Dan’s Guidebook
Food scene
In the centre of Betws y Coed, just behind the station. Great pizza, with vegan and vegetarian options
30 locals recommend
Hangin' Pizzeria
1 Station RdIn the centre of Betws y Coed, just behind the station. Great pizza, with vegan and vegetarian options
In the centre of Betws y Coed, just behind the station. Good food, coffee and cakes with low gluten, veggie and vegan options
21 locals recommend
The Alpine Coffee Shop
In the centre of Betws y Coed, just behind the station. Good food, coffee and cakes with low gluten, veggie and vegan options
Great deli in the centre of Betws, just behind the station. Sells lots of specialist foods including fresh olives, cheeses etc.
Iechyd Da
Station RoadGreat deli in the centre of Betws, just behind the station. Sells lots of specialist foods including fresh olives, cheeses etc.
Ty Gwyn Hotel
Very near the AirBnb
In the centre of Betws y Coed, just behind the station. Best ice cream in Betws! Gluten free and vegan options available too.
Cadwaladers
Station RoadIn the centre of Betws y Coed, just behind the station. Best ice cream in Betws! Gluten free and vegan options available too.
Between Betws y Coed and Llanrwst, Ffin y Parc is a small gallery with a nice cafe serving cakes and coffee.
24 locals recommend
Ffin y Parc Gallery
24 Betws RdBetween Betws y Coed and Llanrwst, Ffin y Parc is a small gallery with a nice cafe serving cakes and coffee.
Tir A Mor
9 Denbigh StIn Llanrwst. Great fish and chip shop.
Great Indian takeaway in Llanrwst- pick up only. Good vegetarian options but they can’t cater for allergies of any kind.
31 locals recommend
Ty Asha Balti House
4 Denbigh StGreat Indian takeaway in Llanrwst- pick up only. Good vegetarian options but they can’t cater for allergies of any kind.
Bodnant Cookery School
Great cafe and farm shop. Cafe is dog friendly.
Behind the station in Betws y Coed. Loads of great beers to choose from, brewed in Porthmadog.
Purple Moose Brewery Shop - Betws-y-Coed
Station RoadBehind the station in Betws y Coed. Loads of great beers to choose from, brewed in Porthmadog.
Sightseeing
Betws-y-Coed
Between Betws y Coed and Blaenau Ffestiniog. A true Welsh castle. It’s not possible to go inside but the walk to the castle and round the ruins is pleasant and not too difficult. Park in the lay-by off the main road , on the right if you are coming from Betws y Coed. Walk slightly up the road (away from Betws) and go through the farm gate on the right. This is the footpath to the castle.
15 locals recommend
Dolwyddelan Castle
A470Between Betws y Coed and Blaenau Ffestiniog. A true Welsh castle. It’s not possible to go inside but the walk to the castle and round the ruins is pleasant and not too difficult. Park in the lay-by off the main road , on the right if you are coming from Betws y Coed. Walk slightly up the road (away from Betws) and go through the farm gate on the right. This is the footpath to the castle.
Fantastic gardens and cafes, check National Trust website for prices, dog friendly days and opening times.
194 locals recommend
National Trust - Bodnant Garden
Bodnant RoadFantastic gardens and cafes, check National Trust website for prices, dog friendly days and opening times.
Stunning beach with miles of sand and great views near to Harlech itself and the castle
56 locals recommend
Harlech Beach
Stunning beach with miles of sand and great views near to Harlech itself and the castle
Slightly further afield, near Pwllheli, this is a lovely gallery near to Llanbedrog beach. There’s a cafe and shop and you can walk in the grounds.
54 locals recommend
Plas Glyn y Weddw Gallery
Slightly further afield, near Pwllheli, this is a lovely gallery near to Llanbedrog beach. There’s a cafe and shop and you can walk in the grounds.
Adventure
Zip World Fforest
A470Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Snowdon