Top Things to do in Gwynedd
10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Gwynedd That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Gwynedd, United Kingdom including Mynydd Mawr, St. Twrog's Church, Bangor Garth Pier, Y Felinheli Memorial Clock Tower, Caernarfon Town Walls, Barmouth Bridge, Old Barmouth, Gelert's Grave, Criccieth Lifeboat Station, Caernarfon Railway Station.
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1. Mynydd Mawr
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By digitalnomad365 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Fantastic place to enjoy the scenery of the Llyn Peninsula, you can see most of it over to Snowdonia. We parked at the top next to the old coastguards hut, and then walked following the coastal path, and circling back through country lanes and back up via the coastal path to the headland again. Campsite nearby would be a great place to stay too. If you like walking it's ace, but the weather made it. Nothing to do for miles if it was raining!
2. St. Twrog's Church
3. Bangor Garth Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
Reviewed By OldJW - Caernarfon, United Kingdom
I call it the Secret Pier because many would never imagine Bangor in North Wales even possessed a pier. But yes, it is approx 470 metres in length and believed to be the nineth longest in England & Wales. Built by the victorians and completed in 1896 it fulfilled the ambitions of the many to "walk on water," to relax and be entertained. To this day it provides stunning views across the Menai Straits towards the Isle of Anglesey and looking back you can view a backdrop of the Welsh mountains. How to unlock the Secret. Travel along the A5 (Beach Road) at the far end of the City. The road has a sharp right hand bend. There, look for Garth Road, a narrow side exit leading away and lined with an array of houses. Along Garth Road for a short distance will lead you to the pier. Well worth a visit, not only to take you back in time 123 years. Yet to this day in gratitude to an ongoing program of maintenance there is still a special feeling Walking on Water. To the traveller, well worth a visit.
4. Y Felinheli Memorial Clock Tower
5. Caernarfon Town Walls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 288 reviews
Reviewed By 720DavidR720 - Peterborough, United Kingdom
Whilst you cannot walk the walls, they are very impressive, especially the large arched entrances that you can drive through. Inside the walls is a vibrant town with many specialist shops. You could easily spend a few hours here without realising where the time has gone. A must if you are in the area.
6. Barmouth Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 537 reviews
Barmouth Bridge, 150 years old in 2017. Currently free for pedestrians and cyclists to cross between Barmouth and Fairbourne. Once on the Fairbourne side, there is a path into Fairbourne itself, or you can travel up the famous Mawddach Trail along the disused railway line towards Dolgellau via the George the III pub.
Reviewed By Z2120PKsandrao
Lovely walk along the bridge,you can either carry on to Fairbourne or take a tranquil walk along the Mawddach Trail,have a good pair of walking shoes on.
7. Old Barmouth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Climbing haphazardly up the steep slopes at the back of the High Street, the paths and alleys of old Barmouth reveal many quaint and delightful corners. Houses seem to be built almost on top of one another in this fascinating jumble of steps and terraces.
Reviewed By robertwarksr - Warwickshire, United Kingdom
Fantastic Place to be to have a steeply energetic walk through the old Barmouth town. Wonderful scenery from the hieghts looking down and across the lower ground town of Barmouth. Plenty to see and read as you walk along your way. Its so quiet as you stroll up and along the narrow footways..
8. Gelert's Grave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 530 reviews
Reviewed By mchapman04 - Canterbury, United Kingdom
Small pretty village with an authentic mountain vibe. Peaceful 10 minute stroll through the gate and along the river to the outcrop of trees surrounding the scenic grave of the mythical Gellert’s grave. Grab an ice cream on the way back to the car park!
9. Criccieth Lifeboat Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By thevoiceofchildren - Helmsley, United Kingdom
These people are brilliant and save our lives.This a great charity to raise money for.You can go and see the lifeboat and there is a lovely gift shop.The people are so informative and friendly.On Thursday’s at 6:30 there is a practice which you can go and watch no matter how old you are.So rap up warm and bring your camera.
10. Caernarfon Railway Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By 558michaelb558 - Sidcup, United Kingdom
With car-parking conveniently available by the castle, the new station of the Welsh Highland Railway in Caernarfon was immaculate, with a handy cafeteria and well stocked gift shop. All of the spotless toilets, both men’s and women’s are equipped with baby changing facilities and seemed large enough for wheelchairs. Plenty of photo opportunities with Santa were had before making our way to the train . The station master immaculate in his turnout, gave a taste of the upcoming standard of the journey. As the train commences the hour or so journey to Rhyd Ddu, Santa’s helpers start their rounds with mince pies and sherry. Big Red appears larger than life into the carriage with his company of Elves singing carols in welsh and English , they’ll even sing happy birthday to the little ones if requested. As Santa passes through the carriage having photos taken with his travelling fans, the Elves are busy distributing presents. Santa and the Elves entry into the carriage is a little bit like a rugby teams arrival at a social club, larger than life and in your face, just the way it’s meant to be, let’s not forget that meeting Ho ho ho as my grandson calls him, is a big deal for the younger patrons, and even some of the older ones get a little bit emotional too, and this Santa and his Elves didn’t fall short in any way, The carriages are beautifully presented with a snack trolley doing the rounds The whole team of Santa, Elves and engineers are all as knowledgable and enthusiastic about their railway and is evident in it’s Santa experience , This adds up to a cracking pre Christmas event set in some of the loveliest country side, with plenty of photo opportunities with Santa. This ride was taken on Sunday 22nd at about 13.45
