Llandudno
is a lovely Victorian-era seaside resort. It is located on the picturesque north
coast of Wales. At one time it was a favourite spot of Queen Victoria. The town
has an old-world charm. Located between the cities of Bangor and Chester it is
easy to reach by road and rail. There are many things to do and see.
Bronze
Age Copper Mines offer a tour which includes a talk about the mine and you can
see tools that were found in excavation.
Alicein Wonderland Trail offers a trip along the way which Alice took. The author
Carrol was inspired by this town and in this exhibit there are expertly crafted
statues all over the town.
Bishop’s
Quarry is a large exposed rock that is close to the Great Orme Summit Complex.
Here you can see pre-historic fossils and get great views of the Snowdonian
Mountains.
Oriel
Mostyn Gallery exhibits the contemporary art and design works of local artists.
The
Pier which is the longest and finest in Wales is the second longest Victorian
pier in Britain. Here you can find themed gift shops.
While in Wales check out great Cardiff bed and breakfasts or hostels in Cardiff.
Home
Front Museum incorporates a recreation of a war-era street and has long been a
popular tourist destination.
Have
some fun and take a ride on the Victorian Tramway up to the summit of the Great
Orme. It was built in 1902 and is the only remaining cable-hauled tramway in
Great Britain. At the summit you will find a small selection of shops, a café
and a bar. It also offers fantastic views of the North Wales coast.
BodafonFarm Park is a working farm where you can see llamas, deer, goats and a bird of
prey sanctuary. There are pony rides, café facilities and a band on Thursdays.
At
the east end of the promenade you can take a dip in the lovely, large paddling
pool.
On
the west side of the pier you can take stairs to some rock pools.
Llandudno
has lots of choices for accommodation. There are various family run bed and
breakfast place where you can get a basic room and a generic cooked breakfast. You
also have a choice of hotels that range in size and quality.
Among
the choices you have are the Royal Hotel housed in a Victorian-era building
that is conveniently close to the town’s attractions. It offers Wi-Fi and
on-site parking. There is also the Broadway Hotel which was built in 1865 and
is located on the edge of the Town Centre and just 200 yards from the seafront.
So come and explore and play
in the sand and the sun Llandudno offers lots for families to do and enjoy. The
accommodations are comfortable and budget friendly.
