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united-kingdom/wales/landmark/tours-of-wales

Tours of Wales

Discover Wales’ rich history and stunning landscapes on small-group, expertly guided day tours with Tours of Wales.

5 Longford Rd, Neath Abbey, Neath SA10 7ES
5 Excellent 82 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/premier-inn-swansea-waterfront-hotel

Premier Inn Swansea Waterfront hotel

Modern comfort and scenic marina views combine at Premier Inn Swansea Waterfront, your gateway to Swansea’s vibrant coastal charm.

waterfront development, The, Langdon Rd, Swansea SA1 8QY
4.2 Very Good 1,416 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/cathedral-church-of-saint-joseph-eglwys-gadeirlan-sioseff-sant

Cathedral Church of Saint Joseph (Eglwys Gadeirlan Siôseff Sant)

A majestic Gothic Revival cathedral in Swansea, symbolizing faith, history, and community since 1888.

Convent St, Swansea SA1 2BX
4.6 Excellent 52 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/premier-inn-swansea-city-centre-hotel

Premier Inn Swansea City Centre hotel

Comfortable city-centre hotel on vibrant Wind Street, with spacious rooms, tasty dining, and easy access to Swansea’s cultural and coastal highlights.

The City Gates, Wind St, Swansea SA1 1EE
4.2 Very Good 957 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/swansea-castle

Swansea Castle

Medieval fortress ruins in Swansea's city centre, where Norman heritage meets modern urban design.

8 Castle St, Swansea SA1 1DW
4 Very Good 945 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/cwtsh-hostel

Cwtsh Hostel

Modern, friendly, and centrally located hostel offering comfortable stays and social spaces in the vibrant heart of Swansea.

10-14 Castle St, Swansea SA1 1JF
4.7 Excellent 215 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/delta-hotels-swansea

Delta Hotels Swansea

Stylish waterfront hotel in Swansea’s Maritime Quarter with modern comforts, stunning bay views, and versatile event spaces.

Trawler Rd, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 3SS
4.1 Very Good 1,439 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/glamorgan-history-society

Glamorgan History Society

Explore Glamorgan’s rich history through dedicated research, publications, and community events at the heart of Swansea’s heritage.

87 Gabalfa Rd, Sketty, Swansea SA2 8ND
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/y-bwlwarcau

Y Bwlwarcau

Explore Y Bwlwarcau, a serene Iron Age hillfort nestled on Mynydd Margam’s slopes, revealing ancient Welsh heritage amidst tranquil countryside.

Llangynwyd, Maesteg CF34 9RA
4 Very Good 1 reviews
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/loughor-castle

Loughor Castle

Medieval tower ruin commanding Roman-era strategic crossroads above the River Loughor estuary.

Castle St, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6TS
4 Very Good 205 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/amgueddfa-parc-howard-parc-howard-museum

Amgueddfa Parc Howard - Parc Howard Museum

Discover Llanelli’s heritage and creativity in a stunning Victorian mansion set within expansive, tranquil gardens.

Felinfoel Rd, Llanelli SA15 3LJ
4.5 Excellent 358 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/gorsedd-circle

Gorsedd Circle

A modern stone circle in Llanelli celebrating Welsh culture, poetry, and the spirit of the National Eisteddfod.

UK, Llanelli
4.6 Excellent 97 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/king-arthur-s-stone

King Arthur's Stone

A majestic Neolithic burial tomb wrapped in Arthurian legend, set atop Gower’s Cefn Bryn with sweeping estuary views.

Swansea SA3 1AE
4.6 Excellent 240 reviews
united-kingdom/dyfed/landmark/the-baltic-inn-restaurant

The Baltic Inn & Restaurant

A welcoming countryside inn in Pontyates offering cozy rooms, hearty dining, and a peaceful Welsh village atmosphere.

Heol Y Pentre, Pontyates, Llanelli SA15 5RE
3.9 Good 202 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/kilns-of-mynyddcerrig

Kilns of Mynyddcerrig

Explore the historic limekilns of Mynyddcerrig, a window into Carmarthenshire’s rural industrial heritage and traditional limeburning craft.

Unnamed Road, Carmarthen SA32 8PY
3 Average 1 reviews
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/whiteford-lighthouse

Whiteford Lighthouse

A rare cast-iron lighthouse standing in the tidal estuary of the Gower Peninsula, reachable only at low tide across vast sands and saltmarsh.

Swansea SA3 1DL
4.8 Excellent 57 reviews
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/national-trust-paxton-s-tower

National Trust - Paxton's Tower

Historic Neo-Gothic folly offering sweeping Tywi Valley panoramas and tranquil picnic spots near Llanarthney.

Llanarthney SA32 8HX
4.6 Excellent 423 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/rhossili-downs

Rhossili Downs

Experience breathtaking coastal panoramas and ancient heritage atop the highest point of Wales' Gower Peninsula.

