Lonely Planet Experience Wales

Lonely Planet's Experience Wales travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Roam castle ruins on the Gower, slurp Atlantic Edge Oysters in Angle Bay, mountain bike in the wilds of Brechfa Forest - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip.

Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Wales:

Local experts share their love for the real Wales, offering fresh perspectives into the country's traditions, values and modern trends to make your travel experience even more meaningful.

In the know tips to help you build on your experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks.

Fun insights that will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - discover the musical pulse of Cardiff on Womanby Street; go underground to embrace Wales' coal-mining heritage in the Rhondda Valley; learn how legendary landscapes like Llyn-y-Fan Fach influenced Celtic mythology.

Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene, and photo-worthy views.

Handy seasonal trip planner to guide you on where to go, when to travel and what to pack.

Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel.

Comprehensive selection of maps throughout and beautiful full-colour photography to inspire you as you plan your unforgettable journey.

Covers Cardiff, Brecon Beacons & Southeast Wales, Swansea, Gower & Carmarthenshire, St Davids & Pembrokeshire, Mid-Wales, Snowdonia, Anglesey & the North Coast.

Experience Wales is an essential travel guide for all explorers looking to immerse themselves in the Welsh way of life. Each book within the Experience series contains handy trip building tools so that you can take your pick of the must-see attractions and activities as suggested by our local experts – and create your own dream travel itinerary to get away from the everyday. Unlock even more travel secrets using the QR codes throughout each guide and discover story-worthy travel moments that you'll never forget.

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

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