Pontnewydd

Cardiff

Cwmbran station. View northward, towards Pontypool Road, Abergavenny, Hereford etc.: ex-GWR Newport - Hereford - Shrewsbury main line. This is a new station, opened 12/5/86, on the main line, replacing earlier Cwmbran station on the Blaenavon branch closed 30/4/62.
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Cwmbran station. View northward, towards Pontypool Road, Abergavenny, Hereford etc.: ex-GWR Newport - Hereford - Shrewsbury main line. This is a new station, opened 12/5/86, on the main line, replacing earlier Cwmbran station on the Blaenavon branch closed 30/4/62.
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Holy Trinity Church, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran. Located in the SW corner of a large churchyard, The Church in Wales church is set back about 150 metres from Mount Pleasant Road. Built in 1860, the church was Grade II listed in 2000.
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Llantarnum Grange - and office block The Grange is currently an Arts Centre.
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Disused Lock on Mon & Brec Canal
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.

Principality Stadium
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle

Cardiff Castle

Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers.

Cardiff Castle
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

Barry Island Beach

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:

Cardiff University

Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.

Cardiff University
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

Utilita Arena Cardiff

Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.

Utilita Arena Cardiff

Things to do

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

P7,257
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

P1,032
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

P6,741
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

P1,390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

P6,741
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

P8,063
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
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Top hotels in Pontnewydd

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,985 reviews)
Rooms were perfectly clean. The staff extremely kind, thoughtful and helpful. Breakfast was yummy 😋 So are the prices to stay here.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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The Angel Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West

3.5 out of 5
Gordano Motorway Service Area M5 J19 Bristol England
The price is P2,508 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P2,508
P3,010 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
It's was very good

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is P7,478 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
P7,478
P8,974 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,336 reviews)
Always a pleasure to stay at Celtic Manor 👍

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is P5,276 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P5,276
P6,331 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Spotless

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is P4,636 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P4,636
P5,563 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,579 reviews)
Everything we needed. Easy parking, simple check in process, friendly staff, clean room. All great.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is P4,748 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P4,748
P5,698 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,204 reviews)
Clean comfortable room. Staff very friendly. Breakfast in Browns was fab too!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Pontnewydd

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

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.

Caerleon
University Hospital of Wales gardens

Heath

Though Heath might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

Heath
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Penylan

Travelers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penylan
Nice and quiet place to walk and relax in South Wales. #green

Caldicot

You'll enjoy the churches and gardens in Caldicot. You might want to make time for a stop at Caldicot Castle and Country Park or Dewstow Gardens & Hidden Grottoes.

Caldicot
CARDIFF, WALES - AUG 10 : Lighthouse in Roath Park commemorating Captain Scotts ill-fated voyage to the Antartic in Cardiff on august 2019

Roath

Travelers like the theaters in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath
Hollybush Estate Road - Coryton

Whitchurch

Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Whitchurch

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