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National Roman Legion Museum

High Street | Caerleon, Caerleon NP18 1AE, Wales
(01633) 423 134
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Caerleon
4.5 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
Type: Museums
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Richmond. North Yorkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

great if your kids learning about the romans. it brought them all to life.....................

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Caerleon, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

It's like walking into another world! I found myself in there for hours!

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Fleetwood, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Caerleon is a hidden gem of Roman remains. There is an ampitheatre, a Roman barracks and above all, the baths. Really a great all round view of life in Roman Britain. Entertaining for the kids and innovative. Don't miss it.

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Newport, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

And free too.............. excellent for history and ad hoc learning, fascinating insight into Caerleon's very prominent Roman past.

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Guelph
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Wonderful display, innovative presentation- really engaged. Exciting, so much to see and enjoy. Hidden gem

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S.Wales
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

History in action, great for kids and adults with lots of regular activities to keep both happy.

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Rugby, United Kingdom
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012 via mobile

10/10 to the Welsh tourism board, Newport Council and all the volunteers to make this bit of history live and accessible. Do not expect grand state of the art exhibits, but do marvel at the array of Roman artefacts under glass. The story of the site is well laid out and kept the interest of my 9 year olds. The... More

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Llandrindod Wells, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

This museum gives you a good sense of how the Romans lived. A must for anyone who likes history.

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England
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

The Roman attractions at Caerleon are an interesting array of accessible outdoor ruins and small-but-well-appointed museums, all within a few minutes' walk from each other. First, is the outdoor amphitheatre. Most of what you think of when you envision an amphitheatre is a wooden structure -- the kind of stadium seating effect. This, of course, is long gone; however, the... More

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abergavenny
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Excellent museum, kids (9 yr old twins) loved it. Really interesting and the kids can get involved. We had a good time at the fort and excellent cakes, etc. at the bakery in Caerleon.

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