Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Visitor Centre
Oswestry, Llangollen
View on Google MapsPhoto: The Hill-Joneses
About Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Visitor Centre
Experience Wales' spectacular World Heritage canal bridge soaring 126 feet above the River Dee, with a visitor centre, picnic areas and family facilities making it perfect for all ages to explore this engineering marvel.
What's nearby
- Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Trevor Basin Visitor Centre 200m away
- Anglo Welsh Waterways Holidays 250m away
- The Telford Inn 350m away
- Pontcysyllte Chapel Tea Room 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Loved this experience you do need a good head for heights though. Went across by boat with Anglo Welsh. Views are stunning and commentary/history from Ruben was clear, fun and interesting. Walked across afterwards & enjoyed the barges selling art, coffee etc. Would definitely return to go across by canoe and would highly recommend for a memorable day out.
· via Google
A fascinating piece of engineering and an incredible achievement for its time. The views over the surrounding countryside and the river far below are absolutely breathtaking. Definitely not for anyone with a fear of heights! When you have to pass someone on the narrow walkway—or when a narrowboat glides past—you really appreciate just how narrow the aqueduct is and how high above the ground you are. There are also pleasant walking paths around the aqueduct, making it a great place to explore the area.
· via Google
Definitely worth a visit, if you are interested in architecture and engineering! There is ample space in the car park. Views from the bridge are fantastic! While we preferred to walk, we could see there are options to take boat ride or canoe yourself ! Staff in visitor center are friendly and provide detailed information! There are no tickets required to walk around. Toilets are near car park, and are usable.
· via Google
Had a really nice afternoon at the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct on a sunny day. The walk across is a bit scary at first (it’s high and fairly narrow), but once you get going it’s pretty relaxing, and the views over the river and countryside are brilliant. On a sunny day we met with a few people enjoying no the walk and everyone just seemed to be taking their time and enjoying it. There are some good walking paths around the area along the canal so we took a circular walk in the countryside. We finished off with lunch at the nearby The Corn Mill, which was great. Nice spot right by the river, good atmosphere, and the food was delicious. Perfect way to round off the afternoon. All in all, a really easy, enjoyable day out—definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area, especially when the weather’s on your side.
· via Google
Visitors say this aqueduct is an amazing feat of engineering with stunning views of the Dee Valley and surrounding countryside. They also highlight the various ways to experience it, including walking, taking a canal boat trip, or canoeing across. Guests mention the convenient and reasonably priced parking, as well as nearby cafes and pubs.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Trevor, Denbighshire, Llangollen, LL20 7TT Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.8 / 5 (7,960 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Wrexham