Places to visit in Anglesey North Wales
Explore the best places to visit in Anglesey North Wales in this location guide by North Wales photographer Simon Kitchin. Discover some of the most beautiful places on Anglesey, a magical island off the North Wales coast with stunning beaches of golden sands, dramatic lighthouses, historic landmarks and some of the best coastal scenery in Wales. Whether you’re just visiting to admire the wonderful views or on a photography trip the Isle of Anglesey has some incredible places to explore and photograph.
Llanddwyn Island - Anglesey’s most beautiful view
Llanddwyn Island is one of the crown jewels when it comes to the most beautiful places to visit on Anglesey as it has without doubt one of the most iconic views of Wales, the dramatic Tŵr Mawr lighthouse with it’s stunning views of Eryri Snowdonia, a perfect view to capture a sunset/golden hour photo. Llanddwyn isn’t just a “One photo” location though as the older Tŵr Bach lighthouse also has potential and other interesting views can be had from the ruins of St. Dwynwen's Church, the Celtic Crosses and the old Pilot’s cottages.
Pro Tip: Go at low tide during golden hour for the best light, check tide timetables before visiting as Llanddwyn Island gets cut off at high tide. Use a wide-angle lens for sweeping beach views.
How to find Llanddwyn Island:
Park at Newborough Forest car park (LL61 6SG). From there, it’s a 30–40 minute walk through forest trails and across the beach.
2. Penmon Point
Penmon Point is famous for the black and white Trywn Du Lighthouse, often photographed with the backdrop of nearby Puffin Island. Whilst the views and photo opportunites mainly include the lighthouse the shingle beach and rugged rocks offer fantastic foreground elements. Nearby medieval Penmon Priory is also worth a wander too.
Pro Tip: Use a long exposure to smooth the waves around the rocks and lighthouse at sunrise. The lighthouse also lights up beautifully in the evening.
How to find Penmon Point
From Beaumaris, follow the B5109 to Penmon. The toll road (Fee payable) leads you to the Penmon Priory car park (LL58 8RN). The lighthouse is a short walk away.
South Stack Lighthouse
South Stack lighthouse is the most dramatic of all the best places to visit on Anglesey, perched on a rocky outcrop off Holy Island the lighthouse bears the brunt of the elements and it’s often a place to experience the wilder side of Anglesey as the wind howls and the waves crash onto the coastline. It’s also home to thousands of seabirds and a visit in the summer months sees the surrounding heather ablaze with colour.
Pro Tip: For dynamic shots, bring a zoom lens to capture birds or waves. Sunset and twilight shots from the upper cliff path are especially striking.
How to find South Stack Lighthouse
Drive to Holyhead, then follow signs to South Stack (LL65 1YH). Park near the RSPB Visitor Centre, then walk down the stone steps for closer views.
Menai Bridge - The Iconic North Wales view
The Menai Suspension Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, is arguably the most beautiful view on Anglesey set in the Menai Strait with a stunning backdrop of the Eryri Snowdonia mountains, it’s also the most photographed view on the Island, probably Wales. My personal favourite view of the bridge is from the shoreline on the Belgian Promenade during sunrise or at night when it’s beautifully lit.
Pro Tip: Reflections in the Menai Strait are best on still mornings. Try low-angle shots from the water’s edge for dramatic framing.
How to find the Menai Bridge
Exit the A55 at Junction 8A and head into the town of Menai Bridge (LL59 5EA). Park near the promenade and walk down to the waterfront.
Church in the Sea, Aberffraw (St. Cwyfan's Church)
St Cwyfan’s Church, affectionately known as the Church in the Sea, sits on a tiny tidal island surrounded by stone walls. At high tide, it appears to float in the sea; at low tide it’s accessible by foot from a causeway off the beach. It’s a stark, solitary subject perfect for moody skies and minimalist photography.
Pro Tip: Great in stormy weather with long exposures. Visit at high tide for “floating island” shots, or low tide to include textured sand and rocky causeways.
How to find St Cwyfan’s Church
From Aberffraw, drive toward Porth Cwyfan (LL63 5BQ). Parking is limited—use roadside pull-ins—then walk about 15 minutes across fields.
Parys Mountain
A surreal, unique landscape and certainly one of the most unusual places to visit on Anglesey. The abandoned copper mine workings of Parys Mountain look more like Mars than Anglesey with vivid rust-orange and purple rock formations, craters, and mine ruins; fantastic for abstract, landscape, and drone photography.
Pro Tip: Visit at sunrise when light enhances the mineral tones, even better after rainfall too. Bring a polarizer to deepen color and reduce glare.
How to find Parys Mountain
From Amlwch, follow signs to Parys Mountain car park (LL68 9RE). There are well-marked walking trails leading to various viewpoints.
Rhoscolyn
Rhoscolyn Bay offers hidden coves, sea arches, and turquoise waters. The Rhoscolyn Beacon and sea cliffs provide dramatic subjects, and the area is ideal for seascapes, bird photography, and rock textures.
Pro Tip: Hike along the coast path toward the beacon for clifftop shots. A drone captures the unique rock formations and clear waters beautifully.
How to find Rhoscolyn
Take the B4545 from Valley to Four Mile Bridge, then follow signs for Rhoscolyn (LL65 2NQ). Park near the White Eagle Pub, then walk toward the coast.
Red Wharf Bay
This wide, sandy bay is perfect for capturing serene seascapes, tidal reflections, and wildlife like oystercatchers and herons. In low light, the exposed sand ripples create amazing patterns.
Pro Tip: Go during golden hour when the sky reflects off the wet sand. Bring a tripod for crisp low-light shots.
How to find Red Wharf bay
Located off the A5025, follow signs to Red Wharf Bay (LL75 8RJ). There’s free parking near the bay and beachfront pubs.
Final Thoughts on the most beautiful places to visit in Anglesey North Wales
From tidal islands to Martian-like landscapes, Anglesey has some some amazing places to visit and is packed with photo opportunities for every type of photographer. Each location offers a different mood, texture, and story—so pack your gear, check your tide times, and get ready to capture the magic of this incredible island.
📌 Don’t Forget:
Check tide times for Llanddwyn Island and St Cwyfan's Church.
Bring sturdy shoes and weatherproof gear.
Respect local wildlife and natural areas.
Leave only footprints… not your rubbish!
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