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Caernarfon Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Gwynedd, Wales

Caernarfon Castle is a castle & historic landmark in Gwynedd, Wales. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £14.90 · Child £10.40 · Family £47.70
Checked on the Cadw page (prices 1 Sep 2026 to 31 Mar 2027): adult £14.90, junior (5-17) and students £10.40, under-5s free. Family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £47.70; 1 adult + up to 3 children £32.80. Cadw members free.
Opening times1 Mar-30 Jun 9.30am-5pm; 1 Jul-31 Aug 9.30am-6pm; 1 Sep-31 Oct 9.30am-5pm; 1 Nov-28 Feb 10am-4pm. Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Can close in poor weather.
Best time to goWeekday opening in May-June or September, and late afternoon in July-August.
School holiday tipEarly July is manageable for Scottish and English visitors. Late August is Welsh peak; arrive at 10am sharp.
Best agesAbout 6+; lots of stairs and exposed wall walks
If it rainsMostly outdoors
ParkingPay and display car park next to the castle. (Not stated)
FoodA pop-up serving light refreshments (Friday to Sunday from 1 September); the King's Gate café is currently closed.
Money saverCadw membership for repeat castle visits
Top tipsExplore the towers in the first hour, then walk the town walls. Park at the Slate Quay and bring a picnic for the waterfront.
What to packSturdy shoes, waterproofs, layers

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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