Wales attractions

Carisbrooke Castle is an English-Heritage landmark on the Isle of Wight. Surrounded by romantic English countryside – rolling hills, green pastures, and the like – the medieval castle sits right in the middle of the island. Steeped in history and formerly a home to royal figures (Charles I was imprisoned there for over a year before his execution in the 17th century), Carisbrooke Castle tickets give you access to the entire grounds. That's the high castle walls with their exceptional island views, the vibrant Princess Beatrice Garden, the Norman Keep, the Carisbrooke Castle Museum, and more. Don't forget to say hello to the resident donkeys – they've been there for donkey's years!

Go behind the scenes of coin making at the Royal Mint, one of Wales' most popular attractions. Inside the factory, coins for over 60 countries are produced and guided tours provide over 1,100 years of Royal Mint history with plenty of interactive exhibits. The Royal Mint also has an on-site cafe and the UK's only official Royal Mint Store, where you can even pick up gold ingots.

Whatever the weather, a trip to A Welsh Coal Mining Experience at Rhondda Heritage Park is a must, where visitors can enjoy a unique experience at this authentic coal mine in the South Wales Valleys. Learn about the international story of Welsh coal and about the people who made it a global business, including Lewis Merthyr, the owner who wrote the first one million pound cheque, and of the mine’s links with the RMS Titanic. A living testament to the coal mining communities of the world-famous Rhondda Valleys, this popular family tourist attraction offers a fascinating insight into the rich culture and character of the area. Ex-coal miners guide visitors on the Black Gold Experience underground tour, a 90 minute journey around the colliery site. Nobody knows the coal industry better than these guides, and visitors will marvel at their tales of life underground.