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Wales

Discover zip-wire adventures, epic landscapes, fairy-tale castles, cracking culture and one of the oldest languages in Europe.

Wales at a glance

Bold 21st century Wales is compact and neighbourly and capital Cardiff is home to a vibrant cultural scene. Iconic Cardiff Castle – one of more than 600 castles in Wales – lies nestled in the centre of the city alongside the Principality Stadium and the Victorian and Edwardian shopping arcades.   

2021 is Wales’ Year of Outdoors and the Wales Way gives you three different routes around the nation. Follow the North Wales Way taking in Beaumaris, Conwy, Caernarfon and Harlech castles – all World Heritage Sites. Trek along the Cambrian Way, winding through Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons, or explore the Coastal Way, which threads between sparkling blue seas and towering mountains.

Discover award-winning beaches along the Wales Coast Path, one of the few footpaths in the world to follow a whole national coast, or explore flower-filled havens such as Bodnant Garden. Feel the adrenaline rush on the world’s fastest zip line Zip World Penrhyn Quarry, try out mountain biking or enjoy exhilarating whitewater rafting. For more ideas, take a look at Visit Wales.

 

From London, you can be here in less than 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, is yours for the taking...

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 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, spot native seals and fluffy puffins along 1,400 miles of accessible coastal path, or explore 3,000 miles of cycle paths. And with more than 600 historic castles, including six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, an incredible foodie scene, and a local language that’s as beautiful as the country itself, 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.