Conwy Town & Castle exterior open group tour with official guide

As an accredited Official tour Guide for the Walled Town of Conwy I will meet you at Conwy Visitor Centre. I will guide you to the Millgate in the medieval walls where we can interpret this remarkable structure and get to know the key characters and events that shaped this UNECO World Heritage Site.

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Parts of the 12th Century abbey that once stood on this spot are now integrated into this charming historic building. We will use the church and its grounds as a window to the past as we explore the character of this unique town.

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Conwy High Street is a lovely area boasting a range of independent shops selling fresh local produce. Here we will find independent galleries, delicatessens, cafes, gift shops and a much-loved ice cream emporium. The historic properties here include Plas Mawr which is considered to be the finest and best Elizabethan townhouse in Britain. As your guide I will bring out the highlights and share their context with you.

Conwy's bustling quayside offers beautiful views across the water, the smallest house in Britain and the oldest traditional pub in the town. It is also home to an active fishing fleet and the famous Conwy Mussels company. We will sample the appealing atmosphere of this popular spot as we explore its history, its heritage and its charm.

We will interpret the external defensive features of this mighty castle and hear the stories behind the incredible events that have taken place here.

Conwy's bridges are engineering marvels of world importance. We will walk one of the first suspension bridges in the world and share an appreciation for this remarkable river crossings.