Self led itineraries

Explore Wales your own way. Find a self-guided trip to suit your schedule - from inspirational driving routes to heritage and walking holidays.

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A road bridge and a railway bridge through castle towers.

Discover The Wales Way routes

Explore a family of routes around Wales and get to know our heartlands, mountains and coast.

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Three people on bicycles, cycling through a park.

Huw Stephens in the big little city

Find out how a Radio 1 DJ spends a perfect day in Cardiff.

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A can of Hallet's cider being poured into a glass with a drinker holding a bottle.

Get refreshed with a glass of Welsh cider

Grab a glass of Welsh cider. You’ll find prize-winning ciders all over the country.

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St Davids from above.

Exploring Britain's smallest city

Discover writer Alf Alderson's favourite things to do in St Davids, Pembrokeshire.

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exterior of pub, with beer garden.

Five of the best watering holes in North Wales

Fancy a drink? Discover some of the top bars and pubs in and near Llandudno.

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Wide angle shot Liberty Stadiums empty pitch in Swansea

A sporting break in Swansea

Heading to Swansea for a match? Make a weekend of it. There's loads to do for all the family.

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burial chamber with countryside view.

Prehistoric Pembrokeshire: through ancient portals

Archaeologist Mary Baker outlines some of Pembrokeshire’s top prehistoric locations.

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painted white rabbit on roof of building.

Explore Llandudno - follow the White Rabbit!

Follow the Alice in Wonderland Trails around Llandudno to see the places that inspired Lewis Carroll.

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A bedroom with a writing desk and photos on the wall.

A Dylan Thomas trail around Swansea Bay

Trace the story of Dylan Thomas around Swansea in West Wales, his home for more than half his life.

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family posing for photo outside cathedral.

Enjoy fun-filled family days out in West Wales

Castles, culture and coast - discover West Wales on a family holiday.

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Fins of two dolphins emerging from the waves off Ramsey Island.

Make your holiday footprint a little lighter

For the eco-conscious traveller, here's a selection of eco-friendly places to visit in Wales.

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Discover the people and local history of Wales

Journey through Welsh history at the smaller, specialised museums across Wales.

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A watercolour painting of foxgloves on a hillside overlooking a valley.

The undiscovered joys of the Ceiriog Valley

Find out why much-loved local artist Rosie Davies is inspired by this beautiful part of the world.

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