Holyhead, Wales

Caernarfon Castle

The Rich Past of a Stunning Fortress Immerse yourself in more than 700 years of British royal history on a tour of the stunning Caernarfon Castle. Dating back to 1283, the fortress with its unique polygonal towers, intimidating battlements and color-banded masonry dominates the walled town of Caernarfon. Of the four castles in northern Wales built by order of King Edward I, this is the most magnificent. Caernarfon Castle’s symbolic status was reinforced when Edward made sure that his son, the first Prince of Wales, was born here in 1284. In more recent times, King Charles III was crowned Prince of Wales here in a glittering ceremony in 1969. Explore the castle’s magnificent ruins with your local guide, including the Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum housed in two of the castle’s towers, and view exhibits that document the centuries-old history of Wales’s oldest infantry regiment. After free time, return to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.