Things to Do

Welcome to Bodnant Garden, an otherworldly historical garden with plenty of charm. Bodnant in Welsh means ‘dwelling by a stream’ – fitting for this botanical beauty. Overlooking the River Conwy, you’ll be able to marvel at views all the way to Snowdonia. A trip here will place you right in the middle of a storybook, … Read more

Bryn Euryn is an unassuming limestone hill that is packed with a ton of history. At 365 feet above sea level, you’ll spot it right above Colwyn Bay, where the old Welsh kingdom of Rhos once was. Managed as a Local Nature Reserve by Conwy Countryside Service, the site is well-maintained and beloved by Conwy. … Read more

Wales is well-known for its spectacular, out-of-this-world nature, but what some often overlook is the country’s history and architecture. Since I was already touring the area of Snowdonia, I set off to see Conwy Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was built all the way back in the late 1200s. In fact, its history … Read more

Conwy Falls is a beautiful cascading waterfall located in the Conwy Falls Forest Park in the deep gorge of Fairy Glen. When I first researched the falls, I was already captivated by how everything looked and sounded. There are 10 acres of SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) native ancient woodland, stunning viewpoints and glades … Read more

Conwy Mountain (Mynydd y Dref) is a historical area of hills located west of Conwy, North Wales. This popular family-friendly destination is the place to go if you’re looking to see the area from new perspectives. It has an elevation of 244 m, overlooking the sea of Conwy Bay. I visited the area on a … Read more

Jutting out of the North Wales coastline, the lively historic promenade that is Llandudno Pier is not to be missed. Extending majestically over the ever-changing waves and flanked with beach cafes, funfair rides, and fun trinket shops, this spot has been entertaining both visitors and natives alike for well over a century. Soak up the … Read more

Often described as one of the most enchanting places in the world, Fairy Glen is a hidden gorge near Betws y coed in North Wales. The Fairy Glen, or Ffos Anoddu in Welsh — meaning deep ditch — is full of surprises. But it’s a far cry from a deep ditch, that’s for sure. Think … Read more

What if you could experience travel as it was 100 years ago? Take a ride on the Great Orme Tramway in Llandudno, and that’s exactly what you get. The tramway — opened in 1902 — is the only cable-hauled tramway on a public road in Great Britain. The Victorian tram cars have been lovingly restored … Read more

Lying deep in the heart of Snowdonia National Park sits Gwydir Forest Park. Now, once upon a time, the area was dominated by mines and industry —- so much so that legacy of the old engine houses, reservoirs and waste tips are still found throughout the forest today. Not that you’d notice, because it certainly … Read more