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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.

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 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.

Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Cardiff International Arena
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.

Tintern Abbey
Tour the ruins of an ancient monastery where Cistercian monks used to live, pray and study. See the remains of their former dwellings and church.

Bute Park
Take a calming stroll through Cardiff’s Bute Park. Follow the trails, explore the remains of a medieval friary and admire the horticulture and wildlife.
Areas of Pontypool

Pontymoile
While visiting Pontymoile, you might make a stop by sights like Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto.

Pen Tranch
While Pen Tranch isn't home to many top sights, Big Pit National Coal Museum and Pontypool Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Abersychan
While there might not be top attractions in Abersychan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pontypool Park and Big Pit National Coal Museum.
Griffithstown
While Griffithstown isn't home to many top sights, Pontypool Park and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Big Pit National Coal Museum
- Pontypool Park
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Bay
- Pen y Fan
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Thornbury Castle
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Rhondda Valley
- Aztec West Business Park
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Puzzlewood
- Tintern Abbey
- University Hospital of Wales
- Bute Park
- Caerphilly Castle
- Llandaff Cathedral
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- The Royal Mint Experience
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