Gwent

Travel Guide

Tintern Abbey which includes heritage architecture, a ruin and heritage elements
Tintern Abbey featuring heritage architecture, building ruins and heritage elements
Tintern Abbey which includes building ruins, heritage elements and heritage architecture
Tintern Abbey which includes heritage elements, a ruin and heritage architecture
Tintern Abbey showing heritage architecture, a ruin and heritage elements

Where to stay in Gwent

This was a winter morning shot. You can go here anytime of the year as no two days are the same. There's ample parking, amenities and a lake behind the castle. Good selection of wildlife. Plenty of room to explore. Not rushed.

Caldicot

Discover a medieval castle, stroll along waymarked footpaths on Caldicot Levels, or visit Dewstow House's gardens and grottoes. Enjoy convenient transport links to Newport, Cardiff, and Bristol.

Caldicot
Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!

Caerleon

4/5(5 area reviews)

Explore Caerleon's rich history at the National Roman Legion Museum and Roman Baths Museum, or unwind at the Millennium Wildlife Garden. Dine at The Priory or Olde Bull Inn, and easily access Newport and Cwmbran via bus or train.

Caerleon
Weyvern Farm towards Caer Licyn
Photo by Andrew Davis (CC BY-SA)

Langstone

Uncover some of the top draws of Langstone like its restaurants and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club or Coldra Woods.

Langstone
The coolest "bridge" I have ever "driven" across! Drive aboard and take flight over the River Usk in this 110 year old engineering marvel. Only six of these historic bridges remain in operation, and the Newport Bridge is the longest with a 196m span (645ft). A modern highway bridge passes nearby, so these days the bridge operates as a novelty. Show up on either side, and the operator will come pick you up! You can also climb the steps and walk across the 54m

Pillgwenlly

If you're spending some time in Pillgwenlly, Newport Docks and Riverfront are top sights worth seeing.

Pillgwenlly
Wentlooge, UK
Photo by IIya Kuzhekin (CC BY)

St. Brides Wentlooge

While visiting St. Brides Wentlooge, you might make a stop by sights like Peterstone Golf Club and Peterstone Lakes Golf Club.

St. Brides Wentlooge
The coolest "bridge" I have ever "driven" across! Drive aboard and take flight over the River Usk in this 110 year old engineering marvel. Only six of these historic bridges remain in operation, and the Newport Bridge is the longest with a 196m span (645ft). A modern highway bridge passes nearby, so these days the bridge operates as a novelty. Show up on either side, and the operator will come pick you up! You can also climb the steps and walk across the 54m

Liswerry

If you're spending some time in Liswerry, Newport Stadium and Newport Transporter Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Liswerry
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Popular places to visit

Tintern Abbey showing heritage architecture, chateau or palace and religious elements

Tintern Abbey

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Tintern Abbey
Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Caerphilly Castle is a huge medieval castle in the South Wales, located in Caerphilly, seven and a half miles north of Cardiff. The castle stands out from other Welsh castles thanks to two distinct factors. The first of these is its sheer size; it is the second largest castle in the UK after Windsor Castle, occupying 30 acres.

Caerphilly Castle
This was a winter morning shot. You can go here anytime of the year as no two days are the same. There's ample parking, amenities and a lake behind the castle. Good selection of wildlife. Plenty of room to explore. Not rushed.

Caldicot Castle

Caldicot Castle is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and golf courses in this walkable area.

Caldicot Castle
Big Pit National Coal Museum which includes interior views

Big Pit National Coal Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

Venture below the surface of the earth to tour an old coal mine and to learn about the history of mining in Wales.

Big Pit National Coal Museum
Tredegar House. National Trust.

Tredegar House

Tredegar House is a grand country mansion from the 17th century Restoration period, noted as one of the most architecturally significant country houses of its time. Set within 90 acres of landscaped gardens, this National Trust property has plenty of charm and beauty to offer those looking for a relaxing day out.

Tredegar House
Parc Bryn Bach, Midglamorgan, South Wales. UK

Parc Bryn Bach

Explore the great outdoors at Parc Bryn Bach, a lovely green space in Tredegar. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Parc Bryn Bach

Cities near Gwent

Wills Memorial Building showing a city, night scenes and heritage elements

Bristol

Cardiff showing a city, street scenes and night scenes

Cardiff

Photo by Geraldine Soh

Hereford

Tintern Abbey which includes heritage architecture, a ruin and heritage elements

Tintern