Aberconwy House
Castle Street
Conwy
Conwy
LL32 8AY
United Kingdom

Tel: 01492 592246

Aberconwy is a historic medieval building in the centre of Conwy. It is a former merchant’s residence originating from the 14th century. The interior of the building has been restored, and visitors can tour the rooms, which have been renovated to illustrate the day-to-day lives of its early occupants.

Conwy Castle
Rose Hill Street
Conwy
Conwy
LL32
United Kingdom

Tel: 01492 592358

Conwy Castle dates back to the 13th century, when it was built by Edward I as part of his Iron Ring fortifications during his occupation of Wales. Although it stands partly in ruins today, the castle is still an imposing sight as you approach it. The tops of the towers command far-reaching views across Conwy, but may be a bit challenging for those who don’t like heights.

Greenfield Valley Museum and Farm
Greenfield
Holywell
Flintshire
CH8 7GH
United Kingdom

Tel: 01352 714172

Greenfield is a family attraction based around the area’s farming heritage. There is a collection of historic farm buildings, with animals, tractors and a playground for children. The heritage park in which it sits also includes two former industrial mills and a Cistercian abbey, and is both informative and interesting.

Llangollen International Eisteddfod
Royal International Pavilion
Abbey Road
Llangollen
Denbighshire
United Kingdom

Tel: 01978 862000

For one week every summer, the small town of Llangollen is filled with music, song and dance for the International Eisteddfod. Competitors from both Wales and around the world come to compete in almost two-dozen artistic categories, while thousands of visitors come to watch the proceedings.

Llangollen Railway
Llangollen Railway Station
Abbey Road
Llangollen
Denbighshire
LL20 8SN
United Kingdom

Tel: 01978 860979

Llangollen Railway provides a scenic rail service that runs for almost 8 miles alongside the River Dee as far as Carrog, and there are plans to possibly extend the line. Available at weekends, and with additional services on weekdays during the summer, it offers a lovely scenic manner in which to explore Denbighshire.

Plas Mawr
Conwy
Conwy
United Kingdom

Plas Mawr is an extensively restored Elizabethan townhouse in the centre of Conwy town. A successful merchant’s home built in the late 1500s, Plas Mawr is an example of a moneyed family home during the Tudor period. Tours are available, and joint tickets are available for both Plas Mawr and Conwy Castle.

Plas Newydd
Mill Street
Llangollen
Denbighshire
LL20 8AW
United Kingdom

Tel: 01978 861314

Plas Newydd is a museum and Gothic-styled historic home, which became of interest during the turn of the 1800s when it was home to the Ladies of Llangollen. Sarah Ponsonby and Eleanor Butler chose to – rather scandalously at the time – set up home together in Wales, where they spent their entire lives together. Their notoriety meant that their estate saw many visitors, and the museum displays some of letters and artefacts describing their world.

Quay House
10 Lowergate Street
Conwy
Conwy
LL32 8BB
United Kingdom

Tel: 01492 593484

Quay House is more commonly known as the Smallest House in Great Britain. The building, which measures approximately 10 feet high by 6 feet wide, is a quaint attraction. It is hard to believe that anyone could live here, let alone its last resident, who was a 6ft 3inch-tall fisherman. This man, Robert Jones, moved out at the turn of the 20th century, which is understandable, given that he couldn’t stand up in his own house!

Rhyl Museum and Arts Centre
Church Street
Rhyl
Denbighshire
LL18 3AA
United Kingdom

Tel: 01745 353814

Rhyl Museum is a quaint little venue that illustrates the history of this coastal town as an Edwardian seaside resort, and the forms of entertainment available at the time. It also shows how the area developed through the 20th century, and is a pleasant way to spend an hour.

Rhyl SeaQuarium
East Parade
Rhyl
Denbighshire
LL18 3AF
United Kingdom

Tel: 01745 344660

Located on the promenade, the SeaQuarium is a fun destination for a family afternoon. It is a typical aquarium with large tanks separated into zones each displaying a range of marine habitats from around the world. The colourful reef area and the fascinating Strange But True section are likely to be favourites. An exciting addition to the facilities is the Sea Lion Cove, which allows visitors to see sea lions in a recreated habitat and enjoy daily shows of the sea lions’ abilities.

Ruthin Gaol
Clwyd Street
Rhyl
Denbighshire
LL15 1HP
United Kingdom

Tel: 01824 708281

Ruthin Gaol was the area’s primary house of correction for debtors and wrongdoers during the 18th and early 19th centuries. It was closed in 1916, and despite a time as a munitions factory and later a library, much of the gaol has been restored and displayed as a museum. It’s an informative and atmospheric location for a tour of historic Ruthin.

St Winifred’s Well
Holywell
Flintshire
United Kingdom

St Winifred’s Well has been a holy pilgrimage destination since the 600s thanks to the reputation of its healing waters. The legend goes that Winifred, a chaste young woman, angered Prince Caradoc by not succumbing to his advances, so he decapitated her and a well sprang up where her head fell. Happily, Winifred was brought back to life by St Beuno, and the well became the Lourdes of Wales, held within a 15th century chapel.

Welsh Mountain Zoo
Colwyn Bay
Conwy
LL28 5UY
United Kingdom

Tel: 01492 532938

The Welsh Mountain Zoo sits in a scenic position above the coastal town of Colwyn Bay. It has a surprisingly large range of animal species, including snow leopards, sealions, penguins, porcupines and red pandas. There is also a good selection of events occurring every day, making this a great choice for a family day out.