Menai Bridge

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Menai Bridge which includes a bridge, farmland and a river or creek
Menai Bridge which includes farmland, a river or creek and a bridge
Menai Bridge showing a sunset and a bridge
Menai Bridge featuring a river or creek and forest scenes
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The first town you reach when driving to Anglesey is a picturesque, waterfront community with museums, galleries and a historically significant bridge.

Menai Bridge sits at the narrowest point of water between Anglesey and mainland Wales, next to the structure that gives the town its name. Cross over to the island on the old iron suspension bridge and make the town your first stop on a journey around Anglesey. The pretty town offers a slower pace of life and expansive views of mainland Wales.

The town formed due to its proximity to the mainland. Artifacts from as early as the Roman period and the Bronze Age have been found nearby. The town as it is today emerged in the 16th century, with the increased need for ferrying across the water. Shipping continues to be important here. Explore the harbor to see if the Prince Madog, a science research vessel run by Bangor University’s School of Ocean Sciences, is moored there.

Walk across the most significant landmark in the area, the Menai Suspension Bridge. It was built by Thomas Telford in 1826, making it one of the first iron suspension bridges in the world. Stroll along the bridge at sunset for the best views of the Menai Strait.

Learn more about the structure, as well as the neighboring Britannia Bridge, in the Thomas Telford Center. This museum hosts an exhibit dedicated to the bridges and runs guided walks around the town.

Wander beneath the bridge on the Belgian Promenade. This scenic walkway was built by Flemish refugees who fled to the town during World War I. Afterward, head out to Church Island, the location of the 15th-century Church of St. Tysilio, which sits on the site of a 7th-century building.

Take a trip to the outskirts of town to visit Pili Palas Nature World. This family-friendly attraction features a butterfly room, a reptile house and friendly animals such as meerkats and alpacas.

Drive to Menai Bridge from nearby towns in Wales. The university city of Bangor is a 10-minute drive away, while the castle at Caernarfon is 15 minutes southwest of the town. Menai Bridge welcomes pedestrians and the charmingly compact town is easy to explore on foot.

Château Rhianfa

Château Rhianfa

5 out of 5
Beaumaris, Menai Bridge, Wales
The price is P9,280 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P9,280
P11,136 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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Victoria Hotel Menai Bridge

Victoria Hotel Menai Bridge

3 out of 5
Telford Rd, Menai Bridge, Wales
The price is P6,048 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P6,048
P7,258 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Menai Bridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful outside space, a well kept garden with superb views over the Menai Strait. Room was lovely, very clean and well maintained; the bed was comfortable and we had a great balcony (again, with views over the Strait). The shower was ok, just about warm enough. The staff were friendly ..."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Victoria Hotel Menai Bridge
Bulkeley Arms

Bulkeley Arms

3 out of 5
Uxbridge Square, Menai Bridge, Wales
The price is P4,480 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P4,480
P5,376 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star inn in Menai Bridge. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Zip World Penrhyn Quarry and Thomas Telford Centre are located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (196 reviews)
Good, affordable accomodation
"Had trouble finding the pubs car park, as SAT NAV takes you to pay and display at back of pub. But ran inside and a really friendly staff member directed me there. She was also lovely on check in. Pub on good, central location to the town and nice little walks by the menai straits available. Room ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Bulkeley Arms
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Beachmount Holiday Apartments

Beachmount Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
67 Colwyn Avenue, Rhos-On-Sea, Colwyn Bay, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Colwyn Bay. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Conwy Castle and The Holy Well and Chapel ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
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Dragon's Den Glamping Retreat

Dragon's Den Glamping Retreat

3 out of 5
Llanfair Hall, Dwyran, Gaerwen, Wales
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Gaerwen. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions St Mary's Church and Caernarfon Castle are located nearby.
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Conwy Valley Cottages

Conwy Valley Cottages

4 out of 5
Tan y Bryn, Hen Efail, Tyn y Groes, Conwy, Wales
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