THINGS TO DO
Nearby Beaches
The Ship is literally a few metres walk from the beautiful Aberdaron Bay beach.
It's also within a short drive from Llyn Peninsula's finest beach, Porth Oer (Whistiling Sands).

Aberdaron
Aberdaron's beach is made up mostly of sand with the odd large rock around. It is situated directly adjacent to the village centre. Dogs are allowed on the part of the beach to the left of the slipway and the beach is also good for surfers if the conditions are right.

Porth Oer (Whistling Sands)
This is definitely one of the most noteworthy beaches on the Llŷn where the sand actually “whistles” under your feet. There is a small cafe/shop on the beach and the National Trust car park is located only a small walk away from the beach. Dogs are not allowed on the beach in the summer months. This beach is popular with surfers if conditions are right and there are plenty of good walks along the coastal path and into the surrounding countryside from here.
There are plenty of things to do and places to visit during your stay at The Ship Hotel, Aberdaron.
Whether it's a fun day out, a visit to one of the nearby heritage sites or a day out on the open sea, you are sure to find something to keep you and the whole family entertained.
Please find some useful links below of places you may wish to visit. We also provide a good selection of information leaflets at the hotel.
Disclaimer.
Please note that The Ship Hotel are not responsible for any information provided on the websites listed below.
Heritage & Culture
- Aberdaron & District Tourist Link
- Ynys Enlli / Bardsey Island
- Plas yn Rhiw National Trust Property
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Edge of Wales Walk - Walking Holidays around the Llŷn Peninsula
- Nefyn Maritime Museum
- Cwrw Llŷn
- Nant Gwrtheyrn Welsh Language Centre (Victorian quarry village)
- Plas yn Rhiw National Trust Property
- Oriel Plas Glyn y Weddw Art Gallery, Llanbedrog
- CADW - for Caernarfon and Criccieth Castles
- Lloyd George Museum, near Criccieth
Family Fun and Days Out
- Day Trips to Ynys Enlli / Bardsey Island
- Neuadd Dwyfor Cinema and Theatre, Pwllheli
- Glasfryn Parc Activity and Adventure Centre, near Pwllheli
- Y Den - Indoor Play Centre, Pwllheli
- Dragon Raiders and Bear Grylls Survival Academy
- Madog Quads, near Porthmadog
- Portmeirion Village
- Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Narrow Gauge Railways
- Snowdon Mountain Railway
- Greenwood Forest Park, near Bangor
- Electric Mountain, Llanberis
- Attractions of Snowdonia
Activity and Sport
- Nefyn Golf Club
- Abersoch Golf Club
- Pwllheli Golf Club
- Bws Arfodir Llŷn Coastal Bus
- Llŷn Coastal Path
- Dwyfor Leisure Centre, Pwllheli (incl. indoor swimming pool, gym, tennis and much more...)
- Surfing at Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth)
- Surfboard and Paddleboard Hire, Abersoch
- Dragon Raiders Paintball Park
- Bounce Below
- Zip World
- Surf Snowdonia