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Wrexham and the Dee Valley

Wrexham: The small Welsh city that’s captured the attention of Hollywood – and now it’s rolling out the red carpet for you. Visit the top filming locations from Welcome to Wrexham (2022–), cheer on the boys at the STōK Cae Ras and toast their victory (here’s hoping) at the Turf pub. But it’s not all about football in these parts – get your blood pumping with sky-high canoeing at a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We hope you like heights…

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1 Trip item 1 of 5 for day 1

Cracking canoeing at the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

  • Experience
  • 3 hours

Photo by: Bearded Men Adventures

A group paddling kayaks across a viaduct with scenic views of Snowdonia/Eryri National Park

This is no ordinary watersports trip: the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is one of the tallest navigable aqueducts in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by glorious countryside views. Are you brave enough to peek over the edge to the river 38 metres (126ft) below? The adventure is suitable for those of basic fitness level, and all gear is provided – you’ll just need a head for heights! If you’ve watched Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024), the aqueduct might look familiar... The Aardman Animations team were inspired by it for the film’s dramatic canal boat finale.  

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2 Trip item 2 of 5 for day 1

Catch a match at The Racecourse

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Crown Copyright

A packed football stadium at night

Visit the football ground that’s at the heart of Welcome to Wrexham (2022–), the story of two unlikely Hollywood actors taking over a Welsh football club. Wrexham AFC play their home games here, so check to see if there’s a match on during your visit – you could be cheering from the sidelines alongside Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney!  

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3 Trip item 3 of 5 for day 1

Stop for a pint at The Turf pub

  • Place to Eat
  • 1-2 hours
  • Low budget

Photo by: Visit Wales

Entrance to a British pub with a sign that reads 'The Turf'.

The go-to spot for Wrexham fans pre- and post-game, you’ll find The Turf next door to The Racecourse and kitted out with football memorabilia and club history. Naturally it’s featured in Welcome to Wrexham (2022–), where viewers were introduced to charismatic landlord Wayne Jones. Who knows, you might be lucky enough to share a pint with some other famous faces here too!  

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4 Trip item 4 of 5 for day 1

Get crafty at Tŷ Pawb

  • Shopping
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Visit Wales

Exterior view of a building with a sign that reads 'Ty Pawb'.

Meet local creatives or learn a new skill at this multi-venue cultural space that brings together art, performance, shopping and food. Workshops cover a diverse range of topics, with anything from rooftop gardening to pottery taking place here, while exhibits have a focus on social and community issues. When your thoughts have been sufficiently provoked, head to the food court to try dishes from local traders.  

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5 Trip item 5 of 5 for day 1

Get hands-on with science at Xplore!

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Travelling with kids? The budding scientists in your family will go bonkers for Xplore! Science Discovery Centre. From mind-blowing live science shows to interactive exhibits, there’s plenty to keep youngsters occupied – perfect for a rainy day.   

Southern and eastern Snowdonia (Eryri)

Expect big things from Snowdonia (Eryri) – after all, it’s home to the highest mountain in England and Wales. This real-life adventure playground will set your heart racing with white-water rafting and gnarly mountain biking. For a slower pace, your carriage awaits for a steam-powered journey on the Ffestiniog Railway. Whatever your mode of transport, keep your eyes peeled for filming locations galore – from Nativity 2 (2012) to World War Z (2013). 

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1 Trip item 1 of 4 for day 2

Take the plunge on a white-water adventure

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales, all rights reserved

People wearing wetsuits and helmets paddling down a rapid

Speed down the rapids on the River Tryweryn, smack in the heart of the scenic Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park. Hurl around the natural rapids of this dam-controlled river which feeds high flows all year along. While here why not take a plunge into some new adventures from scrambling, sliding and swimming with its canyoning course, or check out its Orca white water adventure – for the seriously brave. Did you spot Mr Peterson (Doctor Who’s David Tennant) and Mr Poppy (Marc Wootton) taking on the rapids here in Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger (2010)? 

