Conwy campsites

No visit to Conwy would be complete without a trip to see its 13th century castle towering over the bay. Soak up its medieval history as you take a tour of the great hall and admire the incredible views towards Snowdonia’s towering mountains whilst strolling along the battlements, stretching for nearly a mile!

Afterwards, infants can get creative at the Tan y Ddraig Ceramic Café. From customising mugs to trinket boxes, both adults and children can have a go at painting a pottery masterpiece. Why not also treat yourself to a delicious cake and refreshment whilst you paint?

Wander along the high street and don’t miss medieval Aberconwy House. This National Trust property is rich with history, where you’ll discover more about a day in the life of a merchant including a children’s trail, ghost stories as well as activities running through Easter and Halloween.

Lovers of the outdoors can amble along a number of woodland trails at Bodlondeb Woods. Take a stroll along the Conwy Estuary before finding a spot to catch your breath with a picnic. Just a short walk from here, golfers can enjoy a fun round of golf and picturesque surroundings at the Conwy Golf Club.

The pretty Conwy Quay is also a delightful place for a stroll or to simply sit and take in the sights. Sightseers who are keen to see Conwy from a different perspective can also enjoy a fun cruise courtesy of Conwy Sightseeing Cruises.

Alternatively, spend the day trekking Conwy Mountain. Soak up the incredible views over the estuary and spot the castle in the distance. From Sychnant Pass, a circular walk will take you to sweeping views at the top.

Cross over the Conwy Suspension Bridge and take the kids to Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre. Fully equipped with an indoor soft play area as well as a climbing wall, this leisure centre also runs a number of activities for youngsters during the school summer holidays.

A short stroll from the leisure centre will take you to Conwy Nature Reserve, home to an abundance of wildlife. Nature lovers can find a picnic spot by the lagoons whilst spotting the variety of birdlife here.

The Conwy Treasure Trail provides a fun, family friendly way of seeing the sights in Conwy. Get your treasure map and find the clues located in the town from the old harbour to the castle. The trail is approximately 2.5 miles and can be completed at your own pace.

Blink and you’ll miss one of the town’s quirkier attractions, the Smallest House in Great Britain. Look inside and soak up the local history of this tiny red house dating back to the 16th century.

Visitors who have come here for the town’s culture can admire the art galleries exhibited at the Royal Cambrian Academy of Art as well as the Harbour Gallery.

When you’re not in Conwy, you’ll also find a number of popular activities just outside the town including the huge variety of animals at Welsh Mountain Zoo, the Great Orme Copper Mines and the famous Bodnant Garden.