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Wales: places, events and answers
Everything residents and visitors of Wales need: food, things to do, places to stay, shops and useful addresses.
in the directory
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places in the guide
47
towns and districts
765
restaurants, bars & cafés
615
upcoming events
Q&A
What people ask about Wales
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What are some hidden gems in Cardiff?
Cardiff: the highest-rated places to visit are Miller & Carter Sarn, Bridgend, The Secret Garden Of Beauty and Lazarou Hair Salon & Extensions Cardiff Castle. Miller & Carter Sarn, Bridgend leads with 4.9 ★ from 4,267…
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Cardiff Frequently asked
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What not to miss in Cardiff?
Cardiff: the highest-rated places to visit are Miller & Carter Sarn, Bridgend, The Secret Garden Of Beauty and Lazarou Hair Salon & Extensions Cardiff Castle. Miller & Carter Sarn, Bridgend leads with 4.9 ★ from 4,267…
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Cardiff Frequently asked
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What are the top 10 things to do in Cardiff?
Cardiff: the highest-rated places to visit are Miller & Carter Sarn, Bridgend, The Secret Garden Of Beauty and Lazarou Hair Salon & Extensions Cardiff Castle. Miller & Carter Sarn, Bridgend leads with 4.9 ★ from 4,267…
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Cardiff Frequently asked
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Things to Do
What to see in Wales
Forts & castles 21 places
Bridges & boardwalks 7 places
Monuments & landmarks 44 places
Churches & temples 90 places
Historic districts & squares 4 places
Museums & galleries 66 places
Theaters & cinemas 35 places
Beaches 14 places
Parks & gardens 80 places
Nature reserves & national parks 41 places
Sports & fitness 138 places
Fishing & boating 59 places
Clubs & live music 32 places
Spas & saunas 48 places
Nightlife & games 19 places
Attractions & theme parks 176 places
Guided tours 39 places
Culture
Museums & galleries
Popular place
Historical place museum
4.7
National Trust - Erddig
Marchwiel, Wrexham
Closed opens at 10:00
Popular place
Local history museum
4.6
A Welsh Coal Mining Experience
Mountain Ash
Closed opens at 09:00
Popular place
Heritage museum
4.6
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park
Greenfield, Holywell
Closed opens at 10:00
Popular place
Museum
4.8
South Wales Aviation Museum
Barry
Closed
Outdoors & sport
Parks & gardens
Popular place
Botanical garden
4.8
Bodnant Garden - National Trust
Tal-y-cafn, Colwyn Bay
Closed opens at 09:30
Popular place
City park
4.7
Bute Park
Cardiff
Closed opens at 07:30
Popular place
Country park
4.7
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park & Medieval Village
Sully, Penarth
Open 24 hours
Park and Garden
4.6
Bryngarw Country Park
Brynmenyn, Bridgend
Closed opens at 10:00
Events
Events in Wales
Fri 13 Nov
Twilight Opening Nov 2026
Exhibitions & art · Brooklands Museum
Fri 13 Nov
Pocket Concert (30)
Concerts & live music · Royal Holloway
Fri 13 Nov
The Rezillos
Concerts & live music · Ropetackle Arts Centre
Fri 13 Nov
Twilight Quiz
Concerts & live music · Camp and Furnace
Fri 13 Nov
Billy Joel UK – The Ultimate Tribute to Billy Joel
Concerts & live music · Camp and Furnace
Fri 13 Nov, 11:30
Rhythm Makers (Nov-Dec 2026)
Exhibitions & art · Victoria and Albert Museum
Food & Drink
Where to eat in Wales
Restaurants 326 places
Bars & pubs 235 places
Cafés & bakeries 204 places
Delivery & catering 66 places
Restaurant & cafe chains 5 chains
Restaurants
Popular place
Caribbean restaurant
4.8
Turtle Bay Cardiff
Cardiff
Closed opens at 10:00
Popular place
Takeaway
4.8
Chopstix - Cardiff
Cardiff
Closed opens at 10:30
Popular place
Restaurant
4.4
Y Stablau - Stables Bar
Betws-y-Coed
Closed opens at 12:00
Popular place
Brazilian restaurant
4.5
Viva Brazil Cardiff
Cardiff
Closed opens at 12:00
Cafés & bakeries
Popular place
Tea room
4.5
Caffi Siabod
Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed
Closed opens at 08:00
Popular place
Coffee shop
4.8
Baffle Haus: The Cedars
Goytre, Pontypool
Closed opens at 09:00
Popular place
Cafe
4.5
Drago Lounge
Kingsway Centre, R2, Newport, Newport
Closed opens at 09:00
Popular place
Tea room
4.3
The Waterfront
Porthcawl
Shopping
Shopping
Markets
Popular place
Market
4.5
The Cardiff Market
Cardiff
Closed opens at 08:00
Popular place
Farm shop
4.4
Forage Farm Shop and Kitchen
Cowbridge
Closed opens at 09:00
Popular place
Market
4.3
Tir Prince Market
Towyn, Abergele
Closed
Farm shop
4.0
Hawarden Estate Farm Shop
Hawarden, Deeside
Closed opens at 09:00
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Schools & education 68 places
Hospitals & pharmacies 99 places
Sports & fitness 138 places
Car service 164 places
Parking 49 places
Doctors & dentists 128 places
Lawyers & accountants 61 places
Home repair & services 237 places
Beauty & barbers 133 places
Car dealers & parts 114 places