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.

Aerial view over Swansea town at early evening toward Mumbles Head.

Must do in Swansea

Visit the waterfront of Swansea Bay and beautiful Gower Peninsula. Things to do in Swansea.

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A large castle on the bank of a river

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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Dylan Thomas' writing shed

Take a tour of Dylan Thomas' Laugharne

Discover the places in Laugharne associated with the great Welsh poet and writer Dylan Thomas.

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view of bridge and river, with autumn colours.

Explore the 'Kingdom of Builth'

This mid Wales market town makes a fine base for walking, cycling or a trip to the Royal Welsh Show.

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Discover the people and local history of Wales

Journey through Welsh history at the smaller, specialised museums across Wales.

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Couple walking in Bodnant Garden, Conwy

Fall in love with North Wales

Enjoy a romantic break in one of the picturesque coastal seaside towns of North Wales.

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Gardens in front with Powis Castle on the horizon against blue sky.

Spotlight on Welshpool

Discover countryside canal walks, modern art, historic castles and heritage railways from Welshpool.

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Wagons and the pit head tower at Big Pit.

Explore the South Wales Valleys

Discover top attractions to visit around Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly and Blaenavon.

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A large warm sandy beach.

Let North East Wales inspire your next adventure!

Adventure, culture, history and food – are you ready to start exploring?

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Top down aerial shot of Dolbadarn Castle, Snowdonia.

Heritage and sightseeing

Hear fascinating stories from the past at the best of our Welsh castles, monuments and museums.

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Aerial view of Barmouth Mawddach Estuary Snowdonia.

A week travelling the Coastal Way

Hidden coves, rare sealife, craggy castles and bustling coastal towns are all on this epic route.

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man and woman stood in castle with view of sea and boats.

Unmissable experiences along The North Wales Way

Discover epic castles, high speed RIB rides, huge mountain views and spectacular theatrics.

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