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Holyhead & Holy Island: tips and FAQs

Consigli locali e domande frequenti

Consigli locali

Consigli per la visita

Allow time before a sailing

Holyhead station adjoins the port, but Irish Ferries notes the terminal is closed between 3am and 5.45am. Check in times with your ferry operator.

Take care on the cliffs

The coastal trail at South Stack is rugged, uneven and narrow. The RSPB reserve has a level path from the Ellin's Tower car park to the viewpoint.

Respect the tern colony

At Cemlyn the North Wales Wildlife Trust asks visitors to walk on the seaward side of the shingle ridge between late April and August.

Check museum season

Holyhead Maritime Museum closes for the winter and reopens just before Easter; it asks visitors to phone to confirm opening.

FAQ

Domande frequenti

Where is Holyhead & Holy Island?

Holyhead & Holy Island is in Anglesey, Wales. The Dublin ferry port, with South Stack's seabird cliffs, Holyhead Mountain and the beaches of Holy Island. Nearby stops and stations include Holyhead station, Port of Holyhead, Valley and Rhosneigr.

How long do I need in Holyhead & Holy Island?

One or two days, or a half day before or after a ferry. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.

Quali sono le attrazioni principali?

Highlights include RSPB South Stack and Ellin's Tower, South Stack Lighthouse, Holyhead Breakwater Country Park. See the Things to do page for more.

Come arrivare?

Nearby: Holyhead station (Rail); Port of Holyhead (Ferries to Dublin); Valley and Rhosneigr (Rail); A55 (Car). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.

Dove mangiare e bere?

We list 8 places to eat and drink in and around Holyhead & Holy Island, with filters to help you choose.

Dove dormire?

Segnaliamo 5 hotel e altre strutture nelle vicinanze. Disponibilità e prezzi vanno verificati direttamente con ciascuna struttura.

Is Holyhead & Holy Island accessible?

L'accessibilità varia a seconda della via, dell'edificio e della struttura. Consultare le informazioni sull'accessibilità di ciascuna attrazione o del gestore prima di partire.

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