Snowdonia Betws-y-Coed
A forest village at the edge of Wales's highest mountains.
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160 kmThings to do
2 days in Snowdonia
Day 1
- MorningWalk to Swallow Falls and the Fairy Glen near Betws-y-Coed.
- AfternoonRide the Snowdon Mountain Railway up Yr Wyddfa, or hike the Miners' Track.
- EveningHave dinner in a pub in Betws-y-Coed.
Day 2
Visit the slate caverns of Blaenau Ffestiniog or ride the Ffestiniog steam railway.
What to eat
Welsh cakes and Welsh rarebit.
Local tips
Make the most of Snowdonia
Beat the crowds
Summer weekends are very busy. Weekdays and spring are calmer.
Best photo spot
The Swallow Falls in the forest, and the old stone bridges over the river.
Getting there
Trains run to Betws-y-Coed on the Conwy Valley line.
Don't miss nearby
Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) and the slate town of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Good to know
Snowdon's summit trains and car parks fill up in summer; book or start early. The weather changes quickly in the mountains.
Secret spots
2 secret spots near Snowdonia
Our most hidden places around Snowdonia: fewer people, same wow. Unlock them with a route in Google Maps and a PDF guide of Snowdonia to take with you.
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Getting to Snowdonia
Getting there
- Liverpool Airport (LPL)70 km away
- Manchester Airport (MAN)105 km away
- Liverpool65 km away
- Manchester110 km away
Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.
Weather this week
Best time to visit: All year
At a glance
Questions
Snowdonia: good to know
Is Snowdonia worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you like nature. A forest village at the edge of Wales's highest mountains.
How many days do you need in Snowdonia?
Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.
When is the best time to visit Snowdonia?
You can visit all year. Summer weekends are very busy. Weekdays and spring are calmer.
How do you get to Snowdonia?
The nearest airport is Liverpool Airport (LPL), about 70 km away. Trains run to Betws-y-Coed on the Conwy Valley line.
What is there to see near Snowdonia?
Nearby hidden places include Liverpool (64 km), Ludlow (109 km) and Manchester (112 km).