Abercarn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
Cardiff Castle
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
Barry Island Beach
If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.
Cardiff University
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
Activities
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
Private Day Tour of South Wales, including Cardiff & Caerphilly Castle.
Our pick of the best Abercarn Hotel Deals
The Cwmcarn Hotel
Great host, lovely people, all your basic needs and in an ideal mountain biking location
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
The Angel Hotel
This was our second stay at the angel hotel, both stays were great,The room was lovely and the bed was super comfy. The staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
clean room ,loved the deep bath and shower too
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Nice room, clean room, amenities where great and the staff were great.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Lovely room, spotlessly clean. Excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Easy check in. Polite staff. Slept well. Good shower.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Abercarn
Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to St Mellons Golf Club and Twmbarlwm Mountain, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
Pillgwenlly
Pillgwenlly might not have many top sights, but Newport Docks and Newport Transporter Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
