Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 48
Beaumaris Castle (27 min) Architecturally outstanding 13th-century castle with activities and events programme. Dolbadarn Castle (14 min) Dog-friendly site housing the ruins a 13th-century tower fort, with info boards & countryside views. Anglesey Sea Zoo (28 min) A venue showing conservation in action, with a shark pool and live diving displays, plus a cafe. Menai Strait (24 min) Channel known for powerful, reversing tidal currents & whirlpools, with 2 bridges & many islands. GreenWood Family Park (12 min) Family activity centre with tunnels, mazes and trails for kids, plus magic shows and crafts. Ynys Llanddwyn (50 min) This tidal island features the ruins of St Dwynwen's Church, a lighthouse & views of Snowdonia. Snowdon (38 min) Accessed by trail or rail, this soaring mountain features sweeping views, abundant flora & a cafe. Llanberis Lake Railways (15 min) Attraction featuring scenic rides on a narrow-gauge steam train pulled by a vintage engine. National Slate Museum (15 min) Living museum in former Victorian quarry, with original artefacts and educational activities. Gypsy Wood Park (4 min) Family park where kids can meet animals, explore wetlands, hunt fairies & take the mini railway. Llyn Padarn (12 min) Scenic lake covering 800 acres, with trails & a 2-mi. glacial lake for swimming & sailing. Menai Bridge (17 min) Road crossing with a pedestrian walkway, built by Thomas Telford in 1826 & illuminated at night. National Trust - Plas Newydd House and Gardens (23 min) Originating in 1470 and rebuilt in 1793, this waterfront mansion with art & gardens offers tours. Caernarfon Castle (7 min) Imposing World Heritage fortress by the river, offering a museum, exhibitions and family tickets. Snowdon Mountain Railway (13 min) Panoramic views from this seasonal train ride past waterfalls and a ruined chapel to Snowdon's peak. |