Title: Things to Do in Merthyr Vale in 2026 | Expedia.com [Merthyr Vale Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Merthyr-Vale.dx3000453835)[Hotels in Merthyr Vale](https://expedia.com/Merthyr-Vale-Hotels.d3000453835.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Merthyr Vale](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Merthyr-Vale.d3000453835.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Merthyr Vale](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Merthyr-Vale.d3000453835.Car-Rental-Guide)[Merthyr Vale Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Merthyr-Vale.d3000453835.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Merthyr Vale ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Merthyr Vale Types of activities [Merthyr Vale Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Merthyr-Vale.dx3000453835) ![Merthyr Vale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/86e5b213-27b9-4a77-909e-61f9ef1ea9df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Merthyr Vale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/6317ea5b-6961-4105-9172-40140830edd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Merthyr Vale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/3632d1d9-412b-4e28-bb16-de8facb62f8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Merthyr Vale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/6ac07a45-7f5a-4780-a608-3a1fe6d72cef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Merthyr Vale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/9c0716e3-a1c4-4a6f-a084-5601e9699f4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Merthyr Vale must see attractions ### 1\. Brecon Beacons National Park Brecon Beacons National Park is an expanse of immeasurable natural beauty. Rugged mountain ranges spill down to valleys while limestone caves and dramatic waterfalls highlight a landscape of flower-filled meadows, forests and grassy hills. Brecon Beacons National Park is a paradise for biking, hiking, horseback riding and touring on canals. Discover more than 250 ancient monuments, villages crowned by castles and designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Wales.d6054302.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054302/a46ff2f7-c7fe-453b-bd34-b2a418b5cdb1.jpg) ### 2\. Principality Stadium Watch national and international sporting events, see musical legends perform and go behind the scenes at the Principality Stadium. This is the national stadium of Wales, a 74,500-seat venue that is the home of the Welsh national rugby team. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg) ### 3\. Cardiff Castle Cardiff Castle is a medieval stronghold and Victorian Gothic mansion with approximately 2,000 years’ worth of history. The magnificent structure was built on the site of a Roman fort and a Norman castle and during its existence also served as a home, a concert venue and a World War II shelter. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg) ### 4\. Utilita Arena Cardiff The main area of the arena is a hugely versatile space capable of staging a wide variety of events, from trade exhibitions to music concerts and stand-up shows. It is capable of holding a standing audience of 7,500 people, a number that falls to 5,000 for seated events. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Vacation-Attraction) ![D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168689/0811544b-b030-400b-bd9c-ebc68552d1d7.jpg) ### 5\. Cardiff University One of the UK’s major teaching and research universities, in its 2014 University Guide the Sunday Times described Cardiff as “the acknowledged leader of higher education in Wales”. The previous year it hailed it as a “powerhouse of academic and research excellence”. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Vacation-Attraction) ![Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084247/83a5b0a0-fa6b-4b87-b9b9-31e6655d4a09.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Merthyr Vale | Number of things to do | 8 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/self-drive-stargazing-in-wales-road-trip-online-travel-guide.a49695740.activity-details): $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.](/things-to-do/the-wandering-bard-tour-of-south-wales.a1015104.activity-details)[The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket-guided-tour-exhibition.a44627037.activity-details)[Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour](/things-to-do/day-tour-castles-mountains-more.a2478542.activity-details)[Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/self-drive-stargazing-in-wales-road-trip-online-travel-guide.a49695740.activity-details)[Llantrisant Guided Tour of History Churches and Guildhall](/things-to-do/llantrisant-guided-tour-of-history-churches-and-guildhall.a50701957.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket-guided-tour-exhibition.a44627037.activity-details)[Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/self-drive-stargazing-in-wales-road-trip-online-travel-guide.a49695740.activity-details) | | With kids | [The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.](/things-to-do/the-wandering-bard-tour-of-south-wales.a1015104.activity-details)[The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket-guided-tour-exhibition.a44627037.activity-details)[Llantrisant Guided Tour of History Churches and Guildhall](/things-to-do/llantrisant-guided-tour-of-history-churches-and-guildhall.a50701957.activity-details)[Nyandarua: Aberdare Range Off-Road Mountain Biking Tour](/things-to-do/nyandarua-aberdare-range-off-road-mountain-biking-tour.a51926231.activity-details) | ## What to do in Merthyr Vale --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Merthyr Vale? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Merthyr Vale ![Brecon Mountain Railway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633954029136/4609a114-4409-43ef-a728-54994c3a86b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brecon Mountain Railway You can spend time studying the exhibits at Brecon Mountain Railway during your travels in Pant. Discover the mountain views and countryside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Brecon-Mountain-Railway-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248633954029136.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pontsticill Reservoir](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182869/f22c4ede-edcf-4677-8cc3-a0fab6d7cf52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Pontsticill-Reservoir-Merthyr-Tydfil.d963577264302600192.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cyfarthfa Park and Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182869/851afc02-5a25-4cdb-912d-d310a1d62028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cyfarthfa Park and Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Cyfarthfa Park and Museum in Park. Amble around the area's parks, or seek out its golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Cyfarthfa-Park-And-Museum-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024352.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Garwnant-Visitor-Centre-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024208.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Joseph-Parrys-Cottage-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024351.Vacation-Attraction) #### Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre Enjoy an outing to Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre during your stay in Cyfarthfa. [](https://expedia.com/Merthyr-Tydfil-Leisure-Centre-Merthyr-Tydfil.d1002537773806501888.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ynysfach-Engine-House-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024353.Vacation-Attraction) #### Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden Learn about the local history of Aberfan when you spend time at Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden. [](https://expedia.com/Aberfan-Disaster-Memorial-Garden-Merthyr-Tydfil.d963577110579265536.Vacation-Attraction) #### Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage Find out about the history of Park when you spend time at Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Joseph-Parrys-Ironworkers-Cottage-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621532490534.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Merthyr Vale ![Nant Crew on the other side of the Cantref Reservoir near Merthyr Tydfil, Powys, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182869/ebb753aa-eaa0-4ee1-a06b-491c794a891c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Merthyr Tydfil ![Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054272/52aa637b-e13a-4bd5-87f2-9e0e39b7acdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff ![Treharris](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000453835/69e7674b-ec38-4f94-a5a5-e43da80277c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Graham Horn](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/10124) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Treharris ![Abercynon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/beadb804-832f-40f5-9c13-dcd0799961ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Jaggery](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Abercynon ![Aberfan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/86e5b213-27b9-4a77-909e-61f9ef1ea9df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aberfan ![Mountain Ash](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634493714681/fc464200-fb34-4a4c-9f8b-3de30ead7f8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Jaggery](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Mountain Ash ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Merthyr Vale worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Merthyr Vale? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Merthyr Vale? ### Is three days enough to stay in Merthyr Vale? ### What are some activities to do in Merthyr Vale with kids? > - [The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-wandering-bard-tour-of-south-wales.a1015104.activity-details) > - [The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket-guided-tour-exhibition.a44627037.activity-details) > - [Llantrisant Guided Tour of History Churches and Guildhall](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/llantrisant-guided-tour-of-history-churches-and-guildhall.a50701957.activity-details) > - [Nyandarua: Aberdare Range Off-Road Mountain Biking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/nyandarua-aberdare-range-off-road-mountain-biking-tour.a51926231.activity-details) ### What to do in Merthyr Vale for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Merthyr Vale?