Caernarfon Castle

This is a great castle to visit! A few more slightly finished rooms allow you to get more of a sense of how things would have looked than some other castles we’ve visited. There are also some rooms with more of an actual exhibit in them that help teach some of the history as well. Interesting to learn about the ceremony that took place here when Charles was invested as Prince of Wales. Great views from the top walls and turrets! There is also a very in depth museum about the Royal Welch Fusiliers inside the castle walls.

Impressively preserved given its popularity, this castle is a real gem. Be sure to visit the video room — the short film gives a great overview of the castle’s fascinating history. The climb up the towers is definitely worth it, even if the staircases are a bit narrow. Once at the top, you’re rewarded with stunning panoramic views over the town. A must-visit spot for history lovers and explorers alike.

A Truly Inclusive Gem – Caernarfon Castle As a disabled visitor using an electric wheelchair, I can say without hesitation that my experience at Caernarfon Castle was absolutely unforgettable — and deeply emotional in the best way possible. From the moment I arrived, I felt seen, welcomed, and respected. Entry was free of charge for disabled guests, a gesture that instantly set the tone for an inclusive and thoughtful visit. The accessibility features at the castle far exceeded my expectations: the lift to the top of the iconic Eagle Tower (known locally as the "bottlenecks") was not just functional — it was liberating. For the first time, I got to enjoy those breathtaking views and imagine the stories that echoed through the fortress walls, just like any other visitor would. A particularly moving highlight was meeting Trevor, a passionate and knowledgeable volunteer who shared the castle’s history with kindness and sincerity. His storytelling brought the past to life in a way that was engaging and personal. The adjoining Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum was another treasure — offering a fascinating look into military heritage, all presented in a way that was accessible and welcoming. But what truly stayed with me was the overwhelming gratitude I felt for everyone who made this possible. From thoughtful design to empathetic staff, Caernarfon Castle is a beacon of what accessibility should look like. I left with happy tears — humbled by the care and respect shown to visitors like me. Highly recommended, not just for the history, but for the heart. Thank you just doesn't seem to covert it.

My family and I did a self-planned castle tour of Wales, and this was definitely one of my favourite ones! We came a bit late in the day and I regret that because we didn’t get to see every single thing. We spent too long climbing the turrets! There is so much to see, so if you come give your self at least two hours. The grounds are well maintained, with a lot of extra information about the history of the castle and area. There are some excellent views from the walls and turrets as well.

Great visit with many floors and roofs intact so you can actually visit rooms inside. Many towers to climb, great views, lots of information in the film, room captions and in the Royal Welch Fusiliers museum within. Plenty of benches to sit and picnic, also a small cafe.

very nice castle. the view is amazing. only downside is how many steps there are and the is 1 lift that goes to a certain point in the castle. you have to climb all of the steps to get to the highest tower. but overall, it was an amazing experience cute gift shop too! has a really nice show room and loads of models of different things- like the castle, and the prince of Wales. easy to buy tickets. the view is so so beautiful. you can see the sea from the top, ans all of the mountains and the town.

Beautiful castle, very well maintained considering how many people visit! Do make sure to go to the video room, there’s an informative video played about the history of the castle. Worth climbing all towers even if the stairs are a little cramped. Beautiful views all around of the town once you climb up.

Definitely worth a visit, lots of great photo opportunities, great views of town and out on the estuary. Lots of towers to walk up and down and also lift access to the top floor of the King's Gate by the main entrance so reasonably friendly to those with mobility issues. Some of the stairs in the towers are very narrow, steep and worn but if that is an issue for you there are still plenty of places to walk around.

Caernarfon castle is an incredible well preserved castle that you can spend a good half day walking around and taking everything in

Caernarfon Castle was quite a reward after a long rainy drive through North Wales and the Snowdonia wildlife area. The weather was overcast and rainy, but the woman at the entrance was all sunshine! She advised me to get a 3 day adventure pass to save money and made recommendations for other locations for us to visit. After such a warm reception, we headed into the damp stone fortress -- the castle is huge and there are loads of places to explore. You could spend a lot of time in just the military history museum which is over 3 or 4 floors in one of the more complete towers with artifacts and multimedia presentations. The castle has plenty of stairs that lead up to high walkways and the views - even on an overcast day - amazing scenery. We really enjoyed this visit and highly recommend this castle on your list!

This castle is a medieval fortress created by King Edward I, and it is a World Heritage site. My husband had remarked that this was a proper castle, what you think of when you hear the word, and it is probably my favorite of the several castles that we visited on this trip.

Take the time exploring Caernarfon Castle. This is a large site with many historic displays for the visitor to consider. The overwhelming history, the massive construction of the castle deserves the time to explore at your leisure and enjoy. The views from the top of the castle walls are worth the difficult narrow stairways and crowds to endure. Note: This is a difficult site for the mobility challenged. The narrow stairways and large crowds can make navigating this site a challenge. However, if you stick to the grounds and the museum, you can still get an overall feel of this historic castle.

