Phil’s Guidebook to Anglesey
Sightseeing
A beautiful historic site nearby, supported by Cadw, with views of the Menai Straits.
7 locals recommend
Penmon Priory
B5109A beautiful historic site nearby, supported by Cadw, with views of the Menai Straits.
This fourteenth century castle is a significant part of the history of Wales - and a great place to visit for the day.
149 locals recommend
Beaumaris Castle
Castle StreetThis fourteenth century castle is a significant part of the history of Wales - and a great place to visit for the day.
Look for sea tours here! Rib rides and fishing trips are based on or near the pier, so if you want to go out on the water, this is the best place to start.
13 locals recommend
Beaumaris Pier
Look for sea tours here! Rib rides and fishing trips are based on or near the pier, so if you want to go out on the water, this is the best place to start.
A wide sandy beach just 10 minutes away by car. Ample parking and amenities. Suitable for swimming or catching the sun.
17 locals recommend
Llanddona Beach
A wide sandy beach just 10 minutes away by car. Ample parking and amenities. Suitable for swimming or catching the sun.
An ancient burial mound with unique marked stones. Sometimes there are tours, or you can get the keys from the local shop and go inside.
8 locals recommend
Barclodiad y Gawres
An ancient burial mound with unique marked stones. Sometimes there are tours, or you can get the keys from the local shop and go inside.
Sightseeing cruises from Beaumaris, where you can enjoy the stunning local coast by sea.
25 locals recommend
Seacoast Safaris - Puffin Island Boat Trips
Sightseeing cruises from Beaumaris, where you can enjoy the stunning local coast by sea.
Beautiful scenery, on a great sandy beach. Popular with photographers.
58 locals recommend
Llanddwyn Island
Beautiful scenery, on a great sandy beach. Popular with photographers.
A slice of our ancient past, preserved here on Anglesey.
15 locals recommend
Bryn Celli Ddu Burial Chamber
A slice of our ancient past, preserved here on Anglesey.
Castell Aberlleiniog
A hidden gem, tucked away in a woodland beside nearby Llangoed.
Local history - Plas Newydd is the historic house of the Marquess of Anglesey. It's preserved by the National Trust and features art by renowned painer Rex Whistler. Great for a day out.
132 locals recommend
National Trust - Plas Newydd House and Gardens
Local history - Plas Newydd is the historic house of the Marquess of Anglesey. It's preserved by the National Trust and features art by renowned painer Rex Whistler. Great for a day out.
Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Action and adventure! Zip through the local landscape.
A museum celebrating the copper mining industry on Parys mountain.
15 locals recommend
Copper Kingdom Centre
A museum celebrating the copper mining industry on Parys mountain.
South Stack features an iconic lighthouse, an RSPB observatory and ancient hut circles. Bring your camera!
108 locals recommend
South Stack Lighthouse
South Stack features an iconic lighthouse, an RSPB observatory and ancient hut circles. Bring your camera!
Aber Falls
A beautiful walk to see the falls.
Penrhyn Castle
A great day out, taking in a piece of local history.
A hidden treasure - beautiful formal gardens. Plenty to explore.
36 locals recommend
Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens
Cadnant RoadA hidden treasure - beautiful formal gardens. Plenty to explore.
Food scene
Ship Inn
Red Wharf BayGreat food with a lovely view over Red Wharf Bay.
Delicious ice cream - a perfect match for sunny weather.
17 locals recommend
Red Boat Ice Cream Parlour
34 Castle StDelicious ice cream - a perfect match for sunny weather.
The Pilot House Cafe
Great place for a snack or an ice cream when visiting Penmon Point.