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Things to do in Carmarthenshire
Wondering what to do in Carmarthenshire? This guide lists the area's attractions — zoos, museums, theme parks and more — with distances, so you can plan every day of your trip.
Museums & Galleries
1.3 mi from Carmarthenshire
Amgueddfa Sir Gâr - Carmarthenshire Museum
Carmarthenshire Museum sits in Abergwili, Carmarthenshire, Wales, in the historical palace and gardens of the bishops of St. Davids. It's part of the CofGâr family of five museums...
10.3 mi from Carmarthenshire
Cartref Dylan Thomas - Dylan Thomas Boathouse
The Dylan Thomas Boathouse in Laugharne was the writer's last home, set overlooking the Tâf estuary, and is now run as one of the CofGâr family of museums. Inside you'll find authe...
10.3 mi from Carmarthenshire
Dylan Thomas Boathouse
The Boathouse in Laugharne, Wales, was where Dylan Thomas lived with his family during his last four years between 1949 and 1953. The house is set in a cliff overlooking the Tâf es... — Wikipedia
11.7 mi from Carmarthenshire
Parc Howard Museum
Parc Howard Museum is one of five CofGâr museums run by Carmarthenshire County Council, and it tells the story of Llanelli's industrial past alongside an extensive collection of th...
13.7 mi from Carmarthenshire
Amgueddfa Wlân Cymru
Museum of the woollen industry in Dre-fach Felindre, Wales, United Kingdom
13.9 mi from Carmarthenshire
Amguedffa am Blentyndod Gorllewin Cymru
Toy museum in Carmarthenshire, Wales
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14.3 mi from Carmarthenshire
Capel Eidalwyr
Former Prisoner of War dormitory, converted into a Roman Catholic chapel by the prisoners.
15 mi from Carmarthenshire
Amgueddfa Cyflymder - Museum of Land Speed
The Museum of Land Speed in Pendine tells the story of Pendine Sands and the iconic land speed records set there, making it a family-friendly stop whether you're curious about moto...
19.7 mi from Carmarthenshire
Swansea Museum Collections Centre
Swansea Museum Collections Centre is the museum's store, housed in a historically important building on the former Hafod / Morfa Copper Works site in Landore, once the centre of wo...
20.2 mi from Carmarthenshire
Egypt Centre
The Egypt Centre sits within Swansea University in Sketty and holds the largest collection of Egyptian artefacts in Wales. You can explore galleries of ancient objects, with ongoin...
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20.4 mi from Carmarthenshire
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery is Swansea's city gallery, set in the heart of the castle area, offering free entry to its exhibitions of historical, modern and contemporary art, plus a p...
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20.8 mi from Carmarthenshire
Tom Mathias Museum
Memorial to Cilgerran photographer Tom Mathias featuring a rotating gallery of his work.
20.9 mi from Carmarthenshire
National Waterfront Museum
The National Waterfront Museum sits on the Waterfront in Swansea, Wales, and tells the story of industry and innovation in Wales over the last 300 years. You can explore a vast ind...
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20.9 mi from Carmarthenshire
Swansea Museum
Swansea Museum sits on the Waterfront in Swansea and is the oldest museum in Wales, bringing together the city's industrial, maritime and cultural history. Inside you'll find a hug...
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Theme Parks
24.3 mi from Carmarthenshire
Dinosaur Park
The Dinosaur Park is an outdoor theme park near Tenby, Pembrokeshire, where you can explore a dinosaur trail or join a guided walking safari among 90 life-sized dinosaur models. Ad...
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24.5 mi from Carmarthenshire
Heatherton World of Activities
Heatherton World of Activities is a large outdoor and indoor activity park near Tenby in Pembrokeshire, offering everything from the Dragon Slide, hedge maze and Tree Tops Trail to...
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Water Parks
25.5 mi from Carmarthenshire
Aquasplash Play Pool
Aquasplash Play Pool is a seasonal outdoor water play attraction at Aberavon, forming part of the wider Aberavon Leisure & Fitness Centre run by Celtic Leisure. It operates from la...
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26.5 mi from Carmarthenshire
Spring Valley Watersports centre
Spring Valley Watersports centre is a lakeside activity and camping site in Glynneath, Neath Port Talbot, within BRITSTAYS:place. On the water you can try paddleboarding, kayaking,...
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Zoos & Wildlife
3.3 mi from Carmarthenshire
The British Bird of Prey Centre
The British Bird of Prey Centre is the UK's only attraction dedicated entirely to native British birds of prey, based near Llandyfaelog in Carmarthenshire. You'll watch owls, red k...
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21.9 mi from Carmarthenshire
Folly Farm
Folly Farm is a zoo and farm park set in the Pembrokeshire countryside (BRITSTAYS:place), combining a zoo of "endangered, exotic species" with domestic rare breeds, restored vintag...
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24.2 mi from Carmarthenshire
Wales Ape and Monkey Sanctuary
Wales Ape and Monkey Sanctuary is an animal sanctuary between Caehopkin and Abercraf in Powys, Wales. It became the Wales Ape & Monkey Sanctuary in December 2008, being previously... — Wikipedia
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Where to stay near Carmarthenshire
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best things to do in Carmarthenshire?
The list below shows attractions nearby with distances from Carmarthenshire.
What can we do in Carmarthenshire when it rains?
Museums, galleries and aquariums are your friends — filter the list below by category and keep a couple in reserve for wet days.
More ways to explore
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