Discover Wales’ rich culture and heritage which has been shaped through major periods in history.
The Romans mined for Welsh gold, the Normans built castles and the Tudor dynasty was founded here.
Take a ride on our narrow gauge railways. Or explore Wales' castles, caves and underground attactions.
Culture & Heritage
World Hertiage Sites in Wales
Wales has 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Find out what sites made it onto the famous list.
Culture for Families
It's magical when history comes to life. Learn something new whilst having fun.
Did you know…?
The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward I in Gwynedd are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Considered the pinnacle of military architecture, the site includes Beaumaris, Caernarfon, Conwy and Harlech Castles.
Giants Of Welsh Culture
Wales Millennium Centre
A unique and lively performing arts centre in Cardiff Bay, the WMC continues to live up to the promise of its frontage, "In these stones, horizons sing".
St Fagans: National History Museum
One of Europe's leading open–air museums that explores Welsh traditions and lifestyles.
St David’s Cathedral
Founded in the 6th century AD, St Davids is one of the great historic shrines of Christendom and the most ancient cathedral settlement in Britain.
The National Library of Wales 
A mountain of knowledge about Wales and the world with thousands of books on every subject.
National Waterfront Museum
Discover the story of Wales’ long industrial and maritime heritage.
Penrhyn Castle
An enormous neo-Norman castle with an elaborate interior of carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture.
Conwy Castle
Built for Edward I in 1283 to hold back the irrepressible Welsh, the castle is a great example of medieval military architecture.
Big Pit
Take a tour with a real miner of one of Britain's leading mining museums!