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Bala Lake and the Aran Hills in the Snowdonia National Park.

Wales

Listen as the lilting rhythms of an ancient language fill the air and see flags bearing the Welsh dragon flutter above fairytale castles…

Wales at a glance

For a place with such exciting landscapes – from snow-capped peaks to wild coastline – Wales is compact and neighbourly. Come to switch off, and explore untouched valleys and sleepy villages. Or come to enjoy raring-to-go towns and the capital Cardiff – voted Britain’s most sociable city.

2020 is Wales’ Year of Outdoors, inviting you to explore the country and find its bountiful treasures. Delve into Wales’ epic heritage with more than 600 castles to explore. Follow the North Wales Way taking in the magnificent Beaumaris, Caernarfon and Harlech castles – all World Heritage Sites. Trek along the breathtaking Cambrian Way winding through Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons. Uncover the inspiration to Dylan Thomas’ soul-stirring poetry in Laugharne or feast your eyes on one of the best impressionist collections in Europe at the National Museum Wales.

 

From London, you can be here in just over 2 hours, and you can reach north- and mid-Wales easily from Manchester, Liverpool or Birmingham by road or rail. Then all the adventure you could wish for, in this enchanting Celtic land, is yours...

The Conwy Valley in North Wales.
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World-renowned choirs. Championship rugby. And some of the most spellbinding scenery Britain has to offer. From cool capital Cardiff, with its independent shops, restaurants and quirky galleries, to the snow-capped peaks and adventure sports of Snowdonia, there’s a lot going on in Wales. With five designated areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and three National Parks, you can wander through landscapes straight from a fairy tale on The Wales Way, spot native seals and fluffy puffins along 1,400 miles of accessible coastal path, or explore flower-filled havens such as Bodnant Garden in Conwy. And with more than 600 historic castles, an incredible foodie scene, and a local language that’s as ancient and as beautiful as the country itself, and you’ll find it’s cracking for culture buffs too.

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    Where is Wales?

    Small in size but big on personality, Wales is bordered by England to the east and the Irish Sea to the north and west, and covers less than a tenth of Britain.

    Getting around Wales

    From crumbling castles steeped in history to award-winning breweries, there are loads of exciting places to visit in Wales. And with excellent public transport,  plus cycling and rambling paths galore, you’ll find it easy to explore too.

    • Planning a tour of Wales? Traveline Cymru have all the information you need on routes, timetables and ticket options for train and buses
    • Looking for more information on transport options? Check out VisitWales informative guide
    • Want to explore some of the cute and quirky towns in Wales? TrawsCymru operate long-distance bus services throughout the country, making hopping from town to town a breeze

    BY TRAIN

    If you’re travelling to Wales by train, National Rail Enquiries have all the information you need to plan your journey.

    BY FOOT

    Wales has thousands of miles of scenic walking trails stretching from countryside to coast, making exploring on foot one of the best ways to see the sights.