Criccieth Castle
Porthmadog, Gwynedd
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About Criccieth Castle
This striking medieval fortress overlooking Cardigan Bay offers families a captivating journey into Wales' turbulent past, with dramatic ruins to explore and stunning coastal views to enjoy.
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel.
What visitors say
Good castle on the south coast of the Llyn peninsula. It has great views of the coast and the mountains of Snowdonia. Steep climb to get to it so not really suitable for the elderly and infirm. Some steep drops so children have to be supervised. The visitor's centre has some historical context on the castle.
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Interactive exhibition upon entry with a lovely little gift shop. Entry cost was reasonable and worth a visit. The castle is a ruin and there are many informative pieces as you walk through the grounds. The views out to sea and across the bay are spectacular!
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Im not a fan of castles but my partner is. This castle was alright. Quite small but only cheap to get in. But the veiws from the castle were great. Id say worth a visit if your into castles.
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The views over to Black Rock Sands were stunning. Full of history. Dogs are not allowed on the beach.
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At a glance
- Address
- Castle Street, Criccieth, LL52 0DP
- Category
- Castles & Palaces
- Suitable for
- Ages 9+
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Porthmadog