City breaks

Whether you’re after the metropolitan vibe of a capital city, or the more relaxed environs of a friendly city by the sea, you’ll find the best UK city breaks in Wales.

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Enjoy a short stay in Cardiff

Cardiff is a vibrant, cosmopolitan hub with a warm Welsh welcome. Find out what's on offer.

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Cardiff

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Cooking up a storm - Cardiff's indie food scene

Fancy a bite? Here's the lowdown on the coolest cafés and most excellent eateries in Cardiff.

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Cardiff

Aerial image of Cardiff with the castle and the stadium in view.

Cardiff for first-timers

Coming to Cardiff for a sports event? Make an epic weekend of it in our legendary capital city.

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Urban adventures in Cardiff

Getting into the nooks and crannies of Cardiff, urban style. Get ready for fun in the capital!

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Out and about in the Welsh capital

Cardiff's lively LGBT+ scene sits amidst the city's shopping district and historical sites.

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Must do in Cardiff Bay

A local's guide to all the things to see and do for brilliant day out in Cardiff Bay.

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Top things to do in two days in South Wales

Discover the top things to do in 48 hours in South Wales - history, wine tasting and brilliant shops.

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South Wales

Cardiff Bay showing buildings along the quayside.

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.

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Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales

Swansea

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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Swansea family holidays

Journalist Iestyn George brings his young family home to Swansea for a holiday to remember.

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The Mumbles head lighthouse at sunrise from Bracelet Bay.

Guide to Swansea Bay

An insider’s guide to Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower – what to do, eat and drink

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Wide angle shot Liberty Stadiums empty pitch in Swansea

A sporting break in Swansea

Heading to Swansea for a match? Make a weekend of it. There's loads to do for all the family.

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Other city breaks

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An insider guide to Newport

Writer/director and Newport native Darragh Mortell's top tips for shopping, sightseeing and dining.

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South Wales

St Davids from above.

Exploring Britain's smallest city

Discover writer Alf Alderson's favourite things to do in St Davids, Pembrokeshire.

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Pembrokeshire

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The inside story on Wrexham

Find out more about Wrexham, the newest city in Wales!

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North East Wales

Castle keep surrounded by trees in winter

Explore the culture and countryside of Bangor

Set between soaring mountains and sparkling sea, Bangor offers heaps to do in a spectacular setting

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Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast

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