Things to Do in Wales in 2026

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Things to do

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

￥9,752

per adult

Street view of the City Sightseeing Chester Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

City Sightseeing Chester Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

￥2,167

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour

￥1,300

per adult

Full-day Best of Snowdonia Day Tour

￥12,786

per adult

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

￥17,337

per adult

Chester: Deva Roman Experience

￥1,734

per adult

Picture 3 for Activity Bristol: Brunel's SS Great Britain Experience Entry Ticket

Explore Bristol's Iconic Victorian Steamship

￥4,768

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

￥3,468

per adult

76% of travellers recommend

From Manchester: Yorkshire Sightseeing Day Trip

￥12,786

per adult

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Wales must see attractions

1. Eryri National Park

Visit Snowdonia National Park to hike up snow-capped mountains and across untamed coasts. Walk through wild woodlands alongside bubbling rivers. Explore ancient castles and underground caverns. Relax in some of the most picturesque towns in Wales.

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A lush valley with rolling hills and dense greenery.

2. Principality Stadium

Watch national and international sporting events, see musical legends perform and go behind the scenes at the Principality Stadium. This is the national stadium of Wales, a 74,500-seat venue that is the home of the Welsh national rugby team.

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A modern stadium with a distinctive sail-like structure and a glass facade.

3. Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle is a medieval stronghold and Victorian Gothic mansion with approximately 2,000 years’ worth of history. The magnificent structure was built on the site of a Roman fort and a Norman castle and during its existence also served as a home, a concert venue and a World War II shelter.

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An ornate hall with high wooden ceilings, intricate murals, and a central table with a red cloth.

4. Tenby Beach

While all of these beaches are worth exploring, it’s Harbour Beach, at the rear of the harbour, which offers the best protection from the wind and must be considered one of the most child-friendly beach destinations in Pembrokeshire. Recently named the finest beach in Europe, Harbour won out over competitors from Portugal, Croatia and Italy. Considered the jewel in the crown of Pembrokeshire’s tourism portfolio, it’s postcard-perfect, if a little crowded during peak season.

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A coastal town with colorful buildings, a sandy beach, and a stone pier leading to a harbor with boats.

5. Brecon Beacons National Park

Brecon Beacons National Park is an expanse of immeasurable natural beauty. Rugged mountain ranges spill down to valleys while limestone caves and dramatic waterfalls highlight a landscape of flower-filled meadows, forests and grassy hills. Brecon Beacons National Park is a paradise for biking, hiking, horseback riding and touring on canals. Discover more than 250 ancient monuments, villages crowned by castles and designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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6. Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Escape to the islands, beaches, cafés and heritage attractions of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The park, situated in the southwest corner of Wales, is a popular destination with families heading to the beach, walkers seeking a scenic challenge and photographers wanting to capture the rugged natural beauty of the region. Stay in one of the charming towns located in the sprawling park and go on excursions around the coastline to see different parts of this picturesque area.

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7. Utilita Arena Cardiff

The main area of the arena is a hugely versatile space capable of staging a wide variety of events, from trade exhibitions to music concerts and stand-up shows. It is capable of holding a standing audience of 7,500 people, a number that falls to 5,000 for seated events.

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8. Barry Island Beach

Sun worshippers have been flocking here since Victorian times to what is essentially a small island, though joined now to the mainland since 1896 by a small pier. The site of a Butlins holiday camp during the 1960’s, Barry Beach is perfect for families, with its signature calling card being Barry Island Pleasure Park. Come here for crowds, candy floss and sticks of rock, the scream of the rollercoaster and the thump of the dodgems.

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What to do in Wales

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Eryri National Park

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The best-known national park in Wales features historical monuments amid some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.

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Where to stay in Wales

Find the best Wales areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Wales

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Cardiff City Centre

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cardiff City Centre. Make a stop by St. David's or Utilita Arena Cardiff while you're exploring the area.

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Castle Quarter

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Castle Quarter. Make a stop by Cardiff Market or St. David's while you're exploring the area.

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Butetown

The ample dining options and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Coal Exchange building or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.