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) ![#Details! .The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966. The collapse was caused by the build-up of water in the accumulated rock and shale tip, which suddenly slid downhill in the form of slurry. In the cemetery side by side stands and overwhelming array of arches - each one a grave to those who passed that fateful day. It is beautiful and peaceful - almost heavenly - worthy of a visit....I felt initially uncomfortable to take photos but the beauty of it overwhelmed me and will live with me forever. #Photo Details Sweepstake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/86e5b213-27b9-4a77-909e-61f9ef1ea9df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#Details! .The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966. The collapse was caused by the build-up of water in the accumulated rock and shale tip, which suddenly slid downhill in the form of slurry. In the cemetery side by side stands and overwhelming array of arches - each one a grave to those who passed that fateful day. It is beautiful and peaceful - almost heavenly - worthy of a visit....I felt initially uncomfortable to take photos but the beauty of it overwhelmed me and will live with me forever. #Photo Details Sweepstake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/86e5b213-27b9-4a77-909e-61f9ef1ea9df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A wonderful sculpture to acknowledge the industry and hard working miners of Wales #Details! #Photo Details Sweepstake ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/6317ea5b-6961-4105-9172-40140830edd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/3632d1d9-412b-4e28-bb16-de8facb62f8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/6ac07a45-7f5a-4780-a608-3a1fe6d72cef.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\. 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) ![Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg) ### 2\. 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) ![Brecon Beacons National Park showing rainforest, a waterfall and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054302/a46ff2f7-c7fe-453b-bd34-b2a418b5cdb1.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) ![Cardiff Castle showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle](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) ### 6\. Wales Millennium Centre Wales Millennium Centre is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Cardiff. It is a place to see everything from small dance pieces and comedy shows, to West End musicals and major art exhibitions. The venue hosts several performance areas and is the home of the Welsh National Opera, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and other arts organizations. Watch a show, view some art and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Wales-Millennium-Centre-Butetown.d6084283.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wales Millennium Centre which includes street scenes, modern architecture and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084283/9d4a0c60-eeec-4a2c-9eb7-41b5b3aedd9b.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000453835) ## Recommended things to do in Merthyr Vale | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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)[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)[Cardiff’s Private Full-Day Bardic Journey](/things-to-do/cardiffs-private-full-day-bardic-journey.a46922387.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) | ## 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 ![Great Steam Train ride into the Brecon Mountains, ](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) ![Sunset over ponsticil ](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) ![Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle](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) #### 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) #### 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) #### 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) --- 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 showing a city, street scenes and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054272/52aa637b-e13a-4bd5-87f2-9e0e39b7acdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff ![Track towards Mynydd y Capel This path skirts the western side of the high ground leading to Forest Chapel, above a steep forest slope that drops down to Merthyr Vale to the right. The light westerly breeze is pushing the mist up over the hill.](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 ![River Taff between two bridges, Abercynon. Looking downstream from this bridge towards a newer bridge.](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 ![#Details! .The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966. The collapse was caused by the build-up of water in the accumulated rock and shale tip, which suddenly slid downhill in the form of slurry. In the cemetery side by side stands and overwhelming array of arches - each one a grave to those who passed that fateful day. It is beautiful and peaceful - almost heavenly - worthy of a visit....I felt initially uncomfortable to take photos but the beauty of it overwhelmed me and will live with me forever. #Photo Details Sweepstake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000470116/86e5b213-27b9-4a77-909e-61f9ef1ea9df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aberfan ![Fernhill railway station. Viewed from a level crossing. Fernhill is a single-track, single-platform station on the Aberdare Branch of the Merthyr Line, between Mountain Ash station and Cwmbach station.](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) ### What to do in Merthyr Vale for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Merthyr Vale? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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