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 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
C$ 103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 103
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 keddy by Europcar, 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 keddy by Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Caernarfon

Airlines serving Caernarfon

Lufthansa
Good (7,258 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,369 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,774 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,749 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,183 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,789 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,599 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,024 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,588 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,322 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,311 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,337 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,226 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,937 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,317 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$ 174 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 255 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)
C$ 146+
Ty Dre Town House
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 123+
Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 27+
Celtic Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 136+

Renting a car in Caernarfon

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 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$ 30.32 and C$ 40.42. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 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$ 30.32 and C$ 40.42. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.