Discover Wales, your way
Splash in sparkling bays. Unwind with stunning views. Feast with friends. All awaits in Wales.
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UK holidays, short breaks, and wonderful weekends in Wales
Winter in Wales
Get lost in a good way at Hay Festival Winter Weekend
Wales Book of Year 2021 winner Catrin Kean shares her guide to the Winter Weekend Hay Festival.
Cosy up in one of our pubs
Join in with the locals and enjoy a drink or two at one of these cwtchy Welsh pubs.
Great activities to do in winter
Ideas to make the most of the great Welsh outdoors and enjoy some fun winter activities.
Get all your Christmas shopping in Wales
Choose Wales for your Christmas shopping with its markets, local handicrafts and stylish brands.
Inspiration for every season.
Fall in love with North Wales
Enjoy a romantic break in one of the picturesque coastal seaside towns of North Wales.
Top ideas to get active in springtime
Take a tip from Welsh wildlife and get active in spring with some great ideas to get out and about.
Luxurious summer retreats for two
Romantic Welsh hideaways - think relaxing spas, castle hotels and epic scenery.
Summer holidays: the best days of your life
They were wrong about school days. Summer holidays were the best days of your life.
Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales
Uniquely Welsh experiences
The unforgettable sleepover
Experience the extraordinary. Discover unique accommodation in Wales and book your night to remember.
15 ways to go beyond the ordinary in Wales
Discover unique experiences to make your visit to Wales a trip like no other.
Explore the deepest underground slate mine in the world
Adventurer Chris Knight challenges himself to explore an abandoned slate mine with experts Go Below
Wonderfully quirky places to visit
Discover our eccentric heritage with some wonderfully unusual places to visit.
Sleep in a castle
Feel like royalty or a knight of the realm by checking into a real Welsh fortress for the night.
Destinations
Find out about the regions of Wales: dramatic North Wales; rolling Mid Wales; the coastal West; and the urban South.
North Wales
The epic landscapes of North Wales are alive with action, and a rich, distinctive culture. Find World Heritage, one of Europe’s oldest living languages, and the UK’s best adventure. Within the region of North Wales you'll find Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham and Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey).
South Wales
Home to Cardiff, the young and creative capital city, South Wales is a hub of sporting events and Welsh culture. Discover coastal hikes, vibrant communities and the serenity of the Wye Valley. Within the region of South Wales you'll also find Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Merthyr, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen, RCT, and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Mid Wales
Mid Wales is the green heart of Wales. The clear seas, bright harbours and hidden coves of the Ceredigion coastline give way to red kite-filled skies, busy market towns and dramatic hill walks. Within the region of Mid Wales you'll find Ceredigion and Powys.
West Wales
Cultural and coastal West Wales is home to our second city, Swansea. Ancient legends inspire contemporary creativity – and colourful seaside villages lead to some of the UK's best beaches. Within the region of West Wales you'll find Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea.
Fabulous Welsh food and drink along The Wales Way
Tempt your tastebuds along the Cambrian Way
A food trail full of mouthwatering treats along the Cambrian Way, through the heart of Wales.
Unexpected treasures on the Coastal Way
Find the Witches' Cauldron, a Bug Farm - and a lost kingdom under the sea.
The Coastal Way: a food journey
A coastal culinary journey around West Wales — some of the unique places to eat along The Coastal Way.
Top spots for foodies on The North Wales Way
A food trail full of amazing local produce, remarkable restaurants and fine wine and spirits.
Discover Wales your way
Elan Valley walking trails
Admire the magnificent dams and stunning scenery on one of these walks around the Elan Valley.
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Interesting eats along the Welsh border
Kacie Morgan of The Rare Welsh Bit blog discovers an edible treasure hunt along the Welsh borders.
Follow the trail of Gwynedd’s majestic castles
The county of Gwynedd, in North Wales, provides a trail of majestic castles to explore.
A six day trip along the North Wales Way
Epic castles, eons of history, rugged scenery, fine food and drink - just waiting to be discovered.
Enjoy a short stay in Cardiff
Explore Cardiff, a lively city with a warm Welsh welcome. See why it's the perfect destination for a city break.
Live views from around Wales
Chill Cymru brings you a selection of slow-TV-style live views and ASMR sounds from around Wales.
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