Experts' Choice Award National Museum Cardiff
What the experts agree on
Britain's finest hidden gem, National Museum Cardiff packs world-class art, Welsh history, and archaeology into one sprawling collection. Plan at least three hours—a rainy day could vanish here happily.
“At this splendid museum, you can learn about the story of Wales through its archaeology, art, and industry.”
– Fodor's
Lonely PlanetTop choice
" It's one of Britain's best museums; you'll need at least three hours to do it justice, but it could easily consume the best part of a rainy day." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The charming and eclectic National Museum Cardiff has plenty to keep you occupied for several hours." Full review
Rough Guide "Cardiff has some great Christmas markets, and the main one, in the heart of the pedestrianised area, can easily be combined with a visit to the nearby National Museum Cardiff, with its..."
Independent "Afterwards, you might be ready for a romp of the National Museum Cardiff, where you'll be wowed by a repository of natural history in the Evolution of Wales exhibits – from the Big Bang..."
Lonely Planet "Home to Wales' art, geology and natural history collections, as well as touring exhibitions, the National Museum Cardiff is educational and vast. It contains the UK's largest collection..."
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National Geographic "The discovery of the prehistoric beast, a distant cousin of the Tyrannosaurus rex, is Wales’ most significant find to date, and its remains can be seen on display at the nearby National Museum Cardiff"
National Geographic "The nearby National Museum Cardiff ranks among Britain's finest neoclassical buildings, and its collections of impressionist and post-impressionist works is world-class. Don't miss the..."
Time Out "The National Museum in Cardiff is equal parts explorative adventure and artistic showcase, with exhibitions showcasing everything from botany to zoology, found rooms away from one of the..."
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