National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Abercrave
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About National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Venture deep into stunning subterranean chambers where underground rivers cascade down dramatic waterfalls, creating an unforgettable family adventure through ancient limestone formations.
What's nearby
- Brecon Beacons Camping & Caravan Park 500m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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Facilities
What visitors say
Really spectacular caves coupled to other stuff of varying quality. The cathedral cave is worth a visit on its own, such a great setting with cascading water. The farm and shire horse places are fantastic as well. I have to knock off a star for things I personally find a little unnecessary when you have all this natural beauty, like the dinosaurs. Also the price was steep and the cafe prices were frankly outrageous, asking for an extra £2.25 for each extra in a meal is daylight robbery.
· via Google
Brecon Show Caves are absolutely stunning! I can't believe I'd never been there before. We decided to ride there on the bikes via Abergavenny, and the journey itself was beautiful. As soon as we entered the first cave, we were amazed. On such a hot day, it was wonderfully cool inside, and we didn't want to leave. The caves are incredibly impressive, but the Cathedral Cave completely took our breath away. Words really don't do it justice—it has to be seen to be believed. The whole site is very clean and well looked after, and all the staff were friendly and welcoming. There's so much to do as well, including the dinosaur park, a small animal farm, crazy golf, and what looked like a lovely campsite. An amazing day out that's well worth the visit. We'll definitely be coming back, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fantastic day in the Brecon Beacons!
· via Google
A lovely morning out here especially as it was a hot day so being in the caves was very refreshing! The cathedral cave was the best by far, absolutely beautiful. The last cave where you have to wear the helmet probably wasn’t worth the effort but it was a bit of an adventure at least. Very steep hills to climb but is definitely worth it!
· via Google
A really interesting and fun day out! We took out 2 children age 5 and 3 and although there is some walking involved and a hill to climb up in the dinosaur park (accessible for pushchairs) they loved it. The caves really really cool, well lit with a path to follow. My son loved the dinosaurs dotted around and some of the interactive games like painting your own dinosaur (however, when busy this will be difficult to get to as it's in a small space and will be a queue). There is a little land train to take up up the hill to the park which in itself is a lovely fun experience! (Although you could walk if you prefer) There is a car park at the bottom right next to a gorgeous open pen farm. The kids absolutely loved this! The animals roamed free in the field and the park/play zone was fantastic! We played mini golf which was free, giant snakes and ladders and a little rubber duckie race. All well enjoyed by the whole family. There is a little hut on the farm for little people to use the toilet, however unmanned and no one saying adults couldn't use it too! Would highly recommend. The only issue we had was trying to book, we found the website to be problematic but could've just been our bad signal! We did manage to make the booking in the end.
· via Google
Visitors say this tourist destination features spectacular caves, especially the Cathedral Cave with its stunning waterfalls, and a vast dinosaur park with numerous models. They also highlight the variety of activities for children, including a farm with free-roaming animals, play areas, and mini-golf. Guests mention the friendly staff, convenient free parking, and the overall excellent value for money.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Abercraf, Swansea, SA9 1GJ Get directions
- Category
- Caves & Mines
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (5,285 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Swansea