Explore over 300 years of Welsh military history through original exhibits, film, and interactive displays housed within the iconic towers of Caernarfon Castle.

The Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum is uniquely situated within two towers of Caernarfon Castle, offering visitors an immersive journey through more than three centuries of Wales' oldest infantry regiment. The museum features a rich collection of original exhibits, supported by film, sound installations, and scale models that bring military history to life for families and history enthusiasts alike. Visitors can discover the remarkable stories of the Royal Welch Fusiliers across peacetime and wartime campaigns spanning the globe. The museum celebrates the regiment's 14 Victoria Cross recipients and showcases the voices and writings of famous First World War authors who served with the regiment, including Siegfried Sassoon, Robert Graves, and David Jones. Exhibits provide insights into the daily lives of ordinary soldiers and their families, along with the regiment's unique traditions and values. The museum's historical scope spans from William III's campaigns through the Napoleonic Wars, the Crimean and Boer Wars, both World Wars, and modern peacekeeping missions in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. The venue is particularly suited for families seeking to understand Welsh and British military heritage, school groups participating in educational programs, and genealogy researchers exploring family connections to the regiment. With free entry and a dog-friendly policy, the museum welcomes visitors of all ages to explore this important piece of Welsh history.

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What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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david

a year ago

No need to buy tickets in advance, I would encourage anyone that is interested in military history then this is the place for you, learn about the oldest regiment in Wales(The Royal Welch Fusiliers) and thier valour and accomplishments, from thier formation up to thier amalgamation with the RRW

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Chun Mak

2 years ago

A great Museum exhibiting some connections between Hong Kong and Royal Welch Fusiliers. A place worth visiting if you are Hongkongers. They guarded the borders of British Hong Kong in 1960s and 1970s during the period of time of the so-called Cultural Revolution in mainland China. Salute to the Regiment and thank you for the service.

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Paul Robinson

5 years ago

Housed within the walls of Canarfeon Castle, this is a smart modern museum explaining the history of this famous regiment. Great displays, weapons, uniforms, medals and the regimental goat. Well worth looking at while you are at the castle.

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Tatiana Pirvu

8 years ago

Very very interesting! Is part of the Caernarfon castle but can be visited separately! We too a lot of pictures and we are grateful for all information and very interesting battles sceneries recreated especially fo us. It’s worth the effort and I recommend to people to take a special time to visit. It’s on three floors in the castle not big at all but definitely interesting. See some of the pictures. The entrance is nearly £ 10 per person for all heritage( with the castle) Parking space in the back of the castle £4/ day or 2 h free if you are lucky in front of the castle.

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Mark Haynes

9 years ago

This is a great little museum that you can visit part of your visit to the Castle. The selection of medals on show is stunning with several Victoria Crosses. Well worth a visit.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026