St Fagans National Museum of History

“An amazing museum that protects and tells the story of Wales in a unique way. After almost three years living in the UK, this is still one of the most special places I have visited here. Wales has such a strong culture and identity of its own, including a language that has survived centuries despite the dominance of English, and I think places like St Fagans are really important to make sure this history and culture are preserved and continue to be told from a Welsh perspective. The open air museum and the immersive experience it offers are just incredible! You can actually walk into houses, schools, shops, farms and buildings from completely different periods of history and see how people lived. It really does feel like travelling through time, and there is so much to see that every time I go I discover something different. The staff are also lovely and really add to the experience. On our last visit, the bartender at the Vulcan and the guide at the school were incredibly generous with their time, explanations and recommendations. You can tell how much they know and care about the history they are sharing, and having people there to actually talk you through it makes the whole experience even better. I have been there four times now, each time with different friends/family members from abroad who had no idea this museum even existed, and they have all loved it. I am already looking forward to going back and taking more people there so more people can get to know the history and culture of Wales. And somehow, all of this is free. I really hope it continues to be protected and preserved for future generations because places like this are invaluable.”

“A wonderful museum with so much to see and do. Entry is completely free, which is amazing considering how large and well maintained the site is. There are many different areas to explore and a very spacious outdoor territory. The playground is fantastic for children, and there are plenty of benches outside, making it very comfortable to relax and take breaks. There is also a café with a wide selection of food, and you are allowed to bring your own food as well, which is very convenient. Another highlight is the animal area, where both children and adults can feed and gently interact with the animals, including being able to pet the sheep. This was a lovely and memorable experience. This is definitely a place where you can easily spend the whole day. It is great both for families with children and for adults - there is something interesting for everyone. Parking was £7 for the whole day, which is very reasonable. The only cost is parking, as entry to the museum itself is free. Highly recommended!”

“We didn't know of this fantastic site until it was recommended by someone at Caerphilly Castle. We went due to her advice and it was brilliant. An immersive way to explore and learn the history of everyday people of Wales. Each building was rebuilt in this location for the purpose of preserving Welsh history. ❤️ I would recommend bringing lunch, there are so many spots to sit and have a picnic! 🐕Dogs are allowed on the site but not in most (or all?) of the buildings due to their historic significance. The bara brith from the bakery is excellent! 👌🏻 It is free to enter, but you will need to pay for parking on site. The gift shop is great for authentic souvenirs. I bought some wool made on site by the craftsman! 🧶🐑”