Things to do in Newport County, Wales

Discover the highlights of South East Wales on this full-day trip from Cardiff. See sights such as the ancient Roman remains of Caerleon, the ruins of the Abbey of Tintern, the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. Meet your guide in Central Cardiff and set out to your first stop, Caerleon Roman town. See the remains of the Roman amphitheatre, and the legionary barracks. Follow the Wye Gorge towards Tintern and stop briefly to visit Tintern Abbey, a sight made famous by painter JWM Turner. Continue up through the gorge and the spectacular Forest of Dean to Monmouth and Rockfield. Next, enter the Brecon Beacons National Park in the beautiful Black Mountains, visiting the hidden church of St.Issu. Stopping in the little market town of Crickhowell for lunch (not included). Brecon Town, home of the Army in Wales, with its canal and Cathedral. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and the fast running waters of a beautiful mountain stream. Enjoy the breath-taking views of Pen y Fan and Corn Ddu, South Wales' highest peaks, check your reflection in the reservoirs of Talybont and Pontsticill. In Merthyr Tydfil, cradle of the Welsh industrial revolution, discover the beginnings of train travel, following the river Taff for our return to Cardiff in the late afternoon. Example Itinerary, weather and other conditions can dictate route taken.

The cost of this tour includes entry to all the locations visited. We will have an hour or more at each attraction with travelling time making up the rest of the nine hours. Our lunch location will be at a small cafe in Tintern. You will travel in a modern and luxurious fully electric vehicle, limited to a maximum of seven passengers, in the company of your driver guide, Andy, who is a Mountain Leader and a Green Badged Tourist Guide, an ambassador for many areas of Wales and a Visit Wales Pro. Oh, and amongst other things tourism and adventure, he’s also been chair of Brecon Beacons Tourism and a Brecon Beacons National Park Warden. Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre is our first stop. A fine example of a spot once used for combat and games and perhaps even is the fabled round table from the King Arthur legend. We then visit the two museums in Caerleon, the National Legionary Museum and the Roman Baths. Next stop is Chepstow Castle, which is is magnificent. Once inside its walls, you'll feel yourself taken back in time and perhaps imagine being a Lord or Lady from times past. Tintern Abbey is glorious! Its ruins are a testament to a troubled past but now, in the Wye Valley, it is quiet and contemplation that is most often experienced. Caerphilly Castle is quite remarkable! It has a leaning tower, just like Pisa. A rather fine example of a moated castle with much of its towers and walls intact. Castell Coch is our final destination and it's a beauty. Renovated by the Victorians, it is gorgeous both inside and out. Know Before You Go This tour will take place rain or shine There is leisurely walking on this tour including optional spiral staircases in the castles We will visit spots with the most astounding views and many interesting features on our journey. You will be able to spend time with the guide at each location, as they walk and talk about Wales, its history and culture or you are free to self-explore. We will return to Cardiff around 6 pm and likely a little earlier.

Experience the thrill of go-karting in the heart of South Wales. Race around the track in a converted WW2 aircraft hanger, located in Llandow, South Wales. Enjoy a fun, competitive environment for all ages. Whether you’re near Cardiff, Swansea, or Newport, Kart Kingdom is just a short drive away, making it the go-to destination for fun and adrenaline in South Wales. Kart Kingdom is an exciting new venture from the team behind the UK’s leading driving experience company, Car Chase Heroes. Their mission is to create the most thrilling, fun and competitive karting experience for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a complete beginner, the team is dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming and exciting environment where everyone can enjoy go-karting at its very best. After your race, relax at the on-site café and bar where you can enjoy a variety of hot food and ice cold drinks.

