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North Wales on your doorstep
Some of our favourite places to head for when we fancy a day away from the park.
Pwllheli
The nearest seaside town, with a marina, harbour and shops — good for a rainy-day wander.
Photo: Geograph / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0
Criccieth
A pretty coastal town with its hilltop castle, a pebble-and-sand beach and famously good ice cream.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0
Portmeirion
The colourful Italianate village, around 12.6 miles from Hafan y Môr — roughly 22 minutes by car.
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Abersoch
Beaches, watersports, cafés and boutiques in a lively little coastal village on the Llŷn.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park
Mountains, lakes and waterfalls, with walks for every level and plenty of day-trip options.
Photo: Our own photo, taken on a day trip from the caravan
Llŷn Peninsula
Quiet coves, big sandy beaches and coast path walks all along this designated stretch of coastline.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Anglesey
The village with the famously long name, over on Anglesey — a fun photo stop on a longer day out.
Photo: Our own photo, taken on a day trip from the caravan
Things to do nearby
Pick your kind of North Wales adventure
From a gentle heritage railway ride to a full-speed zip line, there is plenty beyond the park for sunny days, rainy days and bigger family adventures.
Tickets, opening days and activities are controlled by each venue. Check and book directly before setting out.
- On the water
Hydro Pwllheli
Powerboat and personal-watercraft training from Pwllheli Marina, with options for beginners and more experienced visitors.
Courses and sessions should be booked directly in advance.
- On the water
Abersoch watersports
A lively coastal base for surfing, sailing, paddleboarding and other sea-based adventures around Abersoch.
Activities are weather-dependent; check the operator's current programme.
- Big adventures
Zip World Llechwedd
Underground and quarry adventures at Blaenau Ffestiniog, including Bounce Below and deep-mine experiences.
Age, height and weight restrictions apply; advance booking is recommended.
- Big adventures
Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
A bigger day trip for dramatic quarry scenery, Velocity zip-line experiences, mountain karting and tours.
Check restrictions, availability and weather conditions before travelling.
- Trains & mountains
Snowdon Mountain Railway
The famous mountain railway climbs from Llanberis towards the summit of Yr Wyddfa, with views across Eryri on clear days.
Seasonal and weather-dependent; summit services are not guaranteed. Pre-booking is essential.
- Trains & mountains
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
Heritage steam-train journeys through the mountains and coast of Eryri, with services departing from Porthmadog.
Timetables and routes vary by season, so check before your day out.
- Museums & heritage
Lloyd George Museum
A small museum in Llanystumdwy exploring the life of David Lloyd George, alongside his childhood home, Highgate.
Opening days and admission arrangements can vary seasonally.
- Museums & heritage
Porthmadog Maritime Museum
Discover the harbour town's shipbuilding, slate-trading and seafaring story inside a surviving slate shed.
A useful rainy-day stop; confirm seasonal opening before travelling.
- Museums & heritage
Llŷn Maritime Museum
Local objects and stories bring the seafaring and social history of the Llŷn Peninsula to life in Nefyn.
Check current opening dates directly with the museum.
- Family days out
GreenWood Family Park
Woodland adventure play and family rides, including the park's people-powered roller coaster near Y Felinheli.
The main park has seasonal opening dates; book and check what's open before travelling.
These are independent attractions and operators, not part of Haven. Travel conditions around the coast and mountains can vary, so allow plenty of time.
Your base
Hafan y Môr at the centre of it all
The park sits on the Llŷn coast, with the peninsula to the west and Eryri (Snowdonia) inland to the east.
- Pwllheli
- Criccieth
- Portmeirion
- Abersoch
- Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park
- Llŷn Peninsula
- Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Anglesey
Distances and journey times vary with traffic and the route you take, so please plan ahead.