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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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Trig point on top of Yr Wyddfa  (Snowdon) looking over the lakes.

Exploring Eryri (Snowdonia)

There's a wealth of things to do in the spectacular setting of Eryri National Park.

Topics:

  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Eryri National Park
  • Outdoor
Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast
Views of Aberystwyth bay from the Cliff top railway.

An insider's guide to Aberystwyth

Discover the best places to stay, eat amazing food, shop and chill out in Ceredigion's largest town.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Insider guide
  • Historic places
  • Arts
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Female powerchair user on path near Little Orme.

Discover the inclusive attractions of North Wales

Explore North Wales' best accessible holiday attractions, from heritage sites to the great outdoors.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • Annual holidays
  • Wales Coast Path
  • List
  • Arts
North Wales
Llyn Tegid at sunset, Bala, North Wales.

Family breaks in Bala

A town by a lake surrounded by mountains, rich in culture, Bala is ‘real’ Wales at its very best.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Guided tours
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Rural
Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast
A red locomotive inside the museum at Rhyl Miniature Railway.

Mad for museums in Wales

Wales has over 90 accredited museums, ranging from industrial heritage, to textiles and fine art.

Topics:

  • Historic places
  • Groups
  • Family
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
Aerial shot of a fairy tale style castle with pointy turrets and a drawbridge, set amoungst the trees of a woodland.

Have a memorable marriage in Cymru 

After a memorable wedding venue? How about a castle, stately home, steam railway or a museum?

Topics:

  • Historic places
  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • Couples
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.

Topics:

  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Arts
  • Indoor
South Wales
A grassy area within a large castle.

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
A tour guide with a group, pointing to a seaside town and castle from a cliff top.

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
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
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
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

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