The town has been a favourite with Scousers for generations
The entrance to Llandudno Pier with its arcades shops, funfair rides and food outlets.(Image: Andrew Forgrave/North Wales Live)
A seaside town loved by Scousers will soon have a direct train link with Liverpool. The Welsh government announced the direct service between Liverpool and Llandudno will be up and running in just over eight weeks, and will take approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes in travel time. Tickets for the new service are already live.
The seaside town in North Wales has been a firm favourite with people from Merseyside for generations, with the budget-friendly destination welcoming thousands of families through the years.
The town’s biggest draw is the Great Orme, which is a limestone headland rising 200 metres above the sea. Visitors can walk to the top, or use the Great Orme Tramway, where they’ll find incredible views.
Mountain goats roam the streets of LLandudno(Image: Getty Images)
The Great Orme is also famous for being home to goats who live on the rocks. Sometimes you might spot one venturing into the town centre.
The tramway has been around for more than 100 years and lovingly restored so people can experience its original tramcars.
Llandudno has twin West and North Shore beaches, with West Shore Beach much quieter than Llandudno’s North Shore. Whether you’re after a leisurely walk, fun with family on the coast or just a mooch, one of its beaches will be worth the visit.
Sunset on Llandudno’s West Shore beach, Conwy county. Picture: @craigmiddleton895/Instagram
Of course, no trip to the coast is complete with a stop for fish and chips. Indulgence Cafe, The Loaf Coffee and Sandwich Bar, Chish N Fips, Fish Tram Chips and Home Cookin’ are the top rated restaurants serving the dish, according to Tripadvisor.
Llandudno Pier, which is the longest pier in Wales, was originally built in 1876 but still remains a popular place with families. Visitors can stop for ice cream, or visit an arcade.
Llandudno Snowsports Centre has welcomed people to ski since the mid 1980’s. The centre offers a range of lessons for beginners to experienced skiers if you’re looking to try something new.
Mostyn Street is the main high street in Llandudno, known for its well-preserved Victorian architecture, as well as shops and restaurants.
More information on places to visit can be found in the ECHO’s What’s On section.