Rhossili, Swansea SA3 1PJ
4.3 Very Good 4 reviews
united-kingdom/south-glamorgan/landmark/aberfan-disaster-memorial

Aberfan Disaster Memorial

A solemn memorial garden honoring 144 lives lost in Wales' greatest tragedy, where resilience blooms amid remembrance.

Moy Rd, Aberfan, Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4QW
4.8 Excellent 325 reviews
united-kingdom/west-glamorgan/landmark/billy-wynt

Billy Wynt

Discover the mysterious cylindrical stone landmark of Billy Wynt, perched atop Y-Graig hill near Llantrisant, blending history and scenic Welsh landscapes.

6 Dan-Y-Felin, Llantrisant, Pontyclun CF72 8EH
4.7 Excellent 101 reviews
united-kingdom/glamorgan/landmark/cowbridge-south-gate

Cowbridge South Gate

Discover Cowbridge South Gate, the last surviving medieval gateway in Glamorgan, where history and charm meet in the heart of a Welsh market town.

Church St, Cowbridge CF71 7AG
4.4 Very Good 5 reviews
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/castell-cydweli-kidwelly-castle

Castell Cydweli / Kidwelly Castle

A 900-year-old Norman fortress rising above the River Gwendraeth, where medieval military genius meets breathtaking Welsh countryside.

Castle Rd, Kidwelly SA17 5BQ
4.7 Excellent 1,992 reviews
united-kingdom/brecon-beacons-national-park/landmark/yha-brecon-beacons

YHA Brecon Beacons

Rustic farmhouse hostel offering clean, cozy accommodation and a warm communal atmosphere in the heart of Brecon Beacons National Park.

Libanus, Brecon LD3 8NH
4.5 Excellent 228 reviews
united-kingdom/south-glamorgan/landmark/hensol-castle

Hensol Castle

Experience the grandeur and romance of a historic Welsh castle set in stunning grounds, perfect for unforgettable weddings and celebrations.

Castle Park, Hensol Castle Hensol, Pontyclun CF72 8JX
4.7 Excellent 681 reviews
united-kingdom/brecon-beacons-national-park/landmark/cefn-llechid

Cefn Llechid

A 400m moorland summit in the Brecon Beacons offering panoramic views, walking trails, and rich natural heritage.

Brecon Beacons National Park, Brecon LD3 8TB
4.9 Excellent 8 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/talley-abbey

Talley Abbey

Wales's only Premonstratensian abbey, crowned by a soaring tower, set beside twin lakes in timeless solitude.

Talley, Llandeilo SA19 7YY
4.6 Excellent 318 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/south-african-war-memorial

South African War Memorial

A dignified tribute in Carmarthen’s Guildhall Square commemorating local heroes of the Anglo-Boer War with a striking marble soldier statue.

Guildhall Square, Carmarthen SA31 1PR
2 Poor 1 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/carmarthen-work-house

Carmarthen Work House

Explore the historic Carmarthen Work House, a powerful testament to Wales’ social welfare past and resilience through times of hardship.

Carmarthen SA31 1DN
3.5 Good 2 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/castell-coch

Castell Coch

A fairytale fortress of Victorian imagination rising from medieval foundations in ancient Welsh woodland.

Cardiff CF15 7JS
4.6 Excellent 4,039 reviews
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/castell-caerffili-caerphilly-castle

Castell Caerffili / Caerphilly Castle

Wales' mightiest fortress, featuring a leaning tower that outranks Pisa and a newly restored Great Hall.

Castle St, Caerphilly CF83 1JD
4.7 Excellent 7,456 reviews
united-kingdom/gwent/landmark/tommy-cooper-statue

Tommy Cooper Statue

Celebrate the wit and charm of Caerphilly’s own comedy legend with this iconic bronze statue of Tommy Cooper, set against the backdrop of historic Caerphilly Castle.

The Twyn, Caerphilly CF83 1JL
4.5 Excellent 55 reviews
united-kingdom/brecon-beacons-national-park/landmark/the-brecon-castle-hotel

The Brecon Castle Hotel

Historic Wales’ oldest hotel blending timeless charm with modern comforts near Brecon Beacons National Park.

Castle Square, Brecon LD3 9DB
4.1 Very Good 843 reviews
united-kingdom/brecknockshire/landmark/duke-of-wellington-monument

Duke of Wellington Monument

Historic bronze statue honoring the Duke of Wellington, a commanding presence in Brecon’s town centre and a testament to local artistry and British heritage.

The, Bulwark, Brecon LD3 7AA
4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
united-kingdom/brecknockshire/landmark/brecon-barracks

Brecon Barracks

Historic military hub in Brecon, home to the Royal Welsh Regiment and its museum, set within the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park.

