This compact, pocket-sized Snowdonia & North Wales travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on weekend trips or shorter breaks in the UK. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries that allow you to organise your visit to Snowdonia & North Wales without losing time planning. The Snowdonia & North Wales guide book covers: The North Coast and Carneddau Mountains, A Tour of Anglesey, Beddgelert and Porthmadog, Snowdon from Caernarfon, The Lleyn Peninsula, Tremadog Bay to the Mawddach Estuary, Wrexham to Bala – and Back, Dolgellau to Cadair Idris and the Aran Mountains, Cadair Idris to Machynlleth. Inside this Snowdonia & North Wales travel book you will find: 9 ready-made walks and tours – easy-to-follow walking and driving tour itineraries featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way Walks and tour highlights – short lists highlight the best of each walk or tour Things not to miss in Snowdonia & North Wales – Blaenau Ffestiniog and Slate Caverns, Centre for Alternative Technology, Portmeirion, Snowdon, National Slate Museum, Llandudno, Ffestiniog Railway, Caernarfon, Harlech, Conwy Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Rainy day recommendations – plenty of options, whatever the British weather throws at you Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Historical and cultural insights – learn more about Snowdonia & North Wales’ rich history with fascinating cultural insights. Trip tips – outdoor activities and themed holidays Practical information – how to get there and how to get around, facts for visitors, Handy mapping – practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Fully updated post-COVID-19

This compact, pocket-sized Snowdonia & North Wales travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on weekend trips or shorter breaks in the UK. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries that allow you to organise your visit to Snowdonia & North Wales without losing time planning. The Snowdonia & North Wales guide book covers: The North Coast and Carneddau Mountains, A Tour of Anglesey, Beddgelert and Porthmadog, Snowdon from Caernarfon, The Lleyn Peninsula, Tremadog Bay to the Mawddach Estuary, Wrexham to Bala - and Back, Dolgellau to Cadair Idris and the Aran Mountains, Cadair Idris to Machynlleth. Inside this Snowdonia & North Wales travel book you will find: 9 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving tour itineraries featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way Walks and tour highlights - short lists highlight the best of each walk or tour Things not to miss in Snowdonia & North Wales - Blaenau Ffestiniog and Slate Caverns, Centre for Alternative Technology, Portmeirion, Snowdon, National Slate Museum, Llandudno, Ffestiniog Railway, Caernarfon, Harlech, Conwy Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Rainy day recommendations - plenty of options, whatever the British weather throws at you Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Historical and cultural insights - learn more about Snowdonia & North Wales' rich history with fascinating cultural insights. Trip tips - outdoor activities and themed holidays Practical information - how to get there and how to get around, facts for visitors, Handy mapping - practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Free download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebook Snowdonia & North Wales Fully updated post-COVID-19

The eighth edition of the Rough Guide to Wales is the ultimate travel guide to this incredibly varied country, with stunning photography throughout. Whether you want to trek the Pembrokeshire Coast Path or let loose at Green Man festival, have a slap-up meal in foodie Abergavenny or chug through the Snowdonia mountains on the Ffestiniog Railway, you'll find all the practical details and inspiring ideas you'll need. Spanning the length and breadth of Wales, from tiny valley towns to bustling cities, this is the most comprehensive guide to the country. Plan your trip using our colour-coded maps and up-to-date listings on the best places to stay, eat and drink in every corner of Wales. Whether you want detailed background or a quick idea of the highlights of each region, The Rough Guide to Wales has it all. Make the most of your time on EarthTM with The Rough Guide to Wales.

Lonely Planet's Wales is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hike the Wales Coast Path, surf the pounding waves of the Gower Peninsula, and explore awe-inspiring Conwy Castle; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Wales and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Wales Travel Guide: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel What's New feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas our writers have uncovered NEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodation Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Over 55 maps Covers Cardiff, Brecon Beacons, Swansea, the Gower, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Aberystwyth, Snowdonia, Anglesey and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Wales, our most comprehensive guide to Wales, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

The fascinating story of the buildings that have helped to defend Wales throughout its history from the Iron Age to the twentieth century.

'The AA Guide to Wales' gives you everything you need to know to get the most out of your visit to this wonderful land. Each entry is packed with the very best sites to see, things to do, recommendations for eating and drinking, and places to explore nearby.

Rough Guides Staycations Snowdonia & North Wales Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. Inspirational and informative new pocket guide, making the most of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walks and tours. Explore the best of Snowdonia & North Wales with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see, top attractions like Llechwedd Slate Caverns, Zip World and Mount Snowdon, to discovering cultural gems, including the thirteenth-century Caernarfon Castle with its distinctive limestone and sandstone banding, twisting loops that make up the Ffestiniog Railway and the distinctive seaside 'village' of Portmeirion, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, and help you plan and enhance your staycation in Snowdonia & North Wales. Features of this travel guide to Snowdonia & North Wales: - 9 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover the area's top sights and unique attractions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences - Historical and cultural insights: learn more about the Snowdonia's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Rainy day recommendations: uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you - Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Key tips and essential information: from transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered - New for 2021: the latest guidance to all the places you should discover in Snowdonia - Covers: The North Coast and Carneddau Mountains, Anglesey, Beddgelert and Porthmadog, Snowdon from Caernarfon, the Lleyn Peninsula, Tremadog Bay to Mawddach Estuary, Wrexham to Bala, Dolgellau to Cadair Idris and the Aran Mountains, Cadair Idris to Machynlleth Looking for a comprehensive guide to Wales? Check out the Rough Guide to Wales for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer. About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.

This guidebook describes 30 low level and easy walks that are suitable for all abilities. The hikes covered are in the northern part of Snowdonia National Park, close to Conwy, Betws-y-Coed, Llanberis and Porthmadog. Most of the walks take around 2hr, with others ranging from 2 to 6hr. Each walk has an accompanying Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 or 1:50,000 map showing the route, easy-to-follow route descriptions and information on distance, time, ascent, refreshments and where to park. The guide also includes more general advice on walking in the area, historical information, and facts about the points of interest seen on each walk. In this part of Wales, neolithic settlements and Roman ruins stand beside the medieval castles of Welsh Princesses and the modern remnants of the mining industry. Myths and legends abound, and many walks relate to the stories of King Arthur and Merlin, Anfanc and Welsh fairies.

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Wales is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk the Wales Coast Path, explore Conwy Castle, or take a trip on the Welsh Highland Railway; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Wales and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Wales Travel Guide: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - cuisine, outdoor activities, landscapes. Over 40 colour maps Covers Cardiff, Brecon Beacons, Swansea, the Gower, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Aberystwyth, Snowdonia, Angelsey and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Wales, our most comprehensive guide to Wales, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Great Britain guide. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. The world awaits! Lonely Planet guides have won the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' -- Fairfax Media 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.