Attractions in Snowdonia Mountains and Coast

An 800 acre park providing delightful trails and walks in a spectacular oak woodland at the south-eastern end of Llyn Padarn, a magnificent glacially formed lake nestled amidst some of Snowdonia’s most spectacular scenery.

‘You blow the whistle, release the brakes and open the regulator. A hiss of steam and the train starts to move - the start of an experience of a lifetime’. Learn to drive a historic steam locomotive hauling your own private train.

The Sailors' Institute is unique - it is a rare survivor of a type of establishment that was once common in coastal communities throughout the British Isles in the late 19th century.

The extensive grounds of Penrhyn Castle are perfect for exploring and enjoying spectacular views of Snowdonia and the North Wales coast.

Narrow Gauge Steam Train journey offers superb views of Cadair Idris mountain range and Mawddach Estuary. G-Scale Railway and museum at Fairbourne. Four Steam Engines operate passenger services along the 12 ¼ inch gauge track.

The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK's longest heritage railway and runs for 25 miles from Caernarfon where trains start from beneath the castle walls.

The Narrow Gauge Railway Museum is an important collection of artifacts relating to Narrow Gauge Railways in the British Isles. From complete locomotives to tickets, it is a unique and comprehensive record of these fascinating railways.

The Lloyd George Museum and Highgate, his boyhood home, with Shoemaker's Workshop and Victorian garden. Discover the life and times of David Lloyd George at the Lloyd George Museum.

Delightful manor house with ornamental garden and wonderful views.

See the weaving and hydro-electric turbine plus an opportunity to purchase pure wool products woven on site. Mill in same family since nineteenth century.

Discover the timeless appeal of our narrow-gauge steam trains - a more leisurely way to travel and the perfect way to savour the grandeur of Snowdonia.

On the shore of Llyn Padarn Electric Mountain marks the starting point for tours into Dinorwig Hydro Electric Power Station.

Experience the Llechwedd Deep Mine and explore the mine's colossal man-made mountains on the Quarry Explorer off road truck tour!

Bodnant Garden is one of the most beautiful gardens in the UK, spanning some 80 acres and is situated above the River Conwy on ground sloping towards the west and looking across the valley towards the Snowdonia range.

The largest garden railway in the Wales, miniature animals (Shetland, donkeys, goats etc), 1.5 mile land walk, picnic areas, children's play area. Café, shop, outdoor attraction. A must for all animal, train & nature enthusiasts.

For family adventure with a difference visit GreenWood Forest Park, Snowdonia’s leading and totally unique eco-attraction. Ride the Green Dragon rollercoaster and stomp along the BareFoot Trail. Great family fun, whatever the weather!

Standing in a commanding position on a rocky promontory overlooking Cardigan Bay, Criccieth is one of the greatest testaments to Welsh castle building.

Let Snowdon Mountain Railway take you on a journey of a lifetime to the rooftop of Wales. Snowdon, at 3,560ft dominates the landscape of Snowdonia National Park in North Wales.

A traditional stone-built upland 16th-century farmhouse, birthplace of Bishop William Morgan, the first translator of the whole bible into Welsh.

One of the Great Little Trains of Wales, the railway offers a delightful 9 mile return journey by narrow gauge steam train along the shores of Wales' largest natural lake.