Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 73
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

Car

Another option to get to Caernarfon is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 320 km from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, 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

Car

Another option to get to Caernarfon is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 320 km from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Caernarfon

BLKBlackpool
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Caernarfon

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,528 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,414 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,459 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,582 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,404 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 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 C$ 125 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 239 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Caernarfon

Most booked hotels in Caernarfon

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Black Boy Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 139+
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Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 55+
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Celtic Royal Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 152+
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Renting a car in Caernarfon

Expect to pay C$ 2.49 per litre in Caernarfon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.81 and C$ 39.75.

Expect to pay C$ 2.49 per litre in Caernarfon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.81 and C$ 39.75.