You won’t have to cover huge distances here – but there’s a whole world of experiences for explorers. That’s the beauty of Conwy County.
It’s a place of sandy beaches and towering headlands, green vales and mountains, heather moors, lakes and forests … all neatly wrapped up and easy to get to grips with.
From the towers of Conwy Castle, a World Heritage Site, you can see deep into Conwy County. Snowdonia is but a stone’s throw away. The lush, lovely Conwy Valley meanders from the mountains to meet the sea at the castle’s foundations. Close by you’ll find the soul-stirring spaces of Mynydd Hiraethog and the Gwydir Forest Park’s glades and hidden lakes.
Llandudno and Colwyn Bay may be friendly neighbours, but they both have their own distinct personalities. They’re great bases for exploring countryside as well as coast, as is leafy Betws-y-Coed, a buzzy place packed with attractions.
Explore time as well as space
Our cultural attractions are equally diverse. Call into our new Conwy Culture Centre for starters. Then head to historic sites and gardens, museums and art galleries. Let heritage trails take you to sacred sites and industrial monuments, medieval streets and Victorian promenades.
Our theatres and cinemas show off everything from old favourites to alternative comedy, classic landscapes to cool, contemporary artworks. This happy mix of traditional and modern is a Conwy County hallmark. Our distinct identity is bound up in the Welsh language, very much alive, forward-looking and thriving in these parts. And our food culture takes tried-and-tested local ingredients like lamb, beef and seafood to create dishes tailored to today’s tastes.
Outward bound
There’s a lot to explore out and about in the fresh air too. Get stuck into activities on land and water (mountain biking and surfing, walking and ziplining … you get the picture). Go wildlife-watching and fishing, golf and cycling.
The Official Tourism Website for Destination Conwy
to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
