Family trails

Experience the wonder of nature on family adventure trails this year. Try something new together – on the coast, across epic landscapes and under sparkling dark skies. Discover memorable moments in Wales to suit your family...

Exterior of National Museum Wales, Cardiff.

Discover our seven National Museums

For Welsh history and culture, our seven, free entry National Museums take some beating.

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Action-packed trails for families

Three small tents pitched on grass with trees behind. A group of people are sat on the ground outside cooking over a camping stove.

Fab family camping and caravan sites

Here are 10 of the best camping sites in Wales, whether you're after simplicity or a holiday park.

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Britannia Bridge from the Menai Strait.

Six quirky things we learned on the water at Plas Menai

Jeremy Head and his family spend an exciting day at the Plas Menai National Outdoor Centre.

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Four horses and riders on a sandy beach.

Great spots for horse riding across Wales

Riders of all ages can hit the bridleway for an unforgettable holiday experience.

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A group of people whitewater rafting down a river.

Get active on an adventure break in Wales

Biking, paddling, climbing and even zipping! There's plenty to keep older kids busy in Wales.

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Coasteering group jumping off rocks into sea.

Active in Pembrokeshire

Discover great adventures to be had in Britain’s only Coastal National Park.

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

Walking trails for families

Discover walking in Wales

child and two adult walkers approaching summit of mountain.

The big three: mountains for children

Walking in the mountains can be great fun for children. Discover the some of the best to explore.

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Young family walking on the beach.

Great walks for families

When the views are this epic, a stroll becomes a mini-adventure, even the most reluctant ramblers.

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A man and a woman with a toddler on a beach.

Wild walks that are a stroll for toddlers

Take your kids into the wild, but not the mud. Discover plenty of pushchair friendly walks in Wales.

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A woman and buggy walking by a dock.

Buggy routes around Cardiff and the Vale

Cardiff based personal trainer Cadi Fôn shares her favourite places to walk with her baby daughter.

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Breathtaking trails for families

Mountain peaks in Snowdonia silhouetted against a night sky with stars and the orange glow of sunset on the horizon.

Discover the best stargazing experiences Wales has to offer

Explore the best dark sky discovery sites across Wales.

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Worm's Head at sunset Rhossili.

10 of the most glorious coastal views

Be inspired by wonderful coastal scenery, with solitary lighthouses, pretty harbours and dramatic cliffs.

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Wildlife trails for families

Discover Welsh wildlife, flora and fauna

Seals in the sea

Wales’ wildlife hotspots

Wales is the perfect place to see grey seals, dolphins and colourful seabirds.

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Close up of dolphin coming out of water

Dolphin sightseeing locations

Find the best places for year round dolphin-spotting on the west coast of Wales in Cardigan Bay.

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Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay