Title: Visit Wales: Best of Wales Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Wales Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Wales.d11220.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Wales](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Wales.d11220.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Wales Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Wales.d11220.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Wales](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wales.d11220.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Wales Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Wales.d11220.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Wales Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wales.d11220.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wales Travel Guide ## United Kingdom ![Cardiff featuring modern architecture, a square or plaza and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145644-Cardiff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grand Theatre showing theatre scenes and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148275-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swansea featuring street scenes and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148273-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Stack Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148436-Holyhead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swansea featuring night scenes and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148269-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Medieval castles, national parks, unspoiled coastlines and culture-rich cities make this United Kingdom country a thrilling place to visit. Wales packs a lot of scenic beauty into its compact size. The countryside is characterized by mountain ranges, wide river valleys, attractive coastline and ancient castles. Visit the towns and cities as well to see historic sites and cultural attractions. Explore Welsh spots of beauty. Go hiking, caving, canoeing and rock climbing at Brecon Beacons National Park. Step aboard the Brecon Mountain Railway for a scenic trip. Climb the peaks of Snowdonia National Park and visit the Gower Peninsula for its coves, cliffs and sandy beaches. In 2012, Wales opened the Coast Path, an 870-mile (1,400-kilometer) uninterrupted route that follows the country’s entire coastline. Walk or cycle along clifftop paths, visit secluded beaches and look for wildlife, including puffins and dolphins. Beyond the fabulous scenery, see what the nation’s urban areas offer. Cardiff is the capital, an attractive modern city with numerous attractions. Explore Cardiff Bay, a regenerated docklands area of trendy boutiques, hotels, cafés and restaurants. Watch a concert at the Wales Millennium Center, a striking steel and slate structure. View the art, archeology and natural history collections at the National Museum Cardiff. On the outskirts of the city is St Fagans National History Museum, 100 acres (40 hectares) of parkland that exhibits original houses from different historic periods. Swansea is another large city in Wales. Visit the childhood home of Dylan Thomas, the country’s most famous poet. Treat the family to a day of aquatic fun at the LC Swansea waterpark and stroll through Clyne Gardens, home to more than 2,000 species of plants. Wales has more than 600 castles, from Roman defensive strongholds to the fantasy projects of 19th-century millionaires. Tour the 11th-century Chepstow Castle with its 800-year-old wooden doors. See the lavishly decorated rooms of Castell Coch, a late 19th-century building constructed on the ruins of a 13th-century castle. Climb the towers of the 12th-century Dinefwr Castle. Join other tourists drawn to the history, culture and fascinating scenery of Wales. ### Popular cities in Wales [CardiffKnown for Friendly people, Shopping and Historical](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272) The lively capital of Wales features sports, theatre and art against backdrops of a cosmopolitan waterfront and iconic architecture. ## Reasons to visit - Principality Stadium - Cardiff International Arena - Cardiff Bay [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [SwanseaKnown for Friendly people, Bars and Marinas](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea.dx9958) The second largest city in Wales, Swansea is known for its vibrant energy and welcoming charm. With the university on its doorstep, the city has a large student population which means plenty of choice when it comes to shopping, dining and nightlife. And with the city currently enjoying something of a rebirth through an extensive bout of regeneration – now boasting both a national museum and a new marina, as well as five Green Flag Award-winning parks – Swansea is fast becoming known as “the Brighton of Wales”. ## Reasons to visit - Three Cliffs Bay Beach - Rhossili Beach - Mumbles Pier [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea.dx9958)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Hotels.d9958.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [HaverfordwestKnown for Castle, Boating and Kayaking](https://expedia.co.uk/Haverfordwest.dx182857) Haverfordwest is a vibrant and bustling country town with an eclectic range of activities for the whole family. The county town of Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest is situated in the Welsh countryside on the west banks of the River Cleddau, not far from the world-famous Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. ## Reasons to visit - St. David's Cathedral - Skomer - Whitesands Bay [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Haverfordwest.dx182857)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Haverfordwest-Hotels.d182857.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [CaernarfonKnown for Dining, Friendly people and Bars](https://expedia.co.uk/Caernarfon.dx5616) Dominated by its huge medieval fortress and surrounded by calm waterways, Caernarfon is one of Wales’ most picturesque towns. ## Reasons to visit - Yr Wyddfa - Caernarfon Castle - Pen-y-Pass [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Caernarfon.dx5616)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Caernarfon-Hotels.d5616.