Most call it the ideal campus because of the university community. But it has a huge history, as it is considered one of the oldest, if not the oldest, towns in Wales. The natural landscapes, the mountains, the strong elements that exist from earlier centuries and the influences from the past, create a magical combination of images that will captivate you from the first moment you are in the city. The secret is to walk it to discover all its beauties.
Currency: Pound Sterling
Calling Code: +44
Nearest airports from city center: Liverpool Airport (130km), Manchester Airport (144km), Birmingham Airport (183km). Cardiff Airport (211km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** PENRHYN CASTLE & GARDEN (Bangor LL57 4HT)
It is one of the most imposing castles in the United Kingdom. Built in 1837, it has a lovely garden with fountains and jungle-like plants.
*** SAINT DEINIOL’S CATHEDRAL (Cathedral Close, Bangor LL57 1LH)
It dates from the 6th century and is one of the most beautiful and unique Welsh Gothic Cathedrals.
*** STORIEL MUSEUM (Ffordd Gwynedd, Bangor LL57 1DT)
It is a museum that houses priceless treasures. There you will find the Segontium Roman Sword and the King of Bardsey’s Crown.
*** GARTH PIER
Dating from the late 19th century, it is one of the most popular and photographed piers in Wales. Its length is 460 meters.
*** BRITTANIA BRIDGE
It is one of the most impressive bridges in the UK and connects the Isle of Anglesey and Bangor.
*** TREBORTH BOTANIC GARDEN (Διεύθυνση: University, Treborth Botanic Garden, Bangor LL57 2RQ)
It is one of the most beautiful places in the city, full of oxygen and beautiful images of the wonderful plants and flowers.
*** BEAUMARIS CASTLE (Castle St, Beaumaris LL58 8AP)
Dating back to the 13th century, it was built from local stone and the architecture will impress you. It is only a 20 minute drive from Bangor.
*** BEAUMARIS GAOL
In the past it was a prison and this year it is a museum, where you can experience the history of the penal system in Wales.
*** HAULFRE STABLES
It’s worth the 15-minute road trip to Llangoed to see a wonderful museum that is intertwined with land transport.
*** OUR LADY & ST JAMES’ CHURCH (Holyhead Rd, Bangor LL57 2EE)
Built in the mid-19th century, it is in the Gothic style and is a landmark building for the city.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Ebenezer Evangelical Church is a church that deserves your attention.
*** Snowdonia is about 15 minutes from Bangor and is one of the most beautiful national parks.
*** Pili Palas Nature World is a zoo that we would recommend you to visit.
*** Pontio Arts and Innovation Center is a good opportunity to visit if you want to see a show.
*** Bangor University is one of the places that attract the attention of travelers.
FOOD AND DRINK
Bangor is a culinary paradise for travellers. It has the classic British dishes but we would recommend you to try Welsh rarebit, cawl, cakes and the local glamorgan sausage. Also try the local breads, the so-called laverbread. Also eat Tatws Popty, Tatws Pum Munud which are traditional dishes. It goes without saying that you will find restaurants with cuisines that are influenced by many countries. You will find restaurants for pizzas, spaghetti, burgers, meat, fish, etc. The traditional appetizer is bara brith. Accompany your food with local beer.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find several hotel or accommodation options for all budgets, both in the city center and a little outside the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Deiniol Shopping Center is one of the places worth visiting for your shopping.
*** Bangor Retail Park is preferred by locals for shopping.
*** Menai Shopping Center is yet another place to shop.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bus.
CITIES NEAR BANGOR
Major cities close to Bangor are Liverpool (79km), Stoke-on-Trent (133km), Wolverhampton (155km), Manchester (157km), Sheffield (179km), Derby (182km), Cardiff (205km), Bradford (216km), Leeds (225km), Birmingham (236km).
