National Museum Cardiff, Grand Hall

I had an unbelievable experience at the National Museum of Wales. Words don’t do justice—this is simply a place you must visit! The museum beautifully captures Welsh history, culture, and art. From the fascinating natural history displays and archaeological treasures to the world-class collection of Impressionist paintings, every section is filled with stories worth exploring. I especially enjoyed seeing highlights from Wales’ industrial past and the stunning art galleries featuring works by Monet, Renoir, and Van Gogh. Pros: Free entry (a huge plus!) Wide variety of exhibits (art, history, natural sciences) Great for families and all ages. Rich insight into Welsh heritage and culture. Friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere. If you’re in Wales, don’t miss it—it’s more than just a museum, it’s a journey through time.

Brilliant museum for a toddler. My daughter is 3 and loves the dinosaur and animal areas here. We’ve also done several of the activity’s like the scavenger hunts at Easter/Christmas and some crafts. In the holidays they open a room at the far right hand side of museum that has lots of interactive things for kids like gemstones, shells, fossils, magnifying glasses, microscope and some colouring and blocks to play with. The cafe is very overpriced for food and I would say you’d be better bringing a packed lunch or having food in Cardiff somewhere but perfect for a hot drink.

Amazing museum hands down! Very well maintained space and exhibits. The collection pieces are displayed logically and beautifully. The 1900 - contemporary ceramics collection itself is a great reason enough to visit the museum. So many other current exhibitions running when I was there and they are all great! Very inspiring for everyone visiting.