Castle · United Kingdom · Wales

Caernarfon Castle

A mighty medieval castle on the Menai Strait.

UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h

For storytellers

Why Caernarfon Castle matters

Caernarfon Castle is a mighty fortress with polygonal towers and bands of coloured stone, rising beside the Menai Strait. It was built by Edward I and is part of the UNESCO castle group of north Wales. Climb the towers for views of Snowdonia and the water.

Talking points

  • Part of a UNESCO site.
  • The Eagle Tower is a highlight.
  • It overlooks the water.

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Also nearby

Within about 40 km, closest first.