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2 Trip item 2 of 4 for day 2

Step into Blaenau Ffestiniog’s slate scenery

  • Sightseeing
  • Free

Photo by: Alex Sedgmond Photography / Visit Wales

Three people walking along a train platform.

Once the slate capital of the world, Blaenau Ffestiniog has reinvented itself as one of Wales’ adventure hotspots. Part of the Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales UNESCO World Heritage Site, Blaenau was once dubbed ‘slate city’ thanks to its quarrying. These days, these quarries are the ultimate adventure playground, and you’re more likely to see zipliners than miners. Enjoy a zoom with a view at Zip World Llechwedd or tee off at the world’s first adventure golf in a cave. There’s even an underground trampoline park here, Bounce Below. The town makes a great base for hiking and mountain biking, with plenty of accommodation and dining options. Did you know that Blaenau Ffestiniog doubled for Cardiff in World War Z (2013)? 

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3 Trip item 3 of 4 for day 2

Saddle up for Antur Stiniog’s brilliant bike trails

  • Experience

Photo by: Visit Wales

People mountain biking down a steep hill.

Shred the trails around Blaenau Ffestiniog at this popular bike park, with the Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales UNESCO World Heritage Site as your backdrop. Choose from 14 gravity-fed trails, with options for every level of rider, and you can either bring your own bike or rent one of the top-notch Saracen Bikes. The best bit is the mountain bike uplift service, which ferries you and your bike to the top of the trails.

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4 Trip item 4 of 4 for day 2

Go full steam ahead on the Ffestiniog Railway

  • Experience
  • 2-3 hours

No need to lace up your hiking boots to experience all the ups and downs of Snowdonia (Eryri). All aboard the Ffestiniog Railway, connecting Blaenau Ffestiniog with the pretty coastal town of Porthmadog. Why not upgrade your ticket to travel in luxury in the Pullman First Class Carriages? From Porthmadog, it’s well worth taking a detour to the Italianate village of Portmeirion, just a 10-minute drive away. Filled with colourful baroque architecture, Portmeirion was the filming location of cult classic TV series The Prisoner in the 1960s. 

Central Snowdonia (Eryri)

Snowdonia’s UNESCO-listed slate landscapes have made a cameo in many a film, and you never know who you might spot on your visit: James Bond, Lara Croft, Wonder Woman and even the Witcher himself. Follow in their footsteps to fairytale castles, steep valleys and roaring waterfalls – the magic of the movies is never far away in this fantastical countryside. 

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1 Trip item 1 of 5 for day 3

Admire the glacial landscapes around Llyn Padarn

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Crown Copyright / Visit Wales

Friends having a picnic in grassland by a glacially formed lake.

Discoverthe glacial landscapes of slate-studded Snowdonia (Eryri), shaped over thousands of years. At the 800-acre Padarn Country Park, you can learn about the area’s industrial heritage at the Quarry Hospital, take a ride on the Llanberis Lake Railway or relax at the lakeside Sawna Bach (‘little sauna’). The nearby Dinorwig Quarry – once the world’s second-largest slate mine – features as a backdrop in House of the Dragon, while Llyn Padarn lake is rumoured to appear on The Witcher series four. Watch this space… 

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2 Trip item 2 of 5 for day 3

Soak in the views from Dolbadarn Castle

  • Experience
  • 1 hour
  • Free

Photo by: Crown Copyright / Visit Wales

Ruins of a castle in the countryside surrounded by mountains.

Enjoy tip-top views of Llyn Peris from Dolbadarn Castle, built by medieval Welsh ruler Llywelyn the Great. Free to visit, the castle’s crowning glory is its 50ft (15.2m)-high round tower. The cast and crew of The Witcher were spotted filming here in 2024, so look out for it in series four. You can spot Llyn Peris, meanwhile, in James Bond outing Quantum of Solace – and it’s not 007’s only trip to Snowdonia (Eryri), either. From Russia with Love and The World is Not Enough both feature the National Park’s show-stopping scenery.

