Llandudno, Places to Visit, Things to See, Places to Go
There is loads of stuff to do in and around Llandudno whether you are active and looking for adventure or prefer to relax and take in the towns beautiful scenery. Llandudno is perfectly framed between the two Orme's and the Great Orme has many attactions and activities from skiing to exploring the wildlife that calls the area home.
Beaches for Everyone
Llandudno boasts two long sandy beaches each with its own unique character. The North Shore is close to the town's centre and its long Victorian promenade is lined with hotels and framed beautifully between the two Orme's. The promenade is unspoiled by shops and is wide and curved and is popular with walkers and cyclists. Llandudno's Victorian pier stands at the western end of the promenade and offers perfect views of the bay and Great Orme. Boat trips are available from the jetty and deck chair hire is available in the summer. For the adventurous a trip beyond the pier opens into a rocky shoreline in the shadow of Happy Vallery. Here visitors can search for the marine life or just enjoy some time away from the main beach.
The West Shore is different in character and if often less busy due to its distance from the town centre which is approximately a 20 minute gentle walk from the town centre. The west shore beach is very flat so visitors should beware as the tide moves very quickly. At the south end of the beach sand dunes back onto the North Wales golf course and are popular for those looking for solitude. The west shore also has a boating pool as well as a children's play area and with a small shopping area just 2 minutes walk away it can be the perfect place to enjoy to the beach away from the crowds.
A Visit to Venue Cymru
Llandudno boasts one of north Wales' best theatre and conference centres in Venue Cymru ideally situated on the promenade with its own parking facilities. The theatre has regular performances every week throughout the year and is a popular draw for many top artists and shows.
The theatre boasts its own restaurant and the conference centre is regularly used by the main political parties as the centre for their annual conferences in north Wales.
