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.

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 December
Estimated hotel price
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in December
Estimated hotel price
£63
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 21 km 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 Edinburgh, which is about 320 km from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of INTERRENT and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Caernarfon, you’ll arrive at Holyhead Anglesey (VLY), which is located 21 km 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 Edinburgh, which is about 320 km from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of INTERRENT and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Caernarfon

Airlines serving Caernarfon

Lufthansa
Good (4,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (758 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,474 reviews)
British Airways
Good (3,819 reviews)
SWISS
Good (872 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,152 reviews)
Air France
Good (897 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,407 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (1,991 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (447 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (4,695 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (214 reviews)
Finnair
Good (939 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (743 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,057 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (773 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (325 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 £86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £111 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Caernarfon

Most booked hotels in Caernarfon

Basecamp Wales
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£34+
Black Boy Inn
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£71+
Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£15+
Garddfon Inn
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£95+
Celtic Royal Hotel
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£51+
The Royal Victoria Hotel
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£59+

Hiring a car in Caernarfon

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 90% cheaper than airport locations in Caernarfon.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.92 and £23.90. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 90% cheaper than airport locations in Caernarfon.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.92 and £23.90. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.