Caernarfon travel guide

Caernarfon Tourism | Caernarfon Guide

You're Going to Love Caernarfon

With a population of 9,836, Caernarfon is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Caernarfon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Caernarfon

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Gunroom at Plas Dinas (Bontnewydd) and The Old Courthouse Caernarfon (Castle ditch) are great picks.

When to visit Caernarfon

Caernarfon in January
Estimated hotel price
£47
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in January
Estimated hotel price
£47
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Caernarfon

Plane

When flying to Caernarfon, you’ll arrive at Holyhead Anglesey (VLY), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Caernarfon departs from Cardiff and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Caernarfon is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 87 miles from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

When flying to Caernarfon, you’ll arrive at Holyhead Anglesey (VLY), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Caernarfon departs from Cardiff and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Caernarfon is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 87 miles from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Caernarfon

Airlines serving Caernarfon

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,282 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Caernarfon

From 5-star hotels such as the Plas Dinas Country House to great affordable options like the Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £117 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £139 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Caernarfon

Most booked hotels in Caernarfon

The Black Boy Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£101+
Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£15+
Garddfon Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£89+
Celtic Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£107+
The Royal Victoria Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£58+
Travelodge Caernarfon
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£56+

Hiring a car in Caernarfon

Hiring a car in Caernarfon costs £57 per day, on average, or £115 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Caernarfon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Mini (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Vauxhall Astra or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Caernarfon costs £57 per day, on average, or £115 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Caernarfon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Mini (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Vauxhall Astra or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.