Title: Shell Grotto Tours - Book Now | Expedia.com [Shell Grotto Hotels](https://expedia.com/Shell-Grotto-Hotels.0-l553248621532490550-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Shell Grotto](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Shell-Grotto.d553248621532490550.Car-Rental-Guide)[Pontymoile Vacations](https://expedia.com/Pontymoile.d684134083339390976.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Shell Grotto Tours ## Visit Shell Grotto Activities --- --- Uncover a thing or two about the area's unique history at Shell Grotto. Photographs do no justice — this historic building has to be seen from up close. If you like hearing the word "free" as much as most people do, you'll be pleased to know this historic landmark is just that! Shell Grotto is located in [Pontypool](https://www.expedia.com/en/pontypool-wales.dx601593). To keep your itinerary full while you're around these parts, also drop by Big Pit National Coal Museum, Usk Castle and Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial. ## Plan a trip to see Shell Grotto Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Quayside by Urban Space](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54290000/54289200/54289168/0d2159a8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Quayside by Urban Space Butetown $1,111 per person Apr 15 - Apr 21 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Indianapolis (IND) to Cardiff (CWL) 8.8/10 Excellent! (162 reviews) Bright & spacious property at an excellent location. Everything is at walking distance whether it's entertainment, restaurants, groceries,, public transport, attractions etc etc. Highly recommended. 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