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Regular concerts of classical music during term time, usually on Thursday and Saturday evenings. Performers include professional orchestras, chamber ensembles and soloists, and there are also concerts of electroacoustic music and regular performances by the University's own choirs and orchestras.
Also known as Garth Pier, this Victorian pier opened in 1896 and reaches halfway across the Menai Straits to the Isle of Anglesey. At the end of the pier is the Whistlestop Cafe, which is popular and well-known locally for its scones.
A neo-Norman Victorian fantasy castle from the 19th century, Penrhyn Castle is now a National Trust property. It contains a collection of "Norman" style furniture and old masters' paintings. It has a shop, tea room, a doll museum, two galleries and an industrial railway museum. Can be considered well over the top in the desire to impress but the kitchen quarters and the walled garden are particularly to be recommended.
Two splendidly situated bird hides administered by the North Wales Wildlife Trust. Birds frequently seen include little egrets and kingfishers.
A 6th-century cathedral with attractive architecture. The focal point of the city.
formerly Gwynedd Museum and Art Gallery
Tells the story of the people of Bangor and Gwynedd over previous centuries.
Bangor City Football Club's home ground, near the town centre. A good place to go on match days to soak the atmosphere and to meet real Bangor locals.