Discover more in Wales
A Celtic land with an industrial past steeped in myth, legend, poetry and song. Croeso i Gymru.
Places in Wales you need to book
We’ve removed the booking system at most places, however booking is still essential for Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Plas yn Rhiw and Tudor Merchant’s House. It is also recommended at busier times at Bodnant Garden.
- Dolaucothi
- When you visit Dolaucothi, you will be guided on a tour uncovering the secrets of this industrial landscape. The tour is an active outdoor visit involving steep steps and upland pathways, it takes you underground into the Roman Gold Mine itself and through surrounding woodland.Visit Dolaucothi
- Tudor Merchant's House
- Step into the world of a successful merchant and his family in 1500, when this fine three-storey house had just been built. Discover the merchant's shop and working kitchen on the ground floor. The first-floor hall is decorated with colourful wall hangings and replica Tudor furniture.Visit Tudor Merchant's House
- Bodnant Garden
- With intimate corners, sweeping lawns, grand terraces and verdant woodland, there are many gardens in one at Bodnant. Booking your visit is recommended when the Laburnum Arch is in flower during late May to early June.Visit Bodnant
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Houses and buildings in Wales
Explore magnificent Welsh mansions and their collections, from ancestral homes to buildings designed by renowned architects. Discover the history and tales from bygone days, in breath-taking settings across Wales.
Coasts and beaches in Wales
Explore 157 miles of Welsh coastline protected by the National Trust, from long golden beaches to rugged clifftops.
Castles and forts in Wales
Step into a medieval fortress with dungeons at Chirk or visit the home of the Welsh princes at Powis Castle. Discover some of the finest and most famous castles in Wales.
Gardens and parks in Wales
Visit an amazing collection of gardens and parks in Wales. From walled gardens to arboretums and countryside estates, there’s plenty to explore.
Countryside and woodland in Wales
Explore dramatic and beautiful valleys, ancient woodlands and river walks or have an adventure through the wild Welsh mountains and visit some of the country’s most iconic peaks.