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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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Displays of artefacts at National Museum Wales.

Enjoy virtual exhibitions from Welsh museums

Take in some wonderful Welsh art and culture by going on a virtual visit to these museums.

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  • Historic places
  • National symbols
  • Arts
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
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.

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  • Cadw
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Outdoor
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.

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  • Historic places
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Wales Coast Path
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Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast
Bluebells in a wood with a bench nearby.

Best places to see beautiful bluebells in Wales

From formal gardens to wild woods, here's our recommended top places to see bluebells in spring.

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  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • List
  • Spring
  • Outdoor
Family walking on coastal path at Aberdaron.

Some of our best free days out

Here are fun things to do in Wales that won't cost you anything. Free days out for all ages.

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  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • List
Exterior shot of a large white house with a path and open gates in the foreground

Creating a masterpiece at Tŷ Newydd

Get some inspiration on a course at Tŷ Newydd, the National Writing Centre of Wales.

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  • Insider guide
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • Arts
Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast
castle and moat with tree.

Royalty and Romans: Wales has an incredible history

Brutal invasions, castles, myths, legends and industrial works; the story of Wales is captivating.

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  • Historic places
  • Canals
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Outdoor
The River Wye surrounded by autumnal trees and fields

Where Netflix's series Sex Education is filmed in Wales 

Find out about the beautiful South Wales locations you can see in the Netflix series Sex Education.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Rural
  • Arts
  • Outdoor
South Wales
Garden with a variety of plants including clipped evergreens.

Explore the stunning gardens of West Wales 

West Wales has an abundance of great gardens. Here are some stunning displays to visit.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • List
  • Outdoor
West Wales
A town square with a circular garden in the middle, surrounded by old buildings.

A tiny Welsh wonder – the royally good Ruthin

Ruthin is a small town full of Welsh history and cool, modern comforts. Jude Rogers goes exploring.

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  • National Trust
  • Historic places
  • Urban
  • List
  • Shopping
North East Wales
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

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