84-85 Watton, Brecon LD3 7EN
5 Excellent 1 reviews
united-kingdom/brecon-beacons-national-park/landmark/brecon-cathedral

Brecon Cathedral

Nine centuries of faith and heritage in Wales's most unique cathedral close

Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP
4.6 Excellent 595 reviews
united-kingdom/brecon-beacons-national-park/landmark/brynich-aqueduct

Brynich Aqueduct

A soaring stone testament to 18th-century engineering and 20th-century restoration, spanning the River Usk.

Brynich, Brecon LD3 7SH
4.8 Excellent 14 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/cardiff-city-stadium

Cardiff City Stadium

Wales's premier football arena where passion meets modern sport in the heart of Cardiff.

Leckwith Rd, Cardiff CF11 8AZ
4.4 Very Good 5,584 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/roath/landmark/scott-memorial-lighthouse

Scott Memorial Lighthouse

Historic lighthouse memorial in Roath Park honoring Captain Scott’s Antarctic expedition, set beside Cardiff’s scenic Victorian lake.

Scott Memorial Lighthouse, Cardiff CF23 5PH
4.8 Excellent 33 reviews
united-kingdom/bristol/landmark/queen-anne-square

Queen Anne Square

A tranquil Georgian square offering refined urban living within Cardiff's most prestigious civic centre.

Cardiff
united-kingdom/cardiff/cathays/landmark/wales-national-war-memorial

Wales National War Memorial

A solemn Gothic Revival monument in Cardiff honoring Welsh soldiers who sacrificed their lives in both World Wars.

Cardiff CF10 3NS
5 Excellent 34 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/cathays/landmark/animal-wall

Animal Wall

Discover Cardiff’s whimsical Animal Wall, a Victorian masterpiece of 15 stone creatures blending art, history, and nature near Cardiff Castle.

11 Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BJ
4.4 Very Good 96 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/city-centre/landmark/cardiff-castle-museum

Cardiff Castle Museum

Explore nearly 2,000 years of Welsh history and stunning architecture at Cardiff Castle Museum, a captivating landmark in the heart of Cardiff.

5 Duke St, Cardiff CF10 1AY
4.6 Excellent 247 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/city-hall

City Hall

Edwardian Baroque masterpiece crowned by a Welsh dragon, housing treasures of Welsh history and art.

King Edward VII Ave, Cardiff CF10 3ND
united-kingdom/cardiff/cathays/landmark/south-african-war-memorial

South African War Memorial

A poignant bronze and stone tribute in Cardiff honoring Welsh soldiers who served in the Second Boer War, embodying peace, war, and grief.

King Edward VII Ave, Cardiff CF10 3NS
4.4 Very Good 23 reviews
united-kingdom/wales/landmark/welsh-crannog-centre

Welsh Crannog Centre

Step back in time at the Welsh Crannog Centre, where Iron Age heritage meets the serene beauty of Llangorse Lake in Wales.

Llangorse, Brecon LD3 7TR
4.2 Very Good 35 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/firing-line-cardiff-castle-museum-of-the-welsh-soldier

Firing Line Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier

Discover the valor and history of Welsh soldiers through immersive exhibits within the historic Cardiff Castle grounds.

Castle St, Cardiff CF10 3RB
4.6 Excellent 157 reviews
united-kingdom/south-glamorgan/landmark/historical-wales

Historical Wales

Discover authentic Welsh heritage and unique souvenirs at Historical Wales, a charming gift shop in the heart of Cardiff's historic district.

2-4 Duke St, Cardiff CF10 1AY
4.5 Excellent 57 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/nereid-statue

Nereid Statue

A bronze sea nymph offering mythological protection to Cardiff's maritime legacy

Cardiff CF10 3AQ
5 Excellent 5 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/cardiff-town-wall

Cardiff Town Wall

Step back into medieval Cardiff with the ancient Town Wall, a striking relic offering history, architecture, and panoramic city views.

Town Wall, A4161, Cardiff CF10 2AF
5 Excellent 5 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/aneurin-bevan-statue-by-robert-thomas-1987

Aneurin Bevan Statue by Robert Thomas (1987)

A bronze tribute to the architect of the NHS, captured in passionate oratory on Cardiff's Queen Street.

Cardiff CF10 2BU
4.1 Very Good 8 reviews
united-kingdom/carmarthenshire/landmark/st-clears-castle

St Clears Castle

Explore the earthwork remains of St Clears Castle, a Norman motte-and-bailey fortress steeped in medieval Welsh history at the rivers’ confluence.

Garage, St Clears, Carmarthen SA33
3.8 Good 18 reviews
united-kingdom/bristol/landmark/8-st-mary-st

8 St Mary St

Victorian heart of Cardiff where historic architecture, shopping, and culture converge on a celebrated Welsh street.

