Attractions / Activities

This small, picturesque National Trust beach, backed by steep grassy cliffs, is on the Llŷn Heritage Coast. It’s famously known as ‘Whistling Sands’, a nickname based on the sound the granules make underfoot when you walk over its gleaming sand.

Enjoy a trip on the Queen Victoria and Princess Christine,  passenger boats operated by Sightseeing Cruises, the alternative way to view the historic medieval town of Conwy and its famous Castle, along with views of Snowdonia and the surround

Tywyn’s name derives from Welsh words meaning dunes and seaside – so if you know a little Welsh you’ll know what to expect! There’s firm sand too – lots of it.

Walk Snowdonia offers guided walks up Yr Wyddfa and other mountains in Eryri National Park, and also offers navigation courses and gorge scrambling.