Explore Wales’ Coastal Way your way with this guidebook that illustrates a scenic 222-mile (365 km) point-to-point trip across 17 of the region’s most picturesque destinations. Designed for flexibility, the guide is organised into themed sections—each covering the Llŷn Peninsula, Cardigan Bay, and North Pembrokeshire—so you only visit the places that you choose. __________________________________________________________________ WHAT TO EXPECT • This is an online travel guide – much like a digital book – ready for you to read, browse, and get inspired while planning at home or using your phone on the go. • The guidebook offers an overarching plan to help shape your multi-destination holiday, with different ideas and sample itineraries. It shows how destinations can be combined to suit your timeframe – typically from 3 to 14 days. • It’s designed to help you decide where to go, what to see, where to stay, and to inspire your trip in a way that suits your interests. It also includes helpful tips such as how to get there and where to park. • Please note: the guide itself is not customisable. However, each route includes Uncover Britain’s own pre-populated Google Maps with suggested pins and directions, plus customisable directions by section using Google Maps. __________________________________________________________________GO BEYOND THE CLASSICS WITH: • Llŷn Peninsula – Explore coastal gems like Pwllheli and Aberdaron with spectacular scenery • Cardigan Bay – Visit seaside favourites like Porthmadog, Barmouth, and Aberdovey • Aberystwyth – Enjoy a scenic promenade, cultural landmarks, and mountain views • Heritage Sites – Discover Harlech Castle, Portmeirion, and St David’s Cathedral • North Pembrokeshire – Discover Newport and Fishguard, and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park • St. David’s – The UK’s smallest city, rich with history and charm • Breathtaking beaches, historic towns, and hidden coastal paths all await __________________________________________________________________ While you could search for places to go on your own, this guide offers curated context and ready-made itineraries along a recommended journey—so you don’t have to second-guess or piece everything together yourself. HOW TO ACCESS: see Know Before You Go

Discover the history of Wales on a full-day tour from Cardiff. Visit the Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre, the National Legionary Museum, the Roman Baths, Chepstow Castle, Tintern Abbey, Caerphilly Castle, and Castell Coch. Meet your guide, Andy, a Mountain Leader and a Green Badge Tourist Guide, and set off in a luxury, fully electric vehicle with a maximum of 7 passengers. Visit the Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre, a fine example of a spot once used for combat and games and perhaps is the fabled round table of King Arthur legend. Visit two museums in Caerleon, the National Legionary Museum and the Roman Baths. Next, head to Chepstow Castle, a magnificent castle. Once inside its walls, feel yourself taken back in time and perhaps imagine being a Lord or Lady from times past. Continue to Tintern Abbey, a glorious ruin that is a testament to a troubled past. Now, in the Wye Valley, it is quiet and contemplation that is most often experienced. Visit Caerphilly Castle, a remarkable castle with a leaning tower, just like Pisa. Admire the moated castle with towers and walls intact. Finally, visit Castell Coch, a beautiful castle renovated by the Victorians. Admire its stunning interior and exterior.

This is a fully inclusive tour with ALL admissions to the various attractions paid for in advance by us. Our Valleys tour is a guided tour from central Cardiff taking in the industrial heritage of the valleys. You will travel in a modern and luxurious fully electric vehicle, limited to a maximum of seven passengers, in the company of your driver guide, Andy, who is a Mountain Leader and a Green Badged Tourist Guide. South Wales is geologically 'lucky', having all of the elements required to fuel the industrial revolution, iron, coal, limestone and silica rock. From the 1750's iron boom through the 1850's to the 1980's when coal was king, South Wales was a hive of activity, smelting, mining and developing technologies to improve production. This tour has been designed to look at this history, its effects upon the landscape and people who laboured so hard and also at those who profited from that labour. We'll also have a glimpse of the scenic beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park which lies to the north, on the fringes of the coalfields, and how the mining communities are recovering, post the closure of the mines in the 1990's. Itinerary Pick up from National Museum Cardiff. Fourteen Locks: is the most spectacular flight of canal locks in South Wales. A scheduled ancient monument situated in this idyllic part of Newport. It lies on the Crumlin Arm part of the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal. Surrounded by striking landscape, it is one of the most beautiful scenic waterways. Cwmcarn Forest Drive: In the vehicle we will meander around the twisting bends and allow the enchanting forest to immerse us in tranquillity where you can leave the rest of the world behind. We will park up at one of the seven car parks to absorb the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the tour guide will give you more information about the area. Guardian of the Valley: a sculpture commemorating the Six Bells Disaster: On 28 June 1960 an underground explosion at 'Arrael Griffin' colliery led to the deaths of 45 miners. Fifty years later, after tireless work by the community and local organisations, a steel sculpture by Sebastien Boyesen, over 60ft high, was dedicated to those who died. Abertillery: a traditional-style town centre mainly developed in the late 19th century and as such has some interesting Victorian architecture. We will be here for lunch. Mountain Road: We’ll take a drive from St Illtyd to Abersychan along a beautiful mountain road with open views of the Brecon Beacons to the North, the road we travel is 1200 feet above sea level. Big Pit: a real coal mine and one of Britain's leading mining museums. Enjoy exhibitions in the Pithead Baths and Historic colliery buildings AND the world-famous Underground Tour: go 300 feet underground with a real miner and see what life was like for the thousands of men who worked at the coal face. Back to Cardiff, drop off at National Museum.

