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Cadw

Discover sites cared for by Cadw, the Welsh historic environment service. From Welsh castles, to landscapes and national monuments.

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Is Wales the castle capital of Europe?

With over 400 castles, wherever you go on holiday in Wales, you won't be too far from one to visit.

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Portmeirion from over the estuary.

Wonderfully quirky places to visit

Discover our eccentric heritage with some wonderfully unusual places to visit.

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  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • List
ironwork buildings.

World Heritage Blaenavon: A local's guide

Read our local's guide to discovering the fascinating industrial history of Blaenavon.

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  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • List
South Wales Valleys
castle on top of a hill from afar, with the sea in the background and houses in the foreground.

Follow in the footsteps of the princes of Gwynedd

After the Romans the princes of Gwynedd ruled. Here’s a tribute to Wales’ greatest warlords.

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  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • List
North Wales
Barmouth bridge at sunset looking towards the sea.

Enjoy North Wales' west coast by train

Experience the highlights of The Coastal Way along the incredibly scenic Cambrian Coast Railway.

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  • Cadw
  • Trains and railways
  • Wales Coast Path
North Wales
aerial view of Italianate village.

A virtual tour of the Welsh countryside

Join us on a virtual tour of Wales, as we go from region to region via video.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Outdoor
Inner courtyard of castle with lawn.

Take a virtual tour of Welsh cultural landmarks

Discover a wealth of Welsh heritage by visiting these historical sites virtually.

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  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • National symbols
An inside scene of a shed with a writing desk and photographs on the wall.

Discover cultural Carmarthenshire

Carmarthenshire's must-visit castles, gardens, stately homes and museums.

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  • Cadw
  • National Trust
  • Historic places
  • Couples
  • Family
Carmarthenshire
Small dog stood on a wall with Tintern Abbey in the background.

Exploring Tyndyrn with your four-legged friends

Discover Tyndyrn (Tintern): an ideal dog walking location with many well marked trails and things to do.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • Rural
  • Food
  • Drink
Wye Valley and Vale of Usk
A view looking out at Chepstow Castle.

Friendly towns on the Wales Coast Path

Tempting food, fascinating history, sea views, warm welcomes and fish’n’chips all included.

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  • Cadw
  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Wales Coast Path
A large grassy horse sculpture in the earth surrounded by trees.

Creative and characterful Caerphilly County

Caerphilly is full of green space and grand views, with its mining heritage close beneath the surface.

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  • Cadw
  • Self led itineraries
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
South Wales Valleys
View over a large reservoir from high up a hillside.

Big skies and big adventures in rural Mid Wales

Immerse yourself in the outdoors around Llanidloes and Clywedog in the Cambrian Mountains.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Dark Skies
  • Self led itineraries
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
A lady in a wheelchair with arms outstretched by a train at the top of a mountain.

Gem Hubbard's fabulous three days in North Wales

Join Gem Hubbard of 'Wheels no Heels', as she explores attractions and accommodation in Wales

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  • Cadw
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Trains and railways
  • Couples
  • Eryri National Park
  • Accommodation
North Wales

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