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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Caernarfon travel guide

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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.

When to visit Caernarfon

Caernarfon in November
Estimated hotel price
£47
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in November
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 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 Manchester, which is about 140 km from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

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 Manchester, which is about 140 km from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Caernarfon

BLKBlackpool
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Caernarfon

KLM
Good (1,444 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,706 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,219 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,491 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,668 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,378 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,154 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,443 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 £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £108 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Caernarfon

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Plas Dinas Country House
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£194+
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Black Boy Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£29+
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The Royal Victoria Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Celtic Royal Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Travelodge Caernarfon
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£28+
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Hiring a car in Caernarfon

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.60 and £20.80.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.60 and £20.80.

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