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Criccieth Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Gwynedd, Wales

Criccieth 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 £8.20 · Child £5.70 · Family £26.20
Checked on the Cadw page (1 Sep 2026 to 31 Mar 2027): adult £8.20, junior (5-17) and students £5.70, under-5s free. Family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £26.20; 1 adult + up to 3 children £18.
Opening times30 Mar-1 Nov 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). 2 Nov-29 Mar 10am-4pm (closed Mon-Thu). Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps, drops and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMostly outdoors with little shelter; pick a dry day
ParkingNo designated parking. Free street parking on the main street; Esplanade car park about 400m; pay and display near the beach about 300m. (Street parking free; car park costs not stated)
FoodNo café listed.
Money saverCheck English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland or Cadw membership value; many ruins are cheap or free.
Top tipsClimb the towers first. Combine with Criccieth beach.
What to packSturdy shoes, waterproofs, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

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

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