Fonmon Castle

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Whitmore Bay during your trip to Barry? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Ten miles southwest of Cardiff, Barry Island Pleasure Park is perhaps the oldest amusement park in Wales, situated on the coast at Barry Island in the Vale of Glamorgan.

Wales, as well as being a beautiful country and tourist attraction packed with seaside resorts, mountains, lakes and forests, is a proud nation in its own right. Nowhere is this more apparent than at St. Fagans National History Museum, a stunning open-air museum, based in and around the grounds of St. Fagans Castle.

You can learn about the history of Barry with a stop at Penmark Castle. Visit the shops and spas in this walkable area.

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Watch House Beach during your trip to Barry? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.