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Explore Museums in North Wales

There are many things you won’t be short of when visiting North Wales, these include pretty beaches, picturesque towns and, of course, fascinating museums! The region boasts an extensive societal and geological history, and all of it can be uncovered during a tour of North Wales museums.

If you want to spend the day at a speciality museum, be sure to make your way to Llangollen Motor Museum or the Conwy Valley Railway Museum. Alternatively, get lost in the scientific wonders of the Xplore! Science Discovery Centre in Wrexham.

Interested in naval history? Head to Holyhead Maritime Museum or Porthmadog Maritime Museum. For more military exhibits, a day out at Conwy’s Home Front Museum is a must.

When it comes to getting to know North Wales’ culture and its towns’ history, the National Slate Museum, Llangollen Museum and Ruthin Gaol should be at the top of your list of must-see North Wales museums.

Find more North Wales museums below…

  • Oriel Glasfryn Gallery, feature

    Oriel Glasfryn Gallery

    South St
    Caerwys
    Mold
    CH7 5AF

    01352349037

    Visit this family-run contemporary art gallery and explore works from the very best artists and crafters in Wales. From painting to sculpture and textile and metalwork, there’s a variety of delights to be discovered at this country house gallery.

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    Oriel Ynys Mon

    Rhosmeirch
    Llangefni
    LL77 7TQ

    01248 724444

    Oriel Môn is a purpose-built museum and art gallery in Llangefni. The museum tells the story of Anglesey over thousands of years while the gallery showcases contemporary artists and makers. Explore everything from seascapes created by local artists to ancient archaeological finds.  

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  • Penmaenmawr Museum

    Penmaenmawr Museum

    The Old Post Office
    Conway Old Road
    Penmaenmawr
    LL34 6UU

    01492 621462

    Journey thousands of years back through time and learn how Penmaenmawr came to be the town it is today. From the Neolithic and Bronze Age to the town’s golden era as an upmarket seaside resort in Victorian times, you’ll learn all about the fascinating history of this Welsh town.

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  • Royal Cambrian Academy of Art, feature

    Royal Cambrian Academy of Art

    Crown Ln
    Conwy
    North Wales
    LL32 8AN

    01492593413

    Head to The Royal Cambrian Academy of Art, where Welsh artists and art are celebrated, and visitors are given the chance to get creative themselves. With 100 artist members, there’s an exhibition for everyone here.

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    Sygun Copper Mine

    Sygun Copper Mine
    Beddgelert
    Gwynedd
    LL55 4NE

    01766 890 545.

    If you are looking for things to do in Snowdonia with the family, be sure to include the Sygun Copper Mine on your bucket list. This is an exciting underground adventure attraction resting in Beddgelert and is ideal for rainy days.

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  • Wrexham County Borough Museum, North Wales
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    Wrexham County Borough Museum

    County Buildings
    Regent St
    Wrexham
    LL11 1RB

    01978 297460

    The Wrexham County Borough Museum is a must see if you want to learn all about the town and its surrounding area’s history. Come here to find 16,000 artefacts, a café and gift shop.

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