When I was growing up each morning when I opened my curtains I used to catch a glimpse of one corner of Conwy castle. Because of this Conwy is my favourite castle but I have to admit that Caernarfon castle is the most impressive castle in North Wales. It's much bigger than Conwy so there's more to explore and see. Unlike Conwy some parts of the castle have been renovated so you get some idea of what it was like to live there 700 years ago. There are plenty of corridors and steps to explore although I did find that many either lead to dead ends or locked doors so you often find yourself retracing your footsteps. There are also several exhibitions spread about the castle. One of the towers has a mini cinema which shows a 23 minute film every half hour. The film traces the history of North West Wales from the time the Romans first established a fort at Segontium. In another tower you'll find an exhibition covering Prince Charles' inaugauration as Prince of Wales. The throne used in the ceremony is on display here. Best of all is the Royal Welch Fusiliers museum which holds articles tracing the history of the regiment back to it's formation in 1689. Exhibits include tunics, hats, guns and medals including a number of Victoria Crosses. All in all this castle is well worth a visit.

Well you certainly get your money's worth in this castle - if you were paying by the step that is . I think the previous owner had a stairs and corridor fetish - there are loads of them! Great castle, good fitness workout, fantastic views of the sea and town, well worth a visit. Few nice exhibitions thrown in too. Castell hyfryd i ymweld â.

Interesting tour of the castle. Wonderfully laid out with loads of historical 'educational' material to read explaining the conception of the 'Prince of Wales' over the ages. You could spend hours in this building climbing the steep stone stairs to the battlements and towers. Worth the trek up just to take in the views of the surrounding landscape.

Spectacular, even if it's not finished! I was surprised at some of the technical details--the combined arrow loops that provide much better cover and allow more archers to fire from one loop and the amazing security of the King's Gate amongst others. The displays were informative and the staff very friendly and helpful. The only downside was of course the endless procession of narrow stairways, many of the cirrcular, that my bad knees rebeled at. It occurs to me that now, some 400 years down the way, since Eddie I's castles have become tourist attractions, He's finally done something nice for the Welsh.

Glorious to see and experience. Be careful climbing the spiral staircases. The views are spectacular and worth the climb. If you are in North Wales don't miss this stunning castle!

As a castle enthusiast i cn honesty tell you this is one of the largest complex castles in the world . Built by Edward to control and intimidate the Welsh it was never completely finished but even so is a magnificent enclosure castle with high walls riddled with tunnels held together with huge towers . And amazingly good value too .

Caernarfon Castle is one of the series of castles Edward I build ringing Wales. In more modern times, it was used for the investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales in 1969. There is a lot of history here! It's a beautiful rustic castle, right in the heart of Caernarfon. It's been several years since I've been there, but I think of it often. It is perhaps my favorite of the castles I've visited.

A castle I really enjoyed visiting. I found it really interesting to learn about with lots of information that was provided and information in the guide book. There are a number of exhibitions in the castles towers. Caernarfon Castle is architecturally one of the most impressive of all of the castles in Wales.

I had a really good day out here. The castle is really well preserved so you can see a lot of how life was here. There is an interesting bit about Prince Charles' investiture which took place within the castle grounds. A new bridge has opened in the last day or two which allows much easier access for people with limited mobility.

I absolutely loved exploring this castle for a day. It was SO worth the 1.5hour bus ride from Llandudno. The bus ride itself was magical. Yes, magical. How lucky are the Welsh, to get to ride through amazing medieval architecture, enjoy the beautiful Irish Sea on one side and never-ending greenery on the other? The castle is SO worth your time and money. Prepare to spend the whole day there. You will lose yourself in the different towers and chambers and hidden paths and bridges and be transported back to centuries ago. Stunning exhibits, lots of interactive audio and visual displays and if you're a history buff like me, you will be in heaven. The souvenir stores are great but my favorite is the small one in the castle itself, as opposed to the right of the entrance. The staff was so warm and helpful and volunteered interesting trivia. The city itself is charming. A kabob store right where you alight from the no. 5 bus, a quaint bar behind the castle and several souvenir shops with anything and everything Welsh. Left my heart in Wales. For sure.

Fantastic. When I visited the UK, we had the most fun in Wales. The Welsh are great people and this place is a great stop. It is worth going to Wales just to see the Snowdonia mountains.

By far the most complete castle I've visited in North Wales. You can access the majority of the castle and it's views are astonishing. Prices are good and the experience is unforgettable. Take a good half day to explore the castle. Immerse yourself in history and imagine the exhilaration, fear and disorientation the soldiers would have felt when they were called to action stations.

A lovely castle to visit. Very enjoyable it you love learning about history and life. Its in the heart of caernarfon and is one of the main attraction in the area, especially for the reason that prince charles was investitured there. Its epecially lovely in the evening when they put all the sourounding light on, it makes it look majnifisant. It lovely to take the children there but I think the would benefit it more when they are going up to high school as they will appritiate it more.