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Historic buildings

Discover the history of Wales through our spectacular castles and prehistoric monuments to our Unesco World Heritage sites. Visit market towns and distinctly Welsh villages, teeming with history, or travel to the past at St Fagans National Museum of History.

Inside the Magic Lantern cinema, with round wooden tables, cinema chairs and festoon lighting.

The quirky cinema circuit of Wales

Enjoy an epic film production at some of these wonderful Welsh picture-houses.

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  • Historic buildings
  • City / Town
  • List
  • Arts
Two girls in harnesses and hats ready to go at the top of a zipline

Where adventure meets history

Discover the friendly towns, fascinating heritage and dramatic scenery of Rhondda Cynon Taf.

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  • Historic buildings
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Countryside
South Wales
A view of Chepstow showing the bridge and castle.

Friendly towns on the Wales Coast Path

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

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Coastline
  • City / Town
Small dog stood on a wall with Tintern Abbey in the background.

Exploring Tintern with your four-legged friends

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

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Wellness activities
  • Historic buildings
  • Countryside
  • Food
  • Drink

Discover cultural Carmarthenshire

The best castles, gardens, stately homes and museums.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • National Trust
  • Historic buildings
  • Couples
  • Family
Carmarthenshire
bright yellow and pink flowers in front of a gothic stately mansion

The perfect family day out

Ready for a perfect family day out? Margam Park's castle, wildlife, walking trails and watery adventures await!

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Family
  • Outdoor
West Wales
Exterior of an old stone pub.

Drink in the history of these intriguing Welsh pubs

Poet and author Rhys Iorwerth shares his favourite Welsh pubs with an intriguing tale to tell.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • My place
  • Food
  • Drink
A view of a resevoir surrounded by mountains

An insider's guide to Merthyr Tydfil

Discover Merthyr Tydfil with the well-known musician, Eädyth Crawford.

Topics:

  • Tours
  • Historic buildings
  • City / Town
  • Shopping
  • Arts
South Wales Valleys
a man strapped into a zipwire overlooking a large quarry

Fired up! TV show inspired adventures and activities

Inspired by I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! and The Apprentice? Plan your trip to Wales.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Personalities
  • List
  • Outdoor
Exterior of the Wales Millennium Centre at night.

Brilliant contemporary architecture

Discover the innovative, award-winning modern buildings and architecture of Wales.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • City / Town
  • List
Inner courtyard of castle with lawn.

Learn about the cultural landmarks from your sofa

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

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Historic buildings
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • Virtual visit
A view of the coastline near Criccieth from the castle.

Exploring coastlines, castles and communities near Criccieth

Criccieth is the perfect base for exploring the ancient ruins and pristine beaches of the Llŷn Peninsula.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Coastline
  • List
Snowdonia Mountains and Coast

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