Blackwood
Travel Guide
Visit Blackwood
Where to stay in Blackwood
Pontllanfraith
Though Pontllanfraith may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.
Oakdale
While there might not be top attractions in Oakdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.
High Street Area
When in High Street Area, you can plan a visit to Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cefn Fforest
While Cefn Fforest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.
Argoed
Argoed might not have many top sights, but Super Tubing and Bargoed Woodland Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
"Spa very good, restaurant service good, staff pretty friendly. Booked 3 hotel rooms, one overlooking golf course had tremendous views, two facing a brick wall and lots of weeds pretty uninspiring. Plenty of parking and easy to find."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Angel Hotel
"A grand old hotel allowed to degenerate into a hotel that barely merits a single star. The bed was not bad but everything else was appalling - two 4 person lifts (2 person if you have luggage) and one of the those lifts was out of use. Just two lights in our room - one bedside and one table light ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
"As always a lovely one night stay! Thank you"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Quay Apartments Clarence House
"Beautiful place to stay and the apartment was very well equipped but the bed was not very comfortable.basically 2 singles pushed together and was a huge dip between mattresses. I would stay again but please change the mattresses."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Park Lane Aparthotel
"Great stay. Lovely, modern, clean apartment. Only negative was the heat/temperature. There was a bit of a heatwave outside and the Dyson fan provided did nothing to cool the roasting apartment atmosphere. Aircon would have been welcomed but aside from that I would happily stay again (as long as there’s ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World
"We have had a lovely stay and planning to another trip in the future."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Mountains, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
