Great activities and attractions for couples in Wales
Wales is a top destination for couples' breaks with plenty of unusual activities to enjoy together.
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UK holidays, short breaks, and wonderful weekends in Wales
A day for romance in Wales
Discover how to celebrate the most romantic date in the Welsh calendar, St Dwynwen's Day.
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Fall in love on St Dwynwen's Day
Discover the romantic legend of the Welsh patron saint of lovers, St Dwynwen.
Love island - a romantic getaway to Anglesey
Enjoy the unspoiled coastline and pretty towns and villages of Anglesey, home of Wales’ patron saint of lovers, Santes Dwynwen.
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Desirable destinations for romantic breaks in Wales
Top spots for a romantic stay in Wales with your sweetheart.
Relax and unwind on a spa weekend in Wales
Discover desirable destination spa hotels across the length and breadth of Wales
Looking for the perfect date night?
Be inspired by our guide to the most romantic places to eat in Wales.
Special ways of asking 'Will you marry me'?
Will you marry me? It’s the most important question you’ll ever ask. Here’s how to do it in style.
The perfect couples’ spa weekend in Wales
Get away from it all and reconnect on a couples' spa break in Wales.
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Things to do indoors
Where to catch a show in Wales
10 brilliant theatres where you can catch a top performance near wherever you are in Wales.
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Discover the people and local history of Wales
Journey through Welsh history at the smaller, specialised museums across Wales.
Mad for museums in Wales
Wales has over 90 accredited museums, ranging from industrial heritage, to textiles and fine art.
Ideas for rainy days in West Wales
West Wales is a playground of natural splendour. It’s also a fantastic area for indoor explorations.
Ideas for rainy days in South Wales
You won’t go short of indoor activities in South Wales with this list of rainy day activities.
Events and days out in January
We've picked top events in Wales to help you plan your next day out in January.
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Adventure and exploration
Explore the deepest underground slate mine in the world
Adventurer Chris Knight challenges himself to explore an abandoned slate mine with experts Go Below
Gem Hubbard's fabulous three days in North Wales
Join Gem Hubbard of 'Wheels no Heels', as she explores attractions and accommodation in Wales
Explore easy-access walks in every part of Wales
A selection of great easy-access walking trails across Wales suitable for wheelchair and buggy users.
A vegan foodie's weekend away in Hay
Go on a foodie adventure in Hay-on-Wye with charismatic vegan content creator Luisa-Christie.
Spectacular seaside campsites
Discover your dream campsite close to the Welsh coast.
Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales
Discover the best stargazing experiences Wales has to offer
Explore the best dark sky discovery sites across Wales.
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© Hawlfraint y Goron / Crown CopyrightDestinations
Find out about the regions of Wales: dramatic North Wales; rolling Mid Wales; the coastal West; and the urban South.
North Wales
The epic landscapes of North Wales are alive with action, and a rich, distinctive culture. Find World Heritage, one of Europe’s oldest living languages, and the UK’s best adventure. Within the region of North Wales you'll find Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham and Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey).
South Wales
Home to Cardiff, the young and creative capital city, South Wales is a hub of sporting events and Welsh culture. Discover coastal hikes, vibrant communities and the serenity of the Wye Valley. Within the region of South Wales you'll also find Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Merthyr, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen, RCT, and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Mid Wales
Mid Wales is the green heart of Wales. The clear seas, bright harbours and hidden coves of the Ceredigion coastline give way to red kite-filled skies, busy market towns and dramatic hill walks. Within the region of Mid Wales you'll find Ceredigion and Powys.
West Wales
Cultural and coastal West Wales is home to our second city, Swansea. Ancient legends inspire contemporary creativity – and colourful seaside villages lead to some of the UK's best beaches. Within the region of West Wales you'll find Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea.
Action packed itineraries, Discover Wales by trails
Enjoy a three day family adventure
Looking for inspiration? We've planned a family holiday itinerary of fun activities in Eryri (Snowdonia).
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Five days in South Wales
A family trip around South Wales unearths some of the major tourist attractions.
A six day trip along the North Wales Way
Epic castles, eons of history, rugged scenery, fine food and drink - just waiting to be discovered.
A week from the mouth to the eye of the River Wye
Here are some of the many things to see, eat, drink and do along the shores of the River Wye.
Big skies and big adventures in rural Mid Wales
Immerse yourself in the outdoors around Llanidloes and Clywedog in the Cambrian Mountains.
History and heritage trails
Follow the trail of Gwynedd’s majestic castles
The county of Gwynedd, in North Wales, provides a trail of majestic castles to explore.
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Discover our seven National Museums
For Welsh history and culture, our seven, free entry National Museums take some beating.
Wonderfully quirky places to visit
Discover our eccentric heritage with some wonderfully unusual places to visit.
Wales’ most soulful abandoned abbeys and castles
Discover the Welsh abbeys and castles that inspired JMW Turner, William Wordsworth and Dylan Thomas.
Wales Slate: The quarry communities of Gwynedd
Discover the quarry communities of Wales' UNESCO World Heritage site and their vibrant cultural landscapes.
Walking trails
Walking our long distance trails
Discover our waymarked long-distance routes that offer inspirational walking in Wales.
Wild walks that are a stroll for toddlers
Take your kids into the wild, but not the mud. Discover plenty of pushchair friendly walks in Wales.
Accessible adventures on the Wales Coast Path
Nine easy access sections of the path for wheelchairs, buggies and trikes.
Pick your favourite walk on Glyndŵr's Way
It’s got history, heritage and scenery. Take in some of the most beautiful views in Wales on Glyndŵr's Way.
Walking in Wales: region by region
Discover some of the best places to stretch your legs in Wales.
Delicious trails
Cooking up a storm - Cardiff's indie food scene
Fancy a bite? Here's the lowdown on the coolest cafés and most excellent eateries in Cardiff.
Wales' Michelin supper stars
Join Lowri Haf Cooke on a gastronomic grand tour of Wales' Michelin star restaurants.
Join the Welsh gin revolution!
Go on a gin distillery tour, sip and sample the spirits and even try making your own.
Interesting eats along the Welsh border
Kacie Morgan of The Rare Welsh Bit blog discovers an edible treasure hunt along the Welsh borders.
Cook yourself a traditional Welsh treat
Bara brith: our traditional Welsh recipe
Bara Brith is a rich fruit loaf made with tea. Here's our recipe for making this favourite Welsh tea-time treat.
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How to make crempogau - Welsh pancakes
Traditional Welsh crempogau are thick pancakes and traditionally eaten on Shrove Tuesday.
How to make cawl
How to make Cawl - a traditional Welsh stew that can be made with meat or fish.
How to make vegan Glamorgan sausages
Avant-garde vegan chef Gaz Oakley shares his recipe for tasty Welsh classic, Glamorgan sausages.
Enjoy making a Welsh rarebit
Dating from the 18th century this Welsh dish is a kind of ‘posh cheese on toast’ with a Welsh twist.
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