Aberconwy House
Conwy, Wales
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Castle St, Conwy LL32 8AY
Telephone 01492 592246
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Aberconwy House is a medieval merchant's house within the walled town of Conwy, one of the oldest buildings still standing in the town. It's a small site - reviewers describe it as a short visit of around 15 minutes - and it now operates partly as a second-hand bookshop and community space after its original furniture was removed during the Covid pandemic. It's a worthwhile detour if you're already exploring Conwy's walls rather than a destination in its own right.
Worth the trip
Its survival as one of the oldest buildings within Conwy's medieval town walls, now doubling as a community space and bookshop.
Before you go
It's only open Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and there isn't much to see inside since the furniture was removed - budget around 15 minutes rather than planning a special trip.
Reviewers consistently describe Aberconwy House as a small, characterful stop worth a visit if already in Conwy, though not substantial enough to justify a special trip on its own. The building now operates largely as a second-hand bookshop with a small gift shop, and several reviewers note that most original furniture was removed during the Covid pandemic, leaving a fairly brief visit of around fifteen minutes. Staff and volunteers are consistently praised as friendly and knowledgeable. The property has limited opening days, Thursday to Saturday, which reviewers advise checking in advance.
Medieval merchant's house within the walled town of Conwy
“Interesting old merchants house. Reasonable prices ticket if you aren't in the National Trust”- Penelope Lunn, visitor review
Common questions about Aberconwy House
Where is Aberconwy House?
Aberconwy House is in Conwy, Wales, at Castle St, Conwy LL32 8AY.
Do you need a ticket to visit Aberconwy House?
Yes - Aberconwy House is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Aberconwy House?
Its survival as one of the oldest buildings within Conwy's medieval town walls, now doubling as a community space and bookshop.
Is Aberconwy House a ruin or still intact?
Aberconwy House is largely intact - Medieval merchant's house within the walled town of Conwy.
