Venue Cymru is North Wales’ top entertainment venue, set on Llandudno’s scenic promenade. It hosts everything from West End musicals and live music to comedy, ballet, and family shows.
With big names like Bill Bailey and Jools Holland alongside local and Welsh-language performances, it’s a vibrant mix of global acts and regional culture.
The venue also features a sea-view café, exhibitions, and conference facilities—making it a perfect cultural stop on your North Wales adventure.
Antur Stiniog Mountain Bike Centre, located in Blaenau Ffestiniog within the heart of Snowdonia National Park, offers 14 gravity-fed mountain biking trails suitable for all skill levels—from novices to seasoned riders. The trails are graded from green to black and have received international acclaim from MTB press and riders alike.
The centre provides a highly regarded uplift service, enabling riders to maximize their downhill experience without the need for uphill pedaling. Facilities include a café serving locally sourced food, bike hire powered by Saracen Bikes, coaching sessions, showers, and a bike wash
Zip World is a top UK adventure destination, home to Velocity 2—the fastest zip line in the world, reaching speeds over 100mph across a dramatic quarry. It’s an unforgettable experience for any thrill seeker.
Beyond the zip lines, Zip World also offers underground trampolining in glowing caverns, quarry karting, tree-top courses, forest coasters, and more. With several locations across North Wales, there’s something exciting for the whole family.
Set high above Colwyn Bay, the Welsh Mountain Zoo offers a perfect mix of creature comforts and spectacular coastal views. As North Wales’ national zoo, it’s home to a wide range of exotic and endangered animals, making it a fantastic day out for families and wildlife lovers alike.
Get up close with the zoo’s Big Cats, including Sumatran tigers and snow leopards, or watch the California sea lions show off their skills during the popular daily displays. You’ll also find a lively cast of chimpanzees, lemurs, red pandas, penguins, and more—all set within beautiful, landscaped enclosures designed to replicate natural habitats.
North Wales is known for its mighty medieval fortresses, and none are more infamous than the Iron Ring of Edward I (Edward Longshanks) who built a multitude of castles to control the rebellious Welsh population.
It comprises of 10 castles, with 8 in North Wales and easily accessible by Train, including; Flint, Hawarden, Rhuddlan, Denbigh, Caernarfon, Conwy, Harlech and Beaumaris.
After a sunny day at Prestatyn’s award-winning golden beach, the town offers plenty of spots to eat, drink, and unwind. From hearty meals at the CookHouse Pub & Carvery to authentic Italian at La Ricetta, there’s something for every palate.
For drinks, head to Torello Lounge for relaxed café-bar vibes or catch a game at The William Morgan pub. Prestatyn’s High Street blends cosy eateries, lively bars, and seaside charm—making it a great place to round off your coastal adventure.
If you don’t fancy the motorway traffic, you can always enjoy the beauty of North Wales by public transport. Enjoy the likes of Barmouth, Criccieth, Pwllhelli and many other quaint seaside towns on the Cambrian Railway starting in Shrewsbury.
Or you can take the high road, along the North Wales Coast starting in Chester, you can view the stunning seaside towns of Llandudno, Rhyl, Prestatyn, Conwy and more all the way to Holyhead on the Isle of Anglesey.
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