Merthyr Tydfil Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Merthyr Tydfil
Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
Very helpful staff, peaceful relaxing atmosphere & enjoyed swimming pool
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Howfield Hotel
Stylish, well maintained rooms. Perfect for a night or two
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
The Angel Hotel
Lovely hotel. Dated, but for me that added to the appeal. Perfect location and friendly staff. Will definitely use again.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
James Place @ Dowlais
The room smells clean as you come in, always a great start. Spotlessly clean. Rooms are ensuite with a little kitchen area, all decorated differently. We had a little table to eat at as well. Chocolates and home made Welsh cakes with milk in the fridge was a nice touch. Self check in with a pin code ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
James Place @ Pontmorlais
Everything was amazing, only down side was the noise in the apartment above which is more than likely out of your control.
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.
Beautiful little cottage in Cefn, great base for us to do all activities in the surrounding area, cottage was very clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated, would thoroughly recommend.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025
Popular places to visit
Brecon Mountain Railway
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Brecon Mountain Railway during your travels in Pant. Discover the mountain views and countryside in this relaxing area.
Pontsticill Reservoir
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pontsticill Reservoir during your travels in Merthyr Tydfil. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Cyfarthfa Park and Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cyfarthfa Park and Museum in Park. Amble around the area's parks or seek out its golf courses.
Garwnant Visitor Centre
Garwnant Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Hirwaun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the rocky beaches or discover the area's countryside.
Ynysfach Engine House
You can learn about the history of Park with a trip to Ynysfach Engine House. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.
Joseph Parry's Cottage
Learn about the local history of Park when you take a trip to Joseph Parry's Cottage. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.
Activities
Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour
Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons
- Ynysfach Engine House
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Pen y Fan
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Bute Park
- Llandaff Cathedral
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Sophia Gardens
- Roath Park
- Margam Country Park
