Joan Lady of Wales Joan was the illegitimate daughter of King John of England. Her early life is undocumented, but around 1205 she abruptly entered history when she was married to Llywelyn the Great.

Aberconwy Abbey Walk, cycle or drive to the charming walled town of Conwy, where you can explore the Castle and our nearby princes of Gwynedd exhibition.

Abbey Cwmhir

Bala At Bala, only six miles away, see the layout of the medieval borough which surrounds the town motte, Tomen y Bala.

Bangor Cathedral

Carn Fadryn Fancy a challenge? See centuries of history unfold on a grand scale at the summit of Carn Fadryn.

Castell Carndochan Take on the challenging but rewarding trek up to Castell Carndochan for one of the best views in Snowdonia.

Castell Criccieth

Castell Cynfael Enjoy splendid views at the ruins of Castell Cynfael. This early castle was destroyed by the princes in their own endless struggle for power.

Castell Deganwy Cross the river Conwy to Deganwy Castle, important early seat of the rulers of Gwynedd, and home to Maelgwn the Tall.

Castell Dolbadarn Travel through the heartland of Snowdonia to visit Dolbadarn Castle, with its fine round tower and dramatic views of Llyn Padarn, built by Llywelyn the Great to protect the royal pastures.

Castell Dolwyddelan Let your imagination run wild amid the romantic ruins of Castell Dolwyddelan.

Castell Prysor Puzzle over the enigmatic remains of nearby Castell Prysor, with its castle foundations and traces of outbuildings.

Castell y Bere Visit spectacular Castell y Bere, built by Llywelyn the Great. Located in the scenic Dysynni Valley, it was the last castle to fall to the English.

Cymer Abbey Don't miss out on Cymer Abbey, with its sweeping 13th century arches and lancet windows.

Dinas Emrys Take a rewarding climb to discover the magic of Dinas Emrys.

Dolforwyn Castle

Ewloe Castle

Llanrhychwyn Church Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of nearby Llanrhychwyn Church, parts of which date to the 11th century.

Bryn and Llys Euryn

Llys Rhosyr Head to Newborough to visit Llys Rhosyr, the only royal court where you can see the ground plan of the original buildings.

Penmon Priory Follow the coastal path to the eastern tip of Anglesey, where the cry of gulls and the bracing sea winds echo through the ruins of Penmon Priory.

The Red Dragon - Dinas Emrys Discover Dinas Emrys, mythological home of the red dragon – the Welsh national symbol. This fortified site, which commands one of the main routes through Snowdonia, takes centre-stage in an awe-inspiring landscape.

St Beuno’s Church Take a rest in the charming church of St Beuno, the celebrated early Welsh Saint.

St Grwst’s Church, Llanrwst Head north to the pretty market town of Llanrwst and St Grwst's Church. Its small chapel houses the sarcophagus of Llywelyn the Great, for whom Carreg Llywelyn was erected in tribute.

St Mary’s and St Nicholas’s Church, Beaumaris

St Mary’s Church, Beddgelert

St Mary’s Church, Trefriw Head for the exhibition at nearby St Mary's Church in Trefriw about Llywelyn the Great and his English princess. Look out for the couple in the beautiful stained glass window.

St Michael’s Church, Betws y Coed Travel down the river Conwy to lovely Betws y Coed and come face to face with a 14th century prince at St Michael's Church.

The Levelinus Stone Head north to the pretty market town of Llanrwst and St Grwst's Church. Its small chapel houses the sarcophagus of Llywelyn the Great, for whom Carreg Llywelyn was erected in tribute.

Tomen Castell

Tomen y Rhodwydd

Bardsey Island If you enjoy quiet contemplation, don't miss the chance to visit the remote and windswept Augustinian Abbey of St Mary's on Bardsey Island.

Aberffraw Head further west to Aberffraw, such an important seat of power for the early princes that Llywelyn the Great called himself ‘Prince of Aberffraw and Lord of Snowdonia’.

Abergwyngregyn

Nantgwynant Landscape Head over Pen y Pass and immerse yourself in the beauty of Nantgwynant, one of Gwynedd's loveliest valleys.

Madog ap Llywelyn The leader of a revolt against the English in 1294 who burned the town of Caernarfon

Owain Glyndwr One of the greatest Welsh rebels of all, and the last Welshman to hold the title ‘Prince of Wales’