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Historic places

Discover the history of Wales through our historic sites including spectacular castles, ancient monuments, impressive stately homes and brilliant museums.

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History and heritage along the Welsh coast

Find out more about historic Wales - castles, historic homes, pirates and steam trains on our coast.

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A taster of history and heritage attractions to explore

Dip into Welsh history at these exciting castles, museums and cultural heritage centres.

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  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • List
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Must do in Conwy, North Wales 

Conwy Castle and Britain's smallest house and other top things to do in Conwy, North Wales.

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  • Cadw
  • National Trust
  • Historic places
  • Wales Coast Path
Llandudno and Colwyn Bay
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10 short Wales Coast Path walks through history

Ten walks along the Wales Coast Path taking in castles and places of Welsh history and heritage.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • AONB
  • Wales Coast Path
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Discover the must-see TV and film locations in Wales

Discover some of the places in Wales that have featured on the big and small screen.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • List
Family on beach at Beaumaris with pier in background.

Four days with the family in North Wales

This four day action-packed itinerary in North Wales is perfect for all the family.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Annual holidays
  • Family
  • AONB
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Three children running in the shallows of the sea on a beach.

Ceredigion - a perfect mix of coast and countryside

Here's our guide to the top things to see and do in Ceredigion.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • List
  • Outdoor
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Aerial view of Llandudno pier taken from the end of the pier looking back at the picturesque coastal landscape of seaview poperties and green hills in the background.

Towns and cities: brilliant sightseeing tours

Unlock the history and culture of places across Wales on an urban adventure with a clued-up local guide.

Topics:

  • Guided tours
  • Historic places
  • Transport and travel
  • Urban
A picture of castle's central island from the North.

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.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • List
  • Outdoor
Interior shot of an old abbey with the sunlight casting shadows.

Exploring the churches of Monmouthshire

Wales has an intriguing religious heritage. Reverend Lionel Fanthorpe tells us some of the stories.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Faith and spirituality
  • Historic places
Wye Valley and Vale of Usk
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See the best of Wales with a guided tour

Try a touring holiday with these brilliant guided road trips to show you the best bits of Wales.

Topics:

  • Guided tours
  • Historic places
  • Annual holidays
  • Transport and travel
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Caernarfon's military might

Discover an ancient Celtic town with a Roman barracks and imposing medieval castle.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • UNESCO Heritage
Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast
Statue at the National Museum Cardiff.

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.

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  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Arts
  • Indoor
South Wales

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