Castell Harlech

**5/5 Stars** We had a fantastic time visiting Harlech Castle! There is a car park but it is rather small with around 30 spaces, with two disabled bays and two electric car charging spaces, so parking can be difficult if busy but there were signs to other car parks. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel very welcome, from the friendly pay desk to the lovely cafe. The toilets were spotless, which is always a nice considering how often they were used. When we entered the castle over a bridge with a view we were met by narrators, dressed in costume, who really brought the history of the castle to life! Yet with out the narrators we enjoyed the castle and it's amazing views as they were simply breathtaking, especially it you walk around on the top walk way. After exploring, we ended our visit with tea and cake at the cafe. The service was outstanding, with a lovely, chatty gentleman who served us who made our experience even more enjoyable. I had the coffee and walnut cake, which was absolutely delicious, and my husband had the Victoria sponge, which was also top-notch. A generous slice, too! Highly recommend this castle for both the history and the lovely cafe experience.

Beautiful castle and visitors centre. The only issue was parking as they only have a very small car park. We climbed to the top of the tower (146 steps) and the view was beautiful. The video you watch before you go around the castle is very informative and tells you all about the history. Cafe serves lovely food (but is a bit on the pricey side) and the small birds are not afraid to come close for scraps of food

Harlech Castle really surprised me—in a great way! The massive stone walls and towers make you feel like you’ve stepped into a medieval movie set. I enjoyed wandering around at my own pace, imagining the stories these old stones could tell. The views from the top are seriously stunning, stretching out over mountains and the sea. It wasn’t too crowded either, so I had plenty of quiet moments to soak it all in. Definitely a highlight of my trip!

Our visit coincided with a windy and stormy day but that added to the atmosphere of the place. I had previously visited years ago but enjoyed a return visit. At the entrance of the visitors centre, there's a short film to watch about the history of the castle. Inside, as well as exploring the ruins on the ground floor, you can climb the spiral staircases to walk along the castle walls to admire the views. There is an admission fee but free for Cadw members.

Very interesting historical castle. We arrived by train and walked up to the castle, which is very steep and demanding, but worth while.The castle is over 750 years old and is mostly ruins. Lots of info about when it was built , who built it and in what conquests it was involved in ... well worth the price .

Really Beautiful castle, with wonderful views from the tower and the upper walls you can access through the prison, definitely worth a stop! It cost me about £10 to get in and parking even for motorcycles seems to be ticketed (stickers - best take a photo 😂)

Nice castle well worth visiting. Great views from the walls which you can walk around. You can go up the turret lots of steps! Lovley coffee shop available.

Great Castle to visit. Great views from various levels. Lots of steps. The main tower with a flag reminded me of snooker............ 147........... that's how many steps to the top!

Harlech Castle is a lovely landmark built by King Edward 1st. Cost around £12 for a family of four but I believe you may get half price if you have an English Heritage membership card. Castle is stunning but avoid the toilets like the plague that it possibly has. They were disgusting and we were the first there in the morning, should have been cleaned.

Built by Edward I in the 13th century to enforce his rule over the Welsh, an amazing castle, with equally fantastic views, perched on a hilltop above the town. It boasts huge round towers at the corners and the gatehouse is particularly impressive. The admission price was around £4 (last year) and there is a pay and display car park close by.

Really beautiful ruins of a castle. It's not huge but a lot of fun climbing about. Be warned, the high up places can be a bit spooky (meaning way up high). Beautiful and nice views of the sea as well. Great thing when we went it wasn't that busy. If this region, it's definitely worth a stop by!

Harlech castle is an imposing landmark on the coast road and well worth a visit if you are in the area. A 13th century stone castle built atop a hill the views out to sea and across the surrounding mountains are breathtaking. Climb the winding stairs to the top of the turrets and walk along the ruined walls and you'll be treated to beautiful views and feeling of calm and peace. The surrounding town of Harlech has lots of lovely little cafes and 'pokey' shops that make spending an afternoon in the area a real treat.

Do not know who put those images on but they are not Harlech Castle :( . Harlech built by Edward to subdue Wales . Fine example of a concentric castle .Mind yourself on the wall walks the parapets arr not very high but the views over the bay are wonderfull .

this is a nice castle with a great view from the top opposite is an amusements which is good the castle is situated on a hill so it is pretty high when you climb up the castle fun family day out