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Twr Mawr Lighthouse, Llanddwyn Island, Anglesey, Wales

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The phrase 'good things come in small packages' may be a cliché, but in the case of Wales it's undeniably true.

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Cardiff Castle
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National Museum Cardiff
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Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal World Heritage Site
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Principality Stadium
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St Fagans National History Museum
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Wales Millennium Centre
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Bute Park

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Best Things to Do

Rugged mountains, wave-smashed coasts, exciting cities and castles galore: small but mighty Wales has many places that enchant visitors.

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Best Time to Visit

The main factors that will determine when to visit Wales are your budget, your tolerance for rain, and the activities you'd like to do.

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Things to Know

Whether you prefer to travel by rail, bike, bus, or car we can help you plan your trip to Wales with these top tips for getting around.

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Transportation

Whether you prefer to travel by rail, bike, bus, or car we can help you plan your trip to Wales with these top tips for getting around.

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Best Road Trips

Here are the top road trips in Wales, where you'll enjoy glacier-sculpted peaks, wave-bashed cliffs and brooding mountains.

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Money and Costs

Whether you prefer to travel by rail, bike, bus, or car we can help you plan your trip to Wales with these top tips for getting around.

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Traveling with Kids

From vast belts of golden sand and rolling surf to under-the-radar bays, the best beaches in Wales are impressive in any weather and wonderfully unspoiled.

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