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3 Trip item 3 of 5 for day 3

Bring on the drama of the Ogwen Valley

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Photo by: VisitBritain/Nadir Khan

Location: Ogwen Valley, Snowdonia, Wales

Male hiker admiring view from a pinnacle rock formation

Looking for an incredible hiking destination? The waterfalls and woodlands of this ancient glacier valley – spotted in House of the Dragon (2024) – are yours to explore, surrounded by Snowdonia’s (Eryri’s) mighty mountain peaks. There are trails and climbs for all abilities, including the National Trust’s 2.9 mile (4.64km) trail around Llyn Ogwen, its namesake lake. The nearby visitor centre features a snack bar, facilities and an exhibition about the local area.

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4 Trip item 4 of 5 for day 3

Be wowed by the power of Swallow Falls

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Photo by: VisitWales

Rhaeadr Ewynnol (Swallow Falls) in Snowdonia/Eryri National Park, Wales

Just outside the village of Betws-y-Coed, Swallow Falls – known as Rhaeadr Ewynnol in Welsh – is where the River Llugwy thunders through a natural stone cascade, a beautiful spot for picnics, walks and photography. The falls’ viewing areas are surrounded by beech and birch woodlands, with a choice of both easy-access and challenging hiking trails; it is open all year round. This dramatic landscape features in the breathtaking opening sequence of Wonder Woman 1984 (2020), starring Gal Gadot.  

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5 Trip item 5 of 5 for day 3

Dip a toe in tranquil Llyn Gwynant

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Crown Copyright Visit Wales

Woman in hat standing in front of lake with mist and mountain backdrop.

Walking and wild swimming adventures await at this peaceful lake with its own campsite. If you want to summit Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), it makes a restful overnight stop before your ascent. Bring a swimming costume or wetsuit, because you’ll want to make a splash in Llyn Gwynant. The water quality is good, but be aware that the water can be very cold. Fun fact: Llyn Gwynant Campsite became a Chinese village in Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life, back in 2003.

Northern Snowdonia (Eryri)

Follow the Conwy Valley as it weaves through Snowdonia to the north Wales coast. The world-famous beauty of Bodnant Garden plays a leading role in this neck of the woods – recognise it from The Secret Garden (2020)? Extend your trip with a detour to the seaside resort of Llandudno (featured in Apple’s 2025 release The Gorge), where you can ride its iconic tram up the Great Orme or take a stroll along Wales’ longest pier. 

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1 Trip item 1 of 5 for day 4

Swing through the treetops on a high ropes adventure

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Matt Cant

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For those who dare, adrenaline lovers and the gently curious alike, head to the idyllic woodland setting of the Conwy Valley and take on Zip World Fforest. For forest-based adventures there’s also the Fforest Coaster, bouncing fun on Treetop Nets or zip line and adventure courses high in the trees. And if that’s only just whet your appetite, check out Europe’s highest giant swing, Skyride 2.

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2 Trip item 2 of 5 for day 4

Explore Bodnant Garden

  • Sightseeing
  • 2-3 hours

Photo by: partycjaandjack

Pink Flowers in Bodnant Gardens

In the foothills of north Wales, this Victorian vision set the scene for the film adaptation of The Secret Garden (2020). The first laburnum arch and magnolias in Britain were found here in Bodnant Gardens. These pioneering gardens were filled with plants collected by global explorers and today you can find national collections, sweeping lawns and gardens with rare varieties of plants, all cared for by the National Trust and set against the stunning backdrop of the Carneddau mountains. 

