Rhossili BayGowerA three-mile sandy beach below the Rhossili Down, with the tidal island of Worm's Head at its southern end.
Three Cliffs BayGowerA bay of sand, dunes and a river below three limestone points, with the ruins of Pennard Castle above.
Pendine SandsCarmarthenshireA beach of around seven miles, known for land speed record attempts in the 1920s, with a museum on the history.
Barry IslandVale of GlamorganA sandy resort beach with a seafront and pleasure park, a short drive from Cardiff.
Wales Coast PathAlong the whole coastThe coastal path runs around the Gower and Carmarthen Bay, with cliff and beach walks close to many parks.
Pen y FanBannau BrycheiniogThe highest peak in southern Britain, with well-used paths from the Storey Arms and other car parks.
Waterfall CountryNear PontneddfechanWoodland walks to a series of waterfalls in Bannau Brycheiniog, including one you can walk behind.
National Botanic Garden of WalesCarmarthenshireGardens around a large glasshouse dome, with walks across the surrounding estate.
Pembrey Country ParkBurry PortWoodland, dunes and the long Cefn Sidan beach, with activities and play areas.
Caerphilly CastleCaerphillyOne of the largest castles in Britain, surrounded by artificial lakes, managed by Cadw.
Big Pit National Coal MuseumBlaenavonUnderground tours of a former coal mine with ex-miners as guides. Entry is free.
Cardiff CastleCardiffA castle in the city centre with Roman walls, a Norman keep and Victorian interiors.
Penclawdd cockles and laverbreadGowerCockles gathered on the Burry Estuary and laverbread, a seaweed dish, are traditional foods of the area.
St Fagans National Museum of HistoryNear CardiffAn open-air museum of historic buildings moved from across Wales. Entry is free.