Llandudno
The grand dame of Welsh seaside resorts.
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Llandudno is the largest and most elegant seaside resort in Wales, a sweeping Victorian promenade curving between two headlands beneath the great limestone hump of the Great Orme. It grew as a planned resort in the 1850s and has kept its pier, its tramway and its period grandeur.
Staying near Llandudno
A polished seaside base just north of the Conwy valley, good for those who want a proper promenade, hotels and a pier alongside easy access to Snowdonia and Conwy.
What's here
The pier and the promenade; the Great Orme by tramway, cable car or the toll road, with its summit views and wild goats; the Alice in Wonderland trail; and the beaches on either headland.
When to visit
Year-round as a resort; summer for the beach and pier. It is busy on fine weekends given its size and rail links.
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Common questions
What is there to do in Llandudno?
Llandudno offers a classic Victorian seaside experience — a long promenade, a pier, and the Great Orme headland reached by tramway or cable car, with summit views, wild Kashmiri goats and an ancient copper mine. There is also an Alice in Wonderland trail, linked to the town's connection with the real Alice Liddell.
Is Llandudno a good base for Snowdonia and Conwy?
Yes. Llandudno sits at the seaward end of the Conwy valley, with the walled town of Conwy a few minutes away and Snowdonia within about 30 to 40 minutes. It suits visitors who want a full-service seaside resort as a base for exploring the mountains and coast.