National park
Snowdonia National Park
Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom
A national park of peaks, lakes, forest and slate valleys in north Wales.
Castle · United Kingdom · Wales
Conwy Castle
A 13th-century fortress with eight towers and a walled town.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Conwy Castle matters
Conwy Castle was built by Edward I in the 13th century, with eight great towers and a long wall that encloses the old town. Climb the towers for views over the estuary and the hills. Together with other castles in the region, it forms a UNESCO site.
Talking points
- It is one of several Edward I castles in the area.
- The walls enclose the town.
- The tiny Smallest House is on the quay.
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Waterfall
Swallow Falls
Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom
A cascading waterfall in a wooded gorge near Betws-y-Coed.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.