8 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1AT
united-kingdom/cardiff/city-centre/landmark/cardiff-central-train-station-water-tower

Cardiff Central Train Station Water Tower

A historic Grade II listed water tower overlooking Cardiff Central Station and the River Taff, symbolizing the city’s rich railway heritage.

Stadium Plaza, Wood St, Cardiff CF10 1LA
4.6 Excellent 5 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/museum-of-cardiff

Museum of Cardiff

Explore the vibrant history and culture of Cardiff in the heart of the city at the Museum of Cardiff, housed in the historic Old Library.

The Old Library, The Hayes, St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 1BH
4.3 Very Good 587 reviews
united-kingdom/glamorgan/landmark/wwii-coast-artillery-search-light-emplacement

WWII Coast Artillery Search Light Emplacement

Explore the WWII Coast Artillery Search Light Emplacement in Barry, a striking wartime landmark with panoramic coastal views and rich military heritage.

66 Clos Yr Wylan, Barry CF62 5DB
5 Excellent 2 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/john-batchelor-statue

John Batchelor Statue

A Victorian radical immortalised in bronze, standing where Cardiff’s political battles once raged.

The Hayes, St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 1GA
4.2 Very Good 63 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/the-gathering-cardiff

The Gathering - Cardiff

Victorian Neogothic landmark and active faith community in the heart of Cardiff

United Reform Church, Windsor Pl, Cardiff CF10 3BZ
5 Excellent 6 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/james-howell-s-house

James Howell's House

A Victorian mansion that witnessed Cardiff's rise from a merchant's residence to a wartime hospital and cherished historical landmark.

1-25 The Walk, Cardiff CF24 3AF
3.3 Average 3 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/mountain-of-fire-miracles-ministries-cardiff

Mountain of Fire & Miracles Ministries Cardiff.

A dynamic Christian church in the Capitol Shopping Centre, offering daily worship, prayer, and community in the heart of Cardiff.

Studio 3, old premier cinema, Capitol Shopping Centre, Queen St, Cardiff CF10 2HQ
5 Excellent 3 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/city-centre/landmark/water-towers-by-amber-hiscott-david-pearl

Water Towers by Amber Hiscott & David Pearl

Explore Cardiff’s Water Towers by Amber Hiscott & David Pearl, a captivating blend of art, history, and urban design celebrating the city’s industrial heritage.

Cardiff CF10 5BT
3.5 Good 4 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/city-centre/landmark/statue-of-the-second-marquess-of-bute

Statue of The Second Marquess of Bute

Historic bronze statue in Cardiff honoring the visionary who transformed the city through the development of its docks and industrial growth.

Callaghan Square, Cardiff CF10
4.3 Very Good 3 reviews
united-kingdom/bristol/landmark/mount-stuart-square

Mount Stuart Square

Victorian grandeur meets maritime history in Cardiff's iconic coal-trade square.

Cardiff
united-kingdom/cardiff/cardiff-bay/landmark/ship-weather-vane-cardiff-bay-art-trail

Ship Weather Vane - Cardiff Bay Art Trail

A dynamic copper and steel ship weather vane celebrating Cardiff Bay’s maritime heritage atop the historic Pilotage Office.

5bw, Pilotage Bldg, Stuart St, Cardiff CF10 5BW
united-kingdom/brecon-beacons-national-park/landmark/llys-a-chastell-tre-twr-tretower-court-and-castle

Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr / Tretower Court and Castle

Medieval fortress and magnificent manor house where 900 years of Welsh power and prestige converge in one extraordinary site.

Powys, Tretower, Crickhowell NP8 1RF
4.7 Excellent 630 reviews
united-kingdom/gwent/landmark/twmbarlwm

Twmbarlwm

Explore Twmbarlwm’s ancient hillfort with breathtaking views, rich history, and legendary tales atop South Wales’ iconic ridge.

Henllys, Risca, Cwmbran NP44 6HU9
4.8 Excellent 320 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/roald-dahl-plass

Roald Dahl Plass

Where industrial heritage meets modern culture—Cardiff's iconic plaza named for author Roald Dahl.

Cardiff CF10 5BZ
4.4 Very Good 1,001 reviews
united-kingdom/glamorgan/landmark/premier-inn-cardiff-bay-hotel

Premier Inn Cardiff Bay hotel

Comfortable, accessible hotel in Cardiff Bay’s vibrant waterfront district, steps from culture, dining, and entertainment.

Bute Pl, Cardiff CF10 4AA
4.3 Very Good 798 reviews
united-kingdom/cardiff/landmark/the-scott-antarctic-memorial-cardiff-bay

The Scott Antarctic Memorial Cardiff Bay

A poignant memorial in Cardiff Bay honoring Captain Scott and his Antarctic expedition, set against a historic maritime backdrop.

Cardiff Bay Trl, Cardiff CF10 4WZ
4.3 Very Good 22 reviews

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