The Gateway to Snowdonia Village: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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About the Activity
Betws-y-Coed is Britain’s first artists’ colony, nestled at the entrance to Snowdonia National Park. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll down this village’s charming streets, riverside paths, and historic bridges to find out how this woodland paradise inspired generations of landscape painters. The tour starts at the historic Betws-y-Coed Railway Station. As you explore this picturesque settlement – meaning “prayer house in the woods“ – you’ll find out how painter David Cox established Britain’s first art colony here in 1844, forever changing the Welsh village’s fortunes. Other landscape artists, unable to travel to Europe during the Napoleonic Wars, soon discovered its dramatic beauty and, as railways brought Victorian tourists, the once-peaceful artist haven evolved into the gateway to Snowdonia we know today.45 minutes to 1 hour
Private Tour
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Food and drink
Transportation
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Conwy Valley Railway Museum & Model Shop(Pass By)
The Old Goods Yard Ffordd Hen Eglwys, Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom, LL24 0ALWe'll pass by the Conwy Valley Railway Museum, with its rich history. However, entry to the Museum itself is not included in this tour.View Location1
St. Michael's Old Church
Ffordd Hen Eglwys, Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom, LL24 0ALWe'll pass by the beautiful historic St Michael's Old Church.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationWe'll also pass by the The Courthouse, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to is not included in this tour.View Location
We'll also pass by the Artworks 2 Celf, a quirky local arts shop. However, entry to the shop itself is not included in this tour.View Location
Passing by the Saint Mary’s Church, you'll witness another architectural gem of the village. Please note that entry to the church is not included in this tour.View Location
We'll also pass by the Royal Oak Hotel, with its storied past. However, entry to the hotel itself is not included in this tour.View Location
We'll also pass by Anna Davies (Betws-y-Coed) Ltd, a lovely local institution. However, entry to the shop itself is not included in this tour.View Location
We'll also pass over the Pont-y-Pair Bridge, a beautiful historic bridge. View Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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This tour starts at the railway station, Station Rd, Betws-y-Coed LL24 0AE, United Kingdom. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.View Location
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Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Printed Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotelVOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.meCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by VoiceMap Audio ToursCreated on 15 May 2025Created on 27 Jun 2025
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