Looking to soak-up sensational stories, make dramatic discoveries or take in a view with a brew?

Take a tour across Wales and discover the places where history comes alive — it’s time to get out and explore Wales like never before!

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Places to Visit
Looking for a family day out with a difference? Cadw offers a range of exciting places to explore near you.
What's On
Choose from a packed programme of more than 400 events and days out each year across Wales, including exhibitions, workshops, heritage and arts activities, tours, talks, living history and live performances.
Days Out
Discovering Wales’s history has never been so much fun!
Best for History
Wales is filled to the brim with history — where will your Welsh adventure take you?
Venue Hire
Whether a castle, court, abbey or townhouse, some of Wales’s most impressive historic sites provide a unique backdrop to your event.

Ideas for

Family days out
Kids
If the drama of simply wandering the battlements of our fabulous fortresses isn’t quite enough, we’ve gone out of our way to make them come alive for a younger audience.
Families
Make a day of it by combining a visit to a family-friendly Cadw property with a trip to one or more of Wales’s other attractions.
Rainy days
Don’t let a lack of sun put you off exploring our amazing places. Many Cadw properties are sheltered from the elements, allowing you to enjoy them come rain or shine.
Family days out (mobile link)

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Venue hire
Whether a castle, court, abbey or townhouse, some of Wales’s most impressive historic sites provide a unique backdrop to your event.
Best for history
Wales is filled to the brim with history — where will your Welsh adventure take you?

Unlimited access to Wales' past

Join Cadw for as little as £2.00 a month and gain unlimited access to over 100 historical sites.

Join Cadw today

Enjoy the many benefits of Cadw membership

  • 10% off Cadw gift shops
  • 50% off entry to English Heritage and Historic Scotland sites
  • FREE entry to English Heritage and Historic Scotland on renewal
  • FREE entry to Manx National Heritage properties
  • FREE membership pack including car sticker and full colour map