Conwy Castle was founded in 1283, designed by the master builder James of Saint George, and is today a Grade I listed building and scheduled monument. For children, the draw is the climbing: the wall walks and internal rooms such as the chapel are all reached by stairs.
That is also the trade-off. Much of the castle is accessed via steep, narrow staircases, some of them uneven, and the site is rated strenuous for walking; even the way in from the visitor centre is a steep path with several steps. The ground level can be enjoyed without the stairs, but a wheelchair user, or a family with a pushchair that can’t be carried, will see only that part.
There’s no need to book ahead, and booking online brings a small discount, though online tickets can’t be refunded or moved to another date. Like some other historic monuments, the castle may close at short notice in poor weather, and it shuts over Christmas and on New Year’s Day. An audio tour is available for a fee.
In late October 2026 the castle hosts Spooky Halloween Tours on 26–27 October and Live History with In Time Unlimited on 27–30 October.
Family FAQ
How much does Conwy Castle cost?
From 1 September 2026 to 31 March 2027: adults £12.90; family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £41.30.
What are the opening hours of Conwy Castle?
1 Mar–30 Jun and 1 Sep–31 Oct 9:30–17:00; 1 Jul–31 Aug 9:30–18:00; 1 Nov–28 Feb 10:00–16:00.
Do you need to book Conwy Castle in advance?
No advance booking is needed; buy tickets on arrival or online.
Where are the toilets at Conwy Castle?
Main toilets are on the lower level down a flight of stairs; there is an accessible toilet on the ground floor, and baby changing is available.
Is there parking at Conwy Castle?
The castle has no car park of its own, but a paid council car park with accessible spaces is right next to the entrance.
