Pwllheli
The capital and main harbour of the Llŷn, with a marina, a weekly market and the best transport links on the peninsula. Pwllheli is the practical base for exploring the Llŷn's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty — the hidden coves of the north coast, the pilgrim road to Aberdaron and Tre'r Ceiri hillfort are all a short drive west.
Staying over?
Pwllheli makes a relaxed base for exploring the area — worth staying over to catch an early start or a golden-hour finish.
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