Bangor, Wales Cruise Port - overhead view of the Bangor itinerary stop located in the Europe - Western Europe cruising region

Bangor, Wales

Europe - Western Europe

Bangor, Wales, docks at Port Penrhyn, 2 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 18,000, features the 6th-century Bangor Cathedral. Travelers climb Penrhyn Castle’s towers for Menai Strait views. Excursions to Snowdonia, 30 minutes south, offer hiking. Local markets sell Welsh cakes. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 GBP. Dining includes cawl (lamb stew) at pubs. Souvenirs feature slate crafts.

Bangor, Wales Location

Bangor, Wales, in Gwynedd, North Wales, sits on the Menai Strait, with Snowdonia’s mountains and the Irish Sea nearby.

Hike Snowdonia's trails to Mount Snowdon summit. Tour Conwy Castle's medieval towers. Kayak River Conwy spotting seals. Zip-line through slate quarries at Zip World. Savor Welsh lamb in historic pubs.