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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Caernarfon to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Caernarfon

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

When to visit Caernarfon

Caernarfon in February
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in February
Estimated hotel price
£58
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 Alamo, 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 Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Caernarfon

Airlines serving Caernarfon

Lufthansa
Good (7,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,364 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,804 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,728 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,117 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,800 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,594 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,621 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,986 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,570 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,618 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,294 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,228 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,933 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (894 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 £110 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £137 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Caernarfon

Most booked hotels in Caernarfon

Basecamp Wales
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£45+
The Black Boy Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£83+
Ty Dre Town House
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£70+
Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£15+
Garddfon Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£106+
Celtic Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£75+

Hiring a car in Caernarfon

Hiring a car in Caernarfon costs £46 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.90 and £22.53. Compact (Vauxhall Astra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Caernarfon, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Caernarfon costs £46 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.90 and £22.53. Compact (Vauxhall Astra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Caernarfon, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.