tickets. Menai Bridge (5 min) Road crossing with a pedestrian walkway, built by Thomas Telford in 1826 & illuminated at night. |