August 11, 2009

Things to Do Near Llandudno Beach

By Simon Humphreys

If a beach is an essential attraction when you go on holiday then the town of Llandudno in North Wales is an ideal location. Llandudno is full of Victorian charm with top quality hotels and guest houses which line the long promenade and is beautifully positioned between two headlands called the Great and Little Orme's. Llandudno has two beaches and the main beach is called the North Shore which follows the promenade and has plenty of golden sand to explore.

Just a short walk from the North Shore takes you to the Great Orme, which is Llandudno's most recognisable landmark. The Great Orme is a wonderful place to explore with great attractions like Happy Valley and The Great Orme Visitor Centre as well as adventure locations like Ski Llandudno. There are plenty of ways to walk to the summit if you're feeling fit and there are some great views to enjoy where you can see as far away as Anglesey and Rhyl.

If you prefer getting to the summit in style then two of the best ways are the Great Orme Tramway and the Great Orme cable car. The Great Orme Tramway has been operating for over 100 years and takes you on a steep journey to the summit and is located just five minutes from the beach. Alternatively for stunning views take a ride on the Great Orme cable car and see Llandudno from a truly unique perspective. A great option is to get the best of both rides by taking one to the summit and the other to descend.

If you want to stay closer to the beach then Llandudno Pier will surely tempt you as it stretches out towards the Irish Sea. The Victorian pier was constructed over 100 years ago and still retains much of its original charm. There are a range of small shops and kiosks that line the pier as you walk along it and make sure you turn around and have a camera ready for some great photographs of the beach and promenade. The pier has a large play area with bouncy castles and amusement arcades to keep the kids entertained when you fancy a break and a Punch and Judy show will entertain smaller children by the pier entrance.

After a long day on Llandudno beach you'll be looking for great refreshments and there's plenty of places to entertain you and grab something to eat. Mostyn Street, Llandudno's main shopping street, is only two minutes from the beach and is lined with cafes and coffee houses. If you're looking for something a little more formal there are many local restaurants to choose from catering to all tastes from British Cuisine to Italian and Indian or why not clean up and enjoy a night at the North Wales Theatre which is located on the promenade.

Whatever you're requirement on holiday if a beautiful beach is essential then Llandudno fits the bill perfectly. The beach is never far from your accommodation and there's plenty of other attractions to keep the children entertained. After a fun day on the beach it's just a short walk back to your accommodation and then onwards to enjoy Llandudno's nightlife.

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