Dolgellau is situated in the southern part of the Snowdonia National Park, at the foot of Cader Idris Mountain and is an excellent centre for touring Mid and North Wales.
The town has many interesting shops to explore and local historical attractions include the 12th Century Cymer Abbey.
Visitors to the area enjoy activities such as walking, mountain biking, hiking, horse riding, white-water rafting and climbing. Dolgellau is the main base for climbers of Cadair Idris.