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Top down aerial shot of Dolbadarn Castle, Snowdonia.

Heritage and sightseeing

Hear fascinating stories from the past at the best of our Welsh castles, monuments and museums.

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  • Tours
  • Historic buildings
  • List
  • Amazing places
A ruined castle grounds and walls looking out over water.

Find out what's different about these castles…

Looking for castles with strange stories behind them? Here are a few of our favourites.

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  • Historic buildings
  • Myths and legends
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
child and two adult walkers approaching summit of mountain.

The big three: mountains for children

Walking in the mountains can be great fun for children. Discover the some of the best to explore.

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  • Family
  • Mountains
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Image of a group of people canoeing open boats on the river Wye

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.

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  • AONB
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Trip
  • Outdoor
Three red kites flying in the air

Up close with the red kites in Wales

Jude Rogers takes her family to Gigrin Farm in Rhayader to view their incredible red kites up close.

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  • National symbols
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
View from top of a mountain looking over houses and woodland.

Top mountain spots for an amazing view

Mountains define the Welsh landscape. Here are ten of the best places to stop and admire them.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Italianate village and gardens with view across estuary.

Unforgettably unusual places to stay

Take a look at these unusual, unique and memorable places to stay in Wales!

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Historic buildings
  • Amazing places
  • Accommodation
  • Hotel
Worm's Head at sunset Rhossili.

10 of the most glorious coastal views

Be inspired by wonderful coastal scenery, with solitary lighthouses, pretty harbours and dramatic cliffs.

Topics:

  • Wales Coast Path
  • Geography
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Coasteering group jumping off rocks into sea.

Active in Pembrokeshire

Discover great adventures to be had in Britain’s only Coastal National Park.

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  • Coastline
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
West Wales
Image of Velothon Wales competitors cycling passed Caerphilly Castle

Places to visit along The Celtic Trail

Sustrans have picked their favourite attractions to visit along the Celtic Trail cycle route in Wales.

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  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Trip
  • Outdoor
The River Wye surrounded by autumnal trees and fields

Sun-dappled trails

The Wye Valley enchanted Wordsworth and captured Turner - find out why for yourself…

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  • AONB
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Wye Valley and Vale of Usk
Exhibits at the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea.

Ideas for rainy days in West Wales

West Wales is a playground of natural splendour. It’s also a fantastic area for indoor explorations.

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  • Groups
  • Family
  • Amazing places
  • Indoor
West Wales

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