Local Attractions

The Welsh Highland Railway is train travel as it used to be. Starting from beneath the castle walls in historic Caernarfon, the railway climbs to the foot of Snowdon before dropping again to sea level at the harbour in Porthmadog.

Try the longest zipwire ride in Europe ‘The Velocity’ at Zipworld in Bethesda (13miles). Bounce below, Junior Bounce and Zip World Caverns are three incredible underground adventures located at Llechwedd Slate Caverns, Blaenau Ffestinog.

There aren’t many places where you can combine the magic of fairies with the charm of animals and the rugged wilderness of 20 acres of beautiful natural woodland, but Gypsy Wood does just that. It is a perfect family day out exploring the miniature railway and fairy gardens and letting the children loose in the multiple play areas.

Royal fortress-palace built on legends and bitter medieval conflict

Caernarfon Castle is recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the Middle Ages.

This fortress-palace on the banks of the River Seiont is grouped with Edward I’s other castles at Conwy, Beaumaris and Harlech as a World Heritage Site. But for sheer scale and architectural drama Caernarfon stands alone.

Buried deep under the mountains of Snowdonia lies an extraordinary story: a rock revolution that shaped the look and feel of the world as we know it. A way of life which built communities and defined generations of families in North Wales.

An award-winning family attraction, which isn't one to miss! Adventure underground through the old workings of a Victorian Copper Mine which closed in 1903 and was a main supplier of minerals in Wales. It also has a cafe, museum, and a children's playground to make the most of your day out.

It addition to its architectural heritage, its stunning setting and sub-tropical gardens, Portmeirion has two stylish hotels, a cluster of self-catering cottages, shops, a spa, cafes and restaurants and an authentic Italian style gelateria.

Set on one of the most picturesque and unique landscapes for any UK Zoo, the Welsh Mountain Zoo occupies some 37 acres of lush green landscape overlooking Colwyn Bay and the Carneddau mountains in North Wales.

Greenwood Family Park is perfect for families with children of all ranges, with it's Green Dragon Rollercoaster, Cwtch Corner, enchanted river ride and so much more, it'll be a fun-filled day creating magical memories.

Looking for a rainy day activity to get the children out and burn off some energy, The Fun Centre (Yr Hwylfan) in Caernarfon is perfect for just that!