23 Unmissable Family Days Out in South & West Wales
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Discover unforgettable family days out in Wales – from wildlife parks and hands‑on museums to alpaca trekking, castle adventures and a Wallace & Gromit Virtual Trail.
Days Out in the Brecon Beacons
Alpaca Trek – Alpaca My Boots
A 90‑minute alpaca trek in the Brecon Beacons with panoramic country views. Perfect for outdoor family adventures and animal lovers.
Best bit: Instagram‑ready photo ops with your cute alpaca buddy.
For: Families, kids, nature enthusiasts.
Days Out in Caerphilly
The Morbitorium – Haunted Curiosity Museum
A quirky, spooky day out near Cardiff exploring oddities like occult artefacts, taxidermy, and haunted dolls.
Best bit: Spirit‑board wall with real supernatural history.
For: Curious families and fans of the eerie and unusual.
The Meadows Wildlife Park
Animal park with 300+ creatures: donkeys, alpacas, capybaras, meerkats, reptiles, and more. Combines farm feel with exotic species.
Best bit: Diverse wildlife experiences under one roof.
For: Kids, animal lovers, educational visits.
Days Out in Cardiff
Techniquest – Wallace & Gromit AR Trail
Cardiff Bay’s interactive science centre with Summer of Invention (19 July–31 August). Includes the Wallace & Gromit AR Trail, planetarium, exhibits, shows, and workshops.
Best bit: Gromit clay‑model workshop.
For: Families, curious minds, kids aged 5–95.
St Fagans National Museum of History
A free open‑air museum just outside Cardiff. Explore 40+ historic Welsh buildings, traditional skills, and family‑friendly demonstrations.
Best bit: Outdoor cultural immersion in parkland.
For: Families, history lovers.
BBC Wales Studio Tours
Backstage access to television and radio at BBC Cymru Wales in Central Square. See sound‑effects, newsrooms, and cutting‑edge tech.
Best bit: Immersive behind‑the‑scenes studios.
For: Media‑curious families and teens.
Cardiff Museum (Old Library)
A free Cardiff history museum in a gorgeous old library. Features interactive exhibits, city evolution model, and engaging storytelling.
Best bit: Reimagined Cardiff city model.
For: Families, heritage-conscious visitors.
Fun HQ – Indoor Adventure Centre
All‑weather play zone in Cardiff Bay with climbing walls, soft‑play levels, and adrenaline cchallenges like “leap of faith.”
Best bit: High‑energy indoor fun for all ages.
For: Families, rainy‑day rescue, birthday groups.
Cardiff Bay Barrage – Scenic Walk & Cycle
Flat, family‑friendly route overlooking Cardiff Bay and Severn Estuary. Features play areas, skate plaza, and a quirky Roald Dahl Crocodile bench.
Best bit: Perfect place for scenic selfies and play.
For: Active families, outdoor strollers.
Buzz Parks Cardiff – Trampoline Superpark
Wales’ largest indoor trampoline park – 23,000 sq ft of trampolines, giant inflatable course, obstacle runs, and party zones.
Best bit: 6‑m drop slide and nonstop bouncing.
For: Energetic families, teens, birthday celebrations.
Days Out in Rhondda Cynon Taff
Zip World Tower – Seated Zipline & Coaster
High‑adrenaline attraction in Aberdare: the world’s fastest seated zipline, Tower Coaster, and high ropes on old coal site.
Best bit: Double‑zip ride with panoramic mountain views.
For: Adventure seekers, teens, thrill aficionados.
The Royal Mint Experience
Guided tour of coin‑making in Llantrisant – strike your own 50p, learn 1,100 years of minting history, and explore rare exhibits.
Best bit: Personalised coin‑striking moment.
For: History buffs, curious kids, collectors.
Days Out in Swansea & Gower
National Waterfront Museum
Modern maritime & industrial museum in Swansea Marina with interactive displays and family activities. Close to the beach and city centre.
Best bit: Year‑round family‑friendly events.
For: Rainy‑day explorers, history lovers.
Savage Adventures – Outdoor Thrill Activities
Outdoor experiences including canyoning, coasteering, cliff climbing, kayaking, paddle‑boarding, and guided hikes across South Wales.
Best bit: Customisable adventure for all levels.
For: Outdoor families, adventure seekers.
Swansea Bus & Transport Museum
Historic vehicles museum curated by volunteers. Vintage buses, fire engines, classic cars—occasional heritage rides too.
Best bit: Hop aboard for a real ride on a vintage bus.
For: Transport fans, nostalgic families.
Oystermouth Castle – Mumbles Landmark
12th‑century castle on Mumbles cliffs with ancient staircases, medieval graffiti, and a stunning 30‑ft glass bridge.
Best bit: Glass‑bridge thrill with coastal scenery.
For: Families, heritage tourists, photographers.
The LC Swansea – Waterpark & Soft Play
West Wales’ biggest indoor waterpark with slides, lazy river, wave pool, spa, soft play, and climbing walls.
Best bit: Masterblaster uphill water slide and volcano slides.
For: Families, rain‑dodgers, thrill seekers.
Days Out in West Wales
Folly Farm – Zoo, Fairground, Farm & Play Zones
Four‑in‑one attraction in Pembrokeshire: zoo animals (lions, penguins), vintage rides, farm, and adventure playgrounds.
Best bit: Penguin or giraffe feeding experiences.
For: Families, animal lovers, funfair fans.
Llanelli Wetland Centre – Dragonfly Festival
Wetland wildlife centre with pond‑dipping, guided walks, puppet shows, and dragonfly safaris during summer festival.
Best bit: Spotting & making your own dragonflies.
For: Nature‑lovers, crafty families.
Pembrey Country Park – Outdoor Adventure & Beach
500‑acre park with dry ski‑slope, toboggan run, woodland trails, eight‑mile beach, cycling and more.
Best bit: Dry‑ski with instructor guidance.
For: Active families, nature lovers.
Carmarthenshire Museum – Palace in a Park
Small museum housed in a former bishop’s palace with gallery exhibits, Victorian classroom, and local history displays.
Best bit: Peaceful historic atmosphere.
For: History lovers, relaxed family outings.
Dylan Thomas Boathouse – Literary Heritage & Estuary Views
The final home of poet Dylan Thomas, preserved with original writing shed and living spaces overlooking the estuary.
Best bit: Authentic glimpse into Thomas’s creative world.
For: Literature fans, scenic calm seekers.
Parc Howard Museum – Invention & Interactive Gallery
Llanelli museum showcasing local inventions like the Stepney wheel and Specsavers roots. Features interactive Imaginarium exhibits.
Best bit: Hands‑on puzzles and optical illusions.
For: Budding inventors, curious kids, nostalgia fans.
