Visitor Information & Facilities
Plan your journey to Criccieth Castle. From ticket pricing and seasonal opening hours to family amenities and guided tour details, find everything you need for your visit.
Guided Castle Tours
Explore the 13th-century fortress with our expert guides. Learn about the castle's strategic role in Tremadoc Bay and the architectural mastery of its gatehouse.
Visitor Facilities
We provide accessible paths, baby-changing stations, and picnic areas. Our site is designed to be welcoming for families exploring Welsh heritage together.
Castle Gift Shop
Browse our curated selection of Welsh gifts, historical books, and local artisan crafts. Perfect for finding a unique memento of your visit to Criccieth.
Visitor Guidelines
To preserve our historic masonry, please follow marked paths. Our site is monitored to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all our guests.
Guided Castle Tours — Plan Your Visit
We recommend checking local weather forecasts before your visit, as the coastal headland can be exposed. For group bookings or accessibility requirements, please contact our visitor services team in advance.
Find Your Way to the Castle
Perched on the limestone headland of Gwynedd, our fortress awaits. Plan your journey, explore the grounds, and review access details below.
Select a zone to explore the fortress
Castle Gatehouse
Main visitor entrance with ticket office, audio guides, and castle shop.
Follow the A497 coastal road into Criccieth. Follow brown tourist signs for the Castle.
GPS: Castle St, Criccieth LL52 0DP