Uncover the best attractions in the Wye Valley, one of the five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Wales. Begin your adventure from an accessible spot in Cardiff, just a short few minutes stroll from Cardiff Castle. Settle into a comfortable van with plenty of legroom and escape the city to experience the picturesque rural scenery. Pause in Caerleon to marvel at a Roman Amphitheatre, nearly 2,000 years old. Take some time to explore the Legionary Museum, which offers free admission and sheds light on the area's rich historical background. Then, proceed to the town of Chepstow to tour Chepstow Castle, the oldest fortress in Wales. Inside, discover an impressive wooden gate, the oldest example in Europe, which has endured for over 800 years. Next, delve into the monastic ruins of Tintern Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1986 and a must-visit spot in South Wales. Conclude your journey by exploring the boundary between Wales and England at the fringes of the Forest of Dean. Savor a relaxing stroll down the sculpture trail nestled in the forest to reconnect with nature, or unwind with a cup of coffee at the nearby cafe. After an enriching day, make yourself comfortable for the return trip to Cardiff. Please note that this itinerary is an example, and the route taken may vary due to weather or other conditions. Participants engage at their own risk, with adults or parents determining if the event is appropriate for them. Participation levels in any event are solely personal decisions. We suggest securing a personal activity insurance plan to guard against potential income loss in the unlikely event of an accident during a walk.

Join us for a guided tour of our Newport distillery to explore Welsh drinks uniquely. The People’s Spirit, inspired by you! Tour of Distillery and opportunity to try at least 4 samples from our Vodka, Gin or Rum range. Estimated time 45-60 minutes. Tour Distillery Event runs every Wednesday & Thursday at 2 pm; and Friday & Saturday at 2 pm or 4 pm. For a Group Booking (minimum of 8 people), please send an email to events@spiritofwales.com. Group special 4 people for £50. Group of 8 for £100.

Once the powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution, Newport was one of the most important towns in Britain. With its high tidal range and access to the premier coalfields in the country, it's easy to see why the town became so important. Not always considered to be part of Wales, Newport has a history of adaptability. Sometimes English, now vehemently Welsh and considered 'The Gateway to Wales', the proximity to the English border has brought various opportunities and paved the way for a rich and diverse history. Learn about the Chartist movement, a key part of the city's history. It was the last armed insurrection to take place in Britain and an event that paved the way for the democratic rights British citizens take for granted in the modern world. The tour takes in the many artworks and landmarks in the city and shows aspects of history from the 14th century to today, very much with an eye to the future.

Enjoy convenient travel between Bristol Airport and Newport with an affordable bus transfer. Benefit from a direct service in both directions, avoiding the need to pass through central London. Access to Bristol Airport from Newport more conveniently with service available during day and night time. The fastest service from Newport to the airport will take only 50 minutes. Travel in luxury on high-quality coaches directly between airport terminals. Relax in leather seats with headrests, seat-back tables, ample legroom, toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets. Selected services also offer on-board Wi-Fi for your convenience.