Caernarfon Guides

Local knowledge, practical tips, and in-depth guides to help you get the most out of your visit.

Two forts and a square: Caernarfon on foot

Y Maes, Edward I's castle, the walls you walk round rather than along, the Roman fort that gave Caernarfon its name, and where to eat on the way.

Which steam train to take from the station under the castle, what it costs, how long it takes, and how to fit the castle in the same day.

What Cofi means, why the Palace Vaults is Pen Deitsh, what the bilingual street names say, and a few Welsh words worth having.

The Black Boy's list at the door, Pen Deitsh facing the castle, the Anglesey on the harbour, Wal, the Gunroom, and the makers on Cei Llechi.

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