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Village in North Wales
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Llanberis is in North Wales, 7 miles away from Caernarfon. It is the 'base camp' for Mount Snowdon.
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One of the finest of the Welsh castles
Welsh Slate Museum
Temporarily closed (as of 2025). Pop-up exhibits at the Quarry Hospital.
Rheilffordd yr Wyddfa
Singles and returns available. Singles up the mountain can be pre-booked; those down are subject to availability.
Parc Gwledig Padarn
Several walks through Dimorwig Slate Quarry, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Allow 2-3 hours.
Surf-lines
Supplying a range of water sports equipment and activities from their base in Snowdonia, North Wales. Activities and equipment rental are available with changing facilities.
A wide choice of food from breakfasts to a variety of lunches and snacks. Ideally located for Snowdon Mountain Railway and the Electric Mountain. Full parking and disabled access.
renowned climbers café
A destination for walkers and climbers since 1978. Serves a wide range of food from traditional breakfasts to modern European dishes, all prepared fresh on the premises. The café also has a resource centre for climbers and walkers.
Snowdonia Watersports Café
Cafe with home-cooked food. Nice views from the rooftop terrace/balcony over the lake and mountains.
The Peak Restaurant
The menu changes every month using seasonal and local produce.
Rustic hotel & restaurant overlooking Lake Padarn outside Llanberis
3 Star Hotel next to the Mountain Railway terminus and set in 30 acres of grounds which include Dolbadarn Castle
1953-mountaineering themed hotel, Hillary and Tenzing trained here for their Everest ascent. Open Mar-mid Nov, booking only by phone.
A selection of arts, crafts, souvenirs and Welsh confectionery and preserves. Full parking and disabled access.
By train
Bangor is the closest station to Llanberis. Hiring a cab from there costs around £20.
By car
Llanberis is on the A4086 Caernarfon to Betwys-y-Coed road. The B4547 branches off just west of town for Bangor, Conwy and the A55.
On foot easily. You may also want to take a ride on Llanberis Lake Railway (£6.00)
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