Wales Guidebook
Sightseeing
Cyfarthfa Park Lake
Great place to picnic in the park, and feed the ducks.
Pontsticill Reservoir
Great place to canoe and take a nap in the boat.
Cyfarthfa Gardens
Cyfarthfa GardensTake a photo outside the garden full of groomed flowers.
Dare Valley Country Park
Glamorgan StreetWaterfalls and nature. Wales encompasses it all.
Cefn-coed-y-cymmer
Cycling route.
Garwnant Fawr
Great walking trails, mountain biking, and visitor centre.
Llwyn-on Reservoir
Such a peaceful place.
Brecon Beacons
Beacons ParkThis is a great place to star gaze.
Gelligaer Road
Gelligaer RoadFeed the wild horses. Be careful they may stick their heads in the car window.
55 mile trail for cycling or walking located between Cardiff and Brecon. Starts just north of Merthyr Tydfil, and runs to Pontsticill Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons.
8 locals recommend
Taff Trail
Taff Trail55 mile trail for cycling or walking located between Cardiff and Brecon. Starts just north of Merthyr Tydfil, and runs to Pontsticill Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons.
Hot spots
Become a history guru on my favorite castle around.
Brecon Mountain Railway
Pontsticill RoadGreat for kids to see the old train station.
Bike Park Wales
This is huge here. So much fun.
Joseph Parry's Cottage
4 Chapel RowA famous musician wrote music at his cottage. Historical site.
Morlais Castle
Pontsarn CloseThis place will make you wonder why you don't live in Wales. So enchanting.
St Tydfil's Old Parish Church
Lower High StreetA church right off of town! Such a beauty.
Ynysfach Engine House
192 Cae'r WernIndustrial history.
Pen-y-Fan
Quite a hike! Amazing views, worth the trip.
Entertainment
Redhouse Cymru
High StreetCultural hub. Recently restored with comedy, musicals etc.
Playzone
Swansea RoadThis place is huge, and kids LOVE it.
Leisure Centre station
Merthyr Leisure Centre for an indoor swim.
A Better World Comics & Games Ltd
1A John StLargest comic selection & tv memorabilia in Wales.
Theatr Soar
Pontmorlais WestLive theater and voice choir performances.
Rock UK Summit Centre
For the rock climb lovers.
Superbowl UK
Bowl your heart out.
Castle Bingo station
Bingo is super popular on Sundays.
Bryngwyn Riding Centre
Horseback riding.
Cardiff International White Water
Watkiss WayKayaking and rafting spot.
Wye Valley Canoes
A bit far from the house, but they do canoe tours here.
Shopping
A bit of a drive, but definitely the place to get high fashion clothing. Go to the capital for night life as well.
10 locals recommend
The Capitol Shopping Centre
Queen StreetA bit of a drive, but definitely the place to get high fashion clothing. Go to the capital for night life as well.
Tesco Extra
Tramroadside NorthClosest grocery store to the home.
Cyfarthfa Retail Park
A good option for clothing near the home.
Shop local. Fresh buns and pastries on Saturdays. It's a small market with a range of products and food items at low prices. Really incredible.
St Tydfil Market
17 Newmarket WalkShop local. Fresh buns and pastries on Saturdays. It's a small market with a range of products and food items at low prices. Really incredible.
Asda Merthyr Tydfil Superstore
Transportation
This bus station will take you to Cardiff and beyond. The mega bus is the best bus to catch for the best rate.
Merthyr Tydfil Bus Stn Std 14 station
This bus station will take you to Cardiff and beyond. The mega bus is the best bus to catch for the best rate.
Railway Station
Runs every 30 minutes. Awesome views.
Food scene
The Old Barn Tea Room
JOL's at Red House
3 course meal and tea house. Yes please!
High Street
High StreetMerthyr High Street sells locally produced food and drink in pop ups. Cash only.
Red Cow Inn
Main RoadShepherds pie is so good.
Mango House Restaurant
91 High StBest Indian around.
Aberglais Inn
Corned beef pie is a must try.
Lady Charlotte Cafe
North StreetBest breakfast spot, hands down.
Night life
The Kirkhouse Nightclub (Koolers)
14 Dynevor StThe New Crown
28 High St
The Vulcan Inn
89 High StWetherspoon
2-12 City Rd