United Kingdom · City guides
Bangor
Bangor is a cathedral city and community in Gwynedd, Wales. Historically part of Caernarfonshire, the community had a population of 15,060 at the 2021 census, and the built-up area had a population of 16,990. Landmarks include Bangor Cathedral, Bangor University and Garth Pier.
Photo: Aubrey Dale / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Quick facts
- Currency
Currency
British Pound (GBP)- Language
- Scots
Language
Scots, English, Scottish Gaelic - Time zones
UTC+0
UTC+0 (UTC+1 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type G
Power plugs
Type G · 230 V - Getting around
Drive on the left
Drive on the left
- Visa (US citizens)
Check entry requirements for U.S. citizens before you go
Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
United Kingdom · Population: 16K · Calling code: +44
Explore Bangor
Guides & stories
Discover more about Bangor, from practical travel tips to stories shared on Alex Journeys.
I haven't published a personal story from Bangor yet. Explore the practical information and experiences below.
Nearby places
Explore Bangor
Top things to do
Experiences in Bangor
See all →Loading experiences…
Tours and prices provided by Viator. Links may earn a commission.
Where to stay in Bangor
Weather in Bangor
Typical monthly averages, not a live forecast
Loading monthly climate averages…
Map of Bangor
Places from this trip — tap a pin for details
Sources: Wikipedia · Wikidata · U.S. State Department · CDC Travelers' Health. Experiences from Viator, hotels from Nuitee. Facts refresh weekly.