Top Things to do in Betws-y-Coed
10 Things to do in Betws-y-Coed That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom including Zip World Fforest, Gwydir Forest, Llyn Elsi, Sappers Suspension Bridge, Pont-y-Pair Bridge, Fairy Glen, Swallow Falls, Conwy Falls, Conwy Valley Railway Museum & Model Shop, Betws-y-Coed Railway Station.
Restaurants in Betws-y-Coed
1. Zip World Fforest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,230 reviews
Zip World Fforest offers an idyllic woodland setting for all your adventure needs. The heart of the site is the Fforest Coaster - based on the traditional toboggan but running on rails, it offers a year round, all-weather experience for ages 3 and up. There are two high ropes courses; Treehoppers for younger children (5-12 years) and Zip Safari 2 (9 years and up). You can bounce and explore to your heart's content on Treetop Nets; giant bouncy nets suspended in the trees, or experience the thrill of Skyride 2, Europe's highest five-seater swing. Drop 100ft alone or with a friend on the world's first tandem drop experience, Plummet 2. After all that adventure, why not relax, re-fuel and watch the action from one of our two on-site cafes. Open all year round.
Reviewed By ttikcir - Lowestoft, United Kingdom
Excellent experience for Halloween. As soon as you arrive the atmosphere is amazing. green haze over the forest and it was slightly misty, there was spooky noises, zombies walking around and it was very eerie. There were zombie nets to run across, good fun. included in the price were two goes each on the Forest Coaster , then for an additional price we did Europe’s highest giant swing, Skyride, and then Plummet which was great fun. Brilliant night and so much fun, Really well organised with great staff.
2. Gwydir Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By tan311 - Pontefract, United Kingdom
A really lovely place to go for a walk, there are different trails that suit all fitness levels. It can get quite busy on weekends, so would definitely recommend going during the week.
3. Llyn Elsi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By Exploration791561
There are so many routes up it's well worth consulting a map first, some of the lesser known paths are very interesting and take you on a magical mystery tour through the depths of the forest. It's more short Sunday afternoon stroll territory than a full on hike, anyone of reasonable fitness should find it moderately easy. It's part of the vast Gwydir forest which is a mecca for trail running and has hosted the World Mountain Running Champs and Ultra Trail Running Champs in recent years. I walk and run up here regularly as I live just down the road in Colwyn Bay, it never gets old.
4. Sappers Suspension Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By jerseygirl19602017
We crossed this daily from Bryn Bella Guest House to Betws-y-coed. Great fun and a sure shortcut into the village.
5. Pont-y-Pair Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By mac8888 - Phoenix, United States
We stayed at the Bryn Afon right next to the Pont-y-Pair So we saw the bridge in the morning, the evening, with cloudy and clear skies. A beautiful old stone bridge. My favorite in that part of Wales. I always marvel at 600 year old structures that are still in use even after centuries of the stresses of flooding etc. Loved the sounds of the river cascading over the rocks. A short walk from the train station where many tour busses stop. Suprised that most tourists do not make the walk to catch a view of this historic bridge Shared one picture below...but took many more Time you should spend...If you are a photographer you can spend several hours here.
6. Fairy Glen
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 585 reviews
This deep gorge is surrounded by a seemingly endless expanse of scenic beauty.
Reviewed By alicat22
Visited here many times and recently a week ago. We had a very pleasant 20min conversation with the owners. They have an honesty box and at £1 per person, 50p for children £1 for a car is excellent value to see a beautiful scenic place. There is a small car park but have never had a problem on the many occasions we've visited. Circular walk which takes you along part of the river, with a divert down some uneven steep steps to the Gorge but so worth it. There were adults with young children so depends on how confident you are taking them down there. Plenty of rocks to clamber over! Very tranquil and lives up to its name 'fairy glen'. Lovely picnic site by the river. Owners have always been chatty and also run a b&b. 5 mins drive to Betws-y-Coed. We always call at the Glen on the way to Llandudno via the A5. Well worth a visit for the price.
7. Swallow Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,091 reviews
These falls add to Betws-y-Coed's already great rustic beauty.
Reviewed By 803crissn - London, United Kingdom
Such an amazing place, huge waterfall Entrance is £2 contactless, you pay it in front of the gate, its all automated, then a few steps to the waterfall, there are three viewing points , Its worth going
8. Conwy Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 309 reviews
Reviewed By jamescorp - Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom
We visited the Conwy falls today,with a lot of rain fall the falls look amazing well worth a visit, a little walk through woodland to get to.
9. Conwy Valley Railway Museum & Model Shop
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 245 reviews
Located in the beautiful village of Betws-y-Coed adjacent to the main station, the Conwy Valley Railway Museum is a must for all that enjoy railways. Our miniature railway takes you on a 8 minute trip around the beautifully landscaped grounds. If you are lucky you may see wild rabbits grazing by the pond! Trains run most days, in the season and every weekend there will be a steam engine pulling the train*. At other times a diesel engine will be in service. Dogs are allowed into our museum and on our trains.
Reviewed By 588bexk - Northampton, United Kingdom
We’ve been coming here for years and we all love a ride on the miniature railway. It’s a beautiful place. The museum is also really interesting and there’s lots to look at. Great value for money and great for young and old alike.
10. Betws-y-Coed Railway Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By nmjon21 - Wrexham, United Kingdom
lots of gift Shops , lots of cafes and restaurant -main meals or coffee stop ! Art gallery and sculptures to see .The fish and chips were lovely .
