11 essentials in North Wales: the best to see and do

Not as well known and visited as Scotland e EnglandI tell you that Wales It contains beautiful places and great attractions for a trip through this region of Britain.

Many years ago, during my first trip to britain, I had the opportunity to visit Cardiff (I almost don't remember).

Since then I have only returned one other time, a couple of summers ago to do a driving route through North Wales.

On this route, above all, I was able to see the historic castles built in the 13th century during the conquest of Wales by the English king Edward I.

But also the landscapes of snowdonia national park, or precious charming medieval towns as Conwy o Dolgellau

And also curious and very interesting holiday towns such as Llandudno o Portmeirion.

Here you have more information about these places of interest to see and visit in Wales, which should not be missing in your route by car in the north of said British region.

What to see on a sightseeing trip to North Wales

In this article you have all the information you need to know to plan your visits during a driving route through North Wales.

As I have mentioned, the main attraction of this region of the British islands They are their imposing medieval castlesAs well as pretty towns and the beautiful natural mountain and coastal landscapes.

For your trip, here you can consult our best Tips for traveling to North Wales. 

Conwy

If there is a place that cannot be missed in your North Wales car trip that is, without a doubt, Conwy.

It is a very picturesque medieval town which extends from an imposing 13th century castle.

 

You will have to walk along its walls but you will also find other interesting corners such as the Plas Mawr House architectural style of the late 16th century.

Or the one that is considered the smallest house in the world that you can see in the port of Conwy on the banks of a river estuary.

• Here you have all the information about The best things to see and do in Conwy. declared town Heritage awarded by the Unesco

Conwy Castle

On your visit to the beautiful town of Conwy You will see that the castle is its central axis.

It is one of the fortifications that the King Edward I of England built in conquered Wales in the second part of the 13th century, a complex declared Heritage awarded by the Unesco.

With two patios and eight towers, you must access its interior and walk along its walls.

And you will also have to climb some of its very slender towers, and if you dare to climb all of them, I can tell you that it will require demanding physical exercise.

Here you have complete information visit Conwy Castle in North Wales

Llanlludno

Very near Conwy there is a holiday village On our trip we were able to see that it is very busy in summer.

Is Llanlludno, a town located next to a beach that shows great charm with its victorian style houses of the 19th century and its vacation hotelss.

It is really worth walking along the large wooden pier, and its history is linked to the figure of Lewis Carroll, author of Alice in Wonderland.

Take note of our tips for visiting Llandudno, the Victorian holiday village from North Wales.

Caernarfon Castle

As I have told you, you North Gale trips going to become a route to see medieval castles, being among the most prominent, in addition to ConwyThat of Caernarfon.

With its location at the mouth of a river. This fortification was built in 1283 and due to its location it was an almost impregnable fortress.

 

The elongated configuration of the Caernarfon Castle It is inspired by the Byzantine castles of the Cruzadas.

During your visit, in addition to touring its walls and climbing its towers, you will also be able to see the curious museum of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers.

• Caernarfon Castle North Wales

Harlech Castle

At the top of a hill not far from the sea is the spectacular site of the harlech castle, contestable fortification built in 1295 by order of the aforementioned King Edward I of England.

Of smaller dimensions than the Conwy and Caernarfon castles, in its history it stood out for its impregnable character thanks to the aforementioned location on a hill.

• All the information to visit the Harlech Castle North Wales

Snowdonia Park

Your route through North Wales will include the Snowdonia national park which will reserve you beautiful natural landscapes, and picturesque villages with black stone houses.

With more than 2.000 square kilometers of extension, in this parque natural It is the highest mountain in England and Wales, as well as the largest lake in Wales.

Not only is it a publicly owned area, but there are some towns within it, although its mountainous areas stand out.

Dolgellau

One of the most beautiful towns What you find inside the park is Dolgellau, which is characterized by its houses built with black slate stones.

With a long history that dates back to Roman times, during your visit you will walk through its streets enjoying the special charm that this type of construction has.

Beddgelert

On our car trip we did not have a note Beddgelert as a place to stop, but as soon as we entered this town of snowdonia park We did not hesitate to stop for a walk through it.

I can tell you that it is a very small town, almost a village, where its beautiful stone bridge stands out, and which is wrapped in one of the typical Welsh legends of the Middle Ages, Gelert legend.

Portmeirion

If a very curious corner in North Wales, that is Portmeirion.

It is a holiday village designed by an eccentric British architect between 1925 and 1975 in the style of a typical italian village of the Mediterranean coast.

Specifically, it can remind you of a town like Portofino, and currently this small town fulfills the double function of a hotel establishment where you can stay and a tourist attraction, since to visit it you have to pay an entrance fee.

• All the information you need to know about how to visit Portmeirion, a curious Italian-style town

Llangollen

Llangollen is a holiday village located on the borders between Wales and England where a very popular music festival is held in summer.

With a lot of atmosphere due to its continuous cultural activity, a great tourist attraction in Llangollen is the steam train, the last one operating in Wales, and on board which you can take a tour.

Beaumaris on the Isle of Anglesey

Beaumaris It is a town of Isle of Anglesey known for housing another of the 13th century castles, although on this occasion we want to highlight the possibility you have of staying in a true castle mansion French Gothic style.

Indeed, the Chateau Rhianfa It is a very exclusive and charming establishment, where you can feel like a member of British royalty.