Wales Road Map

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Start with a trip to one of the activity companies in the area, where you can organize (perhaps in advance) sailing, stand-up paddle, kayaking, and canoeing. With more time you could also visit nearby Chepstow, a historic port town with a fabulous castle nestled on the banks of the River Wye. Next up is the spectacular Gower Peninsula in south Wales, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty famous for its breathtaking coastline and 30 or so unspoiled beaches and coves. If you want a livelier home base, then settle yourself in Cardiff and take road trips into the Brecons, the Gower and Caerphilly Castle from there. As the capital city, there’s lots going on. That said, Cardiff is a European city, not a vast skyscraper behemoth like you’ll find in the Americas and Asia. It’s still on the small side and incredibly walkable. When to Visit Wales

The wild moorlands offer some of the most stunning views in Wales. On a clear day, you can even catch a glimpse of Ireland across the sea. Belmont Llandudno Finish your Wales itinerary at the magnificent Conwy Castle Llangollen – Extra Day Llanddwyn beach. Anglesey has many beautiful beaches but this one makes the cut because of its soothing views across to the Snowdonia peaks. For this stretch of your Wales road trip itinerary, you can either head northwest to Anglesey, the lighthouse strewn outpost where Prince William and Kate spent their early married years. Or take a left turn into Snowdon’s Arm, the Llyn Peninsula. Highlights of the Anglesey Option If you haven’t seen these places then see if you can make room for them in your itinerary. You can easily take a detour and drive through some of the Cotswolds. Traffic in and out of the other three cities means you should avoid rush hour and leave a big chunk of your day to see each.The Gower”, as the peninsula is also called, is a perfect place for outdoor/ nature enthusiasts and is super popular with: Thanks to the heroic efforts made by people across Wales, which helped slow the spread of the disease, the First Minister is today announcing a red, amber, green traffic light system to define how restrictions on different areas of Welsh life can begin to be eased.

Talking of wild swimming, one of the super unique and cool places for wild swimming in Snowdonia is the Watkin Path Waterfalls!

For something really adventurous, the Mid Wales Paragliding Centre is just outside Aberystwyth, on your route to New Quay. Stop off for a few days and learn to fly with their BHPA School.

As part of the UK, Wales follows British driving rules and regulations, some of which I will briefly outline. They differ from mainland Europe in several ways. At least 3 days in Wales is a good amount of time to see a lot of the Country. However if you have 7 days or more, this will enable you to see both the North and South of Wales in one trip, or get to know one area really well. I hope this has helped you plan your Wales road trip. Half a day in Aberystwyth itself allows plenty of time to see the main highlights of the National Library of Wales and Constitution Hill and to have fish and chips on the promenade. Starting in the South East and ending in the Northern coastal town of Llandudno, this road trip in Wales is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to see as much of the country as possible. It will take at least two days of driving, but feel free to make it longer by leisurely exploring the stops along the way.Continue along the A487 until you reach St. Davids, the smallest cathedral city in the UK. The cathedral is well worth a visit to see the resting place of St David himself, the patron saint of Wales. If you like your sand a little more secluded, try Brandy Cove beach, only accessible by a cliff path, or head for Three Cliffs Bay, a spectacular shoreline of sand dunes, salt marsh, and limestone cliffs. If you’re looking for somewhere lively for an overnight stay, then you’ll find Fishguard a great choice. The main attraction here is the activities that the location provides; right on the Pembrokeshire Coast path, there’s also sailing, coasteering, and sea kayaking on offer and you’ll find lots to keep you busy. This is a map of our suggested Wales road trip itinerary in full. I find it so frustrating when people mention all the best places to go… and you have no idea where any of them are! I hope this Wales road trip map helps you get more familiar with the places we share in this post. How long to do a Wales Road Trip?