Wales holidays

Cardiff

Football fanatics, history buffs and wildlife lovers unite, because Cardiff has it all. Cardiff Castle lies in the heart of the Welsh capital and is a must-stop spot when on a Wales holiday. Once a Roman fort, a Norman stronghold and a Victorian Gothic fantasy palace, exploring its medieval walls and sprawling grounds is a lovely way for all generations to spend the afternoon. The National Museum, Caerphilly Castle and Wales Millennium Centre are also great places to keep all ages entertained, followed by a tour of the Cardiff City Stadium to keep football-mad little ones happy.

Pembrokeshire

Wales’ south coast is jam-packed with Insta-worthy scenery and history packed places just waiting to be explored. Travellers are drawn to Tenby’s Balamory-esque rainbow-hued houses and striking Coastguard centre, especially when they hear about its Wales-famous ice-cream and beachside fish and chips. For culture, St David’s is the place to start. It is the smallest city in the UK, a place of pilgrimage for centuries and boasts a striking 12th century cathedral that leaves tourists speechless. For unusual nature, the dramatic offshore island of Skomer is ideal for spotting birds, including the largest puffin colony in Southern Britain.

Snowdonia

Snowdonia lives up to its nickname – Eagle or Eryr in Welsh – with misty mountaintops and precipitous peaks dominating the landscape. Vertiginous mountain passes challenge the most competent of hikers, and meandering valley paths satisfy those wanting a more gentle stroll. The pretty towns of Portmeirion and Beddgelert are nestled in troughs and along the wild coastline, and provide the perfect refuge for wind-swept walkers and tired-legged explorers.