Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 52
Ynys Llanddwyn (54 min) This tidal island features the ruins of St Dwynwen's Church, a lighthouse & views of Snowdonia. GreenWood Family Park (18 min) Family activity centre with tunnels, mazes and trails for kids, plus magic shows and crafts. Snowdon (35 min) Accessed by trail or rail, this soaring mountain features sweeping views, abundant flora & a cafe. Llyn Padarn (15 min) Scenic lake covering 800 acres, with trails & a 2-mi. glacial lake for swimming & sailing. Anglesey Sea Zoo (32 min) A venue showing conservation in action, with a shark pool and live diving displays, plus a cafe. Beaumaris Castle (31 min) Architecturally outstanding 13th-century castle with activities and events programme. National Slate Museum (18 min) Living museum in former Victorian quarry, with original artefacts and educational activities. National Trust - Plas Newydd House and Gardens (27 min) Originating in 1470 and rebuilt in 1793, this waterfront mansion with art & gardens offers tours. Gypsy Wood Park (9 min) Family park where kids can meet animals, explore wetlands, hunt fairies & take the mini railway. Snowdon Mountain Railway (17 min) Panoramic views from this seasonal train ride past waterfalls and a ruined chapel to Snowdon's peak. Caernarfon Castle (13 min) Imposing World Heritage fortress by the river, offering a museum, exhibitions and family tickets. Menai Bridge (21 min) Road crossing with a pedestrian walkway, built by Thomas Telford in 1826 & illuminated at night. Llanberis Lake Railways (19 min) Attraction featuring scenic rides on a narrow-gauge steam train pulled by a vintage engine. Dolbadarn Castle (18 min) Dog-friendly site housing the ruins a 13th-century tower fort, with info boards & countryside views. Llanberis Pass (25 min) Scenic mountain pass & popular rock-climbing area known for its rugged beauty & striking panoramas. |