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3 Trip item 3 of 5 for day 4

Relax at Wave Garden Spa

  • Experience
  • 2-3 hours

Photo by: Wave Garden Spa

A couple in a pool as part of a spa treatment at Wave Garden Spa

Whether for a soothing spa day or an indulgent overnight stay, this health club in Snowdonia (Eryri) features outdoor hydrotherapy pools, a steam suite, Himalayan salt room and more. Its treatment menu is long and luxurious, featuring massages, facials, scrubs and rituals, as well as traditional hammam experiences. 

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3 Trip item 3 of 5 for day 3

Discover Conwy Castle

  • Sightseeing
  • 2-3 hours

Photo by: VisitBritain/David Angel

Location: North Wales

A castle lit up at night in winter snow near harbour

Standing tall for more than 700 years, this medieval fortress overlooks the pretty town of Conwy – and both are a joy to explore. It’s one of four north Wales castles to be celebrated by UNESCO for its cultural importance, and its events bring the area’s history to life.

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5 Trip item 5 of 5 for day 4

Watch the sunset from the Sychnant Pass

  • Experience
  • 1 hour
  • Free

If time allows, take a stroll (or drive) to the northernmost pass in the Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park for a sneak peek of your next destination. Just outside Conwy’s walls, the Sychnant Pass snakes through carpets of gorse and past grazing wild ponies, with plenty of hiking trails to enjoy. Stop off at the car park at the top of the pass for breathtaking views of Anglesey. Did you know Highlander’s (1986) final scenes were filmed in this area?  

Anglesey

Even the entrance to Wales’ largest island is impressive – the epic Menai Suspension Bridge, which had the longest span in the world when it opened in 1826. Whether you’re looking for brilliant beaches, medieval history or House of the Dragon filming locations, Anglesey has it all – and more. Known as Môn Mam Cymru – Anglesey, mother of Wales – in the local lingo, you’ll be made to feel like one of the family at its welcoming inns and cafes.   

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1 Trip item 1 of 4 for day 5

Do lots in Dolittle’s Menai Bridge

  • Sightseeing
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Photo by: Visit Wales

Landscape view of a suspension bridge over a river.

At the time it was built, this was the world’s biggest suspension bridge – but it’s hard not to be wowed by it today. Drive across it, from Bangor to the Isle of Anglesey, to experience it in all its glory – as seen in 2020’s Dolittle, starring Robert Downey Jr. The nearby town that shares the bridge’s name is a feast for foodies – enjoy refined Welsh cuisine at Michelin-starred Sosban & The Old Butchers, top-notch seafood at Dylan’s and deli treats at & Caws. 

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2 Trip item 2 of 4 for day 5

Enjoy seaside shopping in Beaumaris

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: VisitBritain/Lee Beel

A shop window and a number of wooden signs.

Known as the ‘Anglesey Riviera’ for its fabulous coastline and handsome promenade, this north Wales town – featured in House of the Dragon (2024) – is a joy to explore. Take a sea-breezy walk on the pier, explore the Victorian jail and courthouse, and immerse yourself in over 700 years of history at its magnificent namesake castle, which was built (but never finished) by King Edward I in the late 1200s. 

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3 Trip item 3 of 4 for day 5

Explore the historic treasures of Penmon Point (Trwyn Du)

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

A short drive from Beaumaris, Penmon Point is a medieval treasure trove. A monastery was first established here in the 6th century, although the priory remains you can see today are largely from the 13th century. See the ornate 10th-century cross in the church and spot the ancient holy well. Refuel at the beachside Pilot House Cafe, with views over to Penmon’s distinctive black-and-white lighthouse and Puffin Island (Ynys Seiriol). You might even spot a Targaryen or two – House of the Dragon’s second series (2024) was filmed at Penmon. 

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4 Trip item 4 of 4 for day 5

Fall in love with Llanddwyn Island

  • Sightseeing
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Photo by: Crown Copyright / Visit Wales

A young family picnicing on a beach with a lighthouse in the background.