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [TenbyKnown for Recreation, Churches and Fishing](https://expedia.co.uk/Tenby.dx182887) Revered as Wales’ most iconic seaside town, with it’s brightly coloured houses overlooking pristine sandy beaches, Tenby brings quaint charm to the South Wales coastline. ## Reasons to visit - Tenby Beach - Manorbier Castle - Harbour Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Tenby.dx182887)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Tenby-Hotels.d182887.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [LlandudnoKnown for Friendly people, Sea and Tours](https://expedia.co.uk/Llandudno.dx5621) Hailed as the “Queen of the Welsh Resorts”, with its stunning coastline and buzzing nightlife, Llandudno offers a royal welcome to you that richly rewards. Llandudno is the largest resort in Wales. It sits comfortably between the Great and Little Ormes and boasts two wonderful sandy beaches, which is a rare treat indeed for anywhere in the British isles. ## Reasons to visit - Venue Cymru - Llandudno Pier - Promenade [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Llandudno.dx5621)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels.d5621.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Wales ![Cardiff which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145655-Cardiff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff (and vicinity) The lively capital of Wales features sports, theatre and art against backdrops of a cosmopolitan waterfront and iconic architecture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272) ![Llandudno which includes a square or plaza and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148403-Llandudno.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Llandudno Hailed as the “Queen of the Welsh Resorts”, with its stunning coastline and buzzing nightlife, Llandudno offers a royal welcome to you that richly rewards. Llandudno is the largest resort in Wales. It sits comfortably between the Great and Little Ormes and boasts two wonderful sandy beaches, which is a rare treat indeed for anywhere in the British isles. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Llandudno.dx5621) ![Tenby featuring boating, a bay or harbour and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/207000/207927-Tenby.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tenby Revered as Wales’ most iconic seaside town, with it’s brightly coloured houses overlooking pristine sandy beaches, Tenby brings quaint charm to the South Wales coastline. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tenby.dx182887) ![Swansea featuring a sunset, sailing and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148259-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Swansea The second largest city in Wales, Swansea is known for its vibrant energy and welcoming charm. With the university on its doorstep, the city has a large student population which means plenty of choice when it comes to shopping, dining and nightlife. And with the city currently enjoying something of a rebirth through an extensive bout of regeneration – now boasting both a national museum and a new marina, as well as five Green Flag Award-winning parks – Swansea is fast becoming known as “the Brighton of Wales”. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea.dx9958) ![Bodelwyddan Castle featuring heritage elements and a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148500-Bodelwyddan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rhyl Rhyl is a busy, seaside resort on the northeast coast of Wales. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhyl.dx6084734) ![Conwy featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148380-Conwy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Conwy Wales has many market towns, but you’ll be stuck to find any that compare to Conwy. The immense fortress built here by Edward I of England back in the 13th Century is probably the best-preserved medieval structure in all of Wales. Located on the North Wales coast, this medieval town is literally one of a kind. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Conwy.dx5619) ![Photo by Kyle Jones](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f4a2db288c8095e4da954271fa3cf3d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barmouth For those looking for an escape, the tiny seaside town of Barmouth in County Gwynedd on the northwest of Wales is about as far from civilisation as you will get. Situated on the briny coast of Snowdonia National Park, Barmouth is the ideal location for a walking holiday, or for lovers of any intrepid outdoor activity. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barmouth.dx8117) ![Photo by Jason Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/63fbf3fcecf79b00ddc319f4dbe74ebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Saundersfoot Saundersfoot is a fishing village located in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Positioned at the foot of a picturesque wooded valley, it offers unspoilt nature alongside quirky, independent boutiques, bars and restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Saundersfoot.dx182884) ![Aberystwyth which includes a coastal town and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145692-Aberystwyth.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aberystwyth Although far from isolated on the scale of many countries and continents, Aberystwyth, situated in the middle of Cardigan Bay, has a definite air of being agreeably cut off from its closest centres of population. They are all over 70 or 80 miles distant, and on roads that do not allow fast travel by car as they snake sinuously around the scenic coastline or climb dramatically up the great impassive hills and green valleys of Wales. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberystwyth.dx182842) ![Betws-Y-Coed showing forest scenes, a house and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148439-Betws-Y-Coed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Betws-Y-Coed Betws –y-Coed literally means ‘the prayer house in the woods’ and this pretty village certainly offers those who seek to be surrounded by natural beauty of an almost mystical grandeur exactly what they are looking for. The village is better known as ‘the gateway to Snowdonia’ and it certainly offers a triumphant introduction to the joys to come. 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