While on holiday in the area we used our NT passes to enjoy a visit here . The weather was lovely for the time of year which really helped us to enjoy our walk around the gardens . A beautiful place to visit and we loved it .

I would recommend Bodnant Gardens. With a couple of cafes with friendly staff and shops to browse on site. But if you are short of time be warned, stick to the garden area around the House because if you venture further afield it can be difficult to find your way back to the exit. And the map is good but not excellent and can add to the confusion. You will know what i mean should you try the whole visitors experience of Badnant. On our last (third) visit we decided to stay within sight of the house and my goodness what beautiful gardens there are to explore. And as it was quite early in the day there was a morning mist over the mountains, absolutely beautiful.

Just walked in. No prebooking needed just pay at the door. Free parking and several places to eat. One of the best gardens in the UK. Be aware that the garden is on a steep slope. There is wheelchair access to part of it. Very mature gardens first planted in 1875.

We visited in September. I would like to thank the young man on the entrance desk called Luca for his detailed information as my wife is in a wheelchair. His suggestions of a route to take that is wheelchair friendly helped us considerably to enjoy our time in the garden. The garden is simply stunning. We sat and enjoyed the peacefulness of the large meadow before heading back towards the grounds near the house, then onto the terrace with the last of the roses in bloom. The view towards Snowdon was spectacular. A wonderful day that my wife and I enjoyed immensely. So nice to see such a beautiful garden and to receive a warm and informative welcome on arrival. 5 stars all round.

Have just had the most perfect day here. It wasn't our first visit, but today was wonderful. The Autumm colours were breathtaking, and it was lovely to just sit by a log fire, watching the birds on the feeder having a warm drink and a snack in idyllic surroundings. We have been many times, though this time we used paths we have never tried before. Can't get enough of this truelly special place.

Very beautiful. I didn't give it 5 stars because 1. I give a lot to charity and don't like to be put on the spot to donate. 2. Its almost too perfect, I like to see some wild branches growing somewhere. 3, A cat kept following me which is fine but dangerous to leave a cat near a cliff. 4. Near the end I just wanted to leave but found it hard to get out.

Worth a visit even in December. Good paths and some flowering scented shrubs and hellebores. Magnificent views. Cosy log cabin cafe and shop were both open. Recommended in winter.

This has to be the most beautiful - and surprising - Garden I've ever visited. It's also now my favourite. Most Botanical Gardens tend to be on one level, but this has real depth, with a stunning walk down the valley to the Old Mill. There are a variety of water features and buildings to discover, as well as majestic trees. We also encountered lots of birds, and 2 friendly cats. Unsurprisingly, Bodnant was filmed for parts of the recent "Secret Garden" remake - it really is a magical place. Visit in May to see the Laburnum Arch in full bloom !

Beautiful gardens. Cafe was pleasant and reasonably priced. I took my Labrador and mum and I had a lovely day. We went on one of the dog friendly days. I think it's a good balance that dogs are allowed for some of the week and not for other days. My only real concern was parking. Being disabled myself, I found parking a little difficult as few disabled spaces but just as we were considering what to do somebody came out of their space so we were ok. The ground were absolutely beautiful. Staff were very friendly and happy to chat about their work and the gardens.

While visiting the Llandudno area we decided to take a trip to Bodnant gardens, there is plenty of parking on site however it is on a bit of a slope. Decent walking shoes or boots are highly recommended for this attraction as there is a lot of walking up & downhill & over muddy grass at times. There is a tunnel under the road that is found just behind the cafe in the car park. As we are both national trust members entry is free but you still need to check in where we were given a map of the site with various route options on to attempt to follow. We were then met by two ladies who also advised us on some must see items like a magnolia tree in full bloom at the moment. We then set off on an explore, it seems that some of the paths are currently blocked off with rope which limited your options at times. However just follow your nose & go where you want to then find your way back when you are getting tired. They could do with better signage & boards showing where you are on at various points & also where is blocked off as we climbed up a lot of steps near the house to find there was no official way out then so we had the option of going back down or going over the rope. There weren’t many guides around but then again it was February so I guess most people didn’t want to be out in the cold & wet weather. This is a place that you have to visit numerous times a year to see the various plants flower but is well worth the visit. We did have a drink in the cafe when leaving which was good.