Star in your own romcom at the home of Wales’ patron saint of lovers, Santes Dwynwen. Back in the fifth century, Dwynwen became a nun and set up a convent on the island – you can see the ruins of it today. Make a pilgrimage here with that special someone, and stroll hand-in-hand along sandy Llanddwyn Beach for a date to remember. House of the Dragon was filmed here in 2023. 

Llŷn Peninsula

For some of Britain’s best coastal scenery, you can’t beat this National Landscape jutting out into the Irish Sea. With almost 100 miles (160km) of seaside to explore, you’re spoiled for choice with activities. Will you spend the day sunbathing on one of its picture-perfect beaches, hiking along its clifftop paths or conquering its medieval castles? The sands here are a big draw for filmmakers – don’t miss the filming locations from The Last Kingdom (2010–2015), First Knight (1995) and Half Light (2006). 

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1 Trip item 1 of 5 for day 6

Experience the symphony of the Whistling Sands (Porthor)

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Photo by: Visit Wales

A woman and two dogs overlooking a sandy beach and the ocean.

Listen up – every footstep along this gorgeous sandy beach makes a distinct sound. Porthor beach – better known as Whistling Sands – is one of just two beaches in Europe where you can hear the sand squeak, caused by the shape and silica content of the grains. It’s a fascinating phenomenon and something to experience at least once in your life. If you’re a fan of The Last Kingdom, you may recognise this beach from the series. 

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2 Trip item 2 of 5 for day 6

Bring your binoculars – and your appetite – to Porthdinllaen

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Photo by: Visit Wales

Two people walking along a sandy beach with the ocean to one side and pubs and shops on the other side.

Glimpse a Wales of yesteryear at this quaint fishing village with its superstar pub, the Tŷ Coch Inn. Enjoy a pint in the beer garden that’s literally a step away from the beach and watch the fishers at work. Or bring your binoculars and spot the grey seals, oystercatchers and cormorants who call this corner of Wales home. In romantic thriller Half Light, starring Demi Moore, Porthdinllaen stands in for a Scottish fishing village. 

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3 Trip item 3 of 5 for day 6

Climb the towers of Criccieth Castle

  • Experience
  • 2-3 hours

Photo by: Visit Wales

A castle on top of a hill beside a beach, surrounded by colourful buildings.

Standing proudly over Cardigan Bay, these mighty ruins look straight out of a storybook. Its history is the stuff of a war epic, too: built by Welsh medieval princes, claimed by England’s Edward I, then burned down by Wales’ Owain Glyndŵr, all by the 15th century. Discover Wales medieval past for yourself and enjoy sweeping views over the town of Criccieth and the craggy peaks of Snowdonia (Eryri). There are regular guided tours of the site which reveal the site’s secrets. 

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4 Trip item 4 of 5 for day 6

Feast on Welsh seafood at Dylan’s 

  • Place to Eat
  • 1-2 hours

Photo by: Visit Wales

A chef plating up a bowl of mussels in a restaurant.

From Anglesey scallops to Menai mussels, Welsh seafood is the star of the show at these seaside restaurants. Dylan’s Criccieth is an art deco beauty with a huge glass frontage for unbeatable views of the sea. The dishes here put local produce front and centre, with a mouth-watering menu of pasta, pizzas and burgers. If you’ve room for dessert, the homemade sticky toffee pudding is always a delight. Hungry for more? Check out its restaurants in Menai Bridge, Llandudno, Conwy and Barmouth too. 

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5 Trip item 5 of 5 for day 6

Make a splash at Black Rock Sands 

  • Experience
  • 1-2 hours
  • Free

Welcome to one of the Llŷn’s most popular beaches – and with good reason. At almost two miles (3.2km) long, there’s heaps of room to make waves. Into watersports? You can bring your car onto the beach for easy unloading of your gear. If you’re a fan of medieval movies, you might recognise this stretch of sands from First Knight (1995), starring Sean Connery and Richard Gere.  

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