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Glynneath Attractions

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Places of interest in Glynneath

Glynneath is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Glynneath, and make it a breeze to explore Glynneath and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Glynneath to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Glynneath attractions

Glynneath has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Glynneath to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Glynneath.

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Top places to visit

1. Brecon Beacons National Park

The park is made up of 519 square miles of mountain ranges, river valleys, rolling hills, forests, lakes, waterfalls and hidden caves. In among this stunning natural beauty, you will also find some of Wales’ most colourful towns, pubs, farmers’ markets and Michelin-starred restaurants. The quaint village of Llanddewi Skirrid near Abergavenny is particularly worth a visit.

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Brecon Beacons National Park which includes rainforest, a waterfall and a lake or waterhole

2. Mumbles Pier

Constructed during the late 19th Century, it was designed by W. Sutcliffe Marsh for the Mumbles Railway and Pier Company as the terminus of the line from Swansea. Visitors these days will find a range of traditional seaside attractions like bowling alleys, air hockey tables and arcade machines in the same spot where once a bandstand serenaded the passengers boarding and disembarking the steamers of the P & A Campbell White Funnel Fleet. The Victorian-style beach cafe offers a cream tea to die for, while the Pirate Captain ride offers the chance to see who's the greatest sea-dog of Mumbles Pier.

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Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views

3. Singleton Park

Singleton Park is Swansea’s largest park and one of the green lungs of the city. It spreads across some 250 acres (101 hectares) and incorporates a boating lake, botanical garden and university campus. The history of Singleton Park dates back to 1847, when industrialist John Henry Vivian purchased parkland to create a family estate. Today, visitors come to escape the city bustle, get in touch with nature and attend summer events.

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Singleton Park featuring hiking or walking and a park as well as an individual male

4. Rhondda Valley

Rhondda Valley is an area of outstanding natural beauty with a rich mining heritage. For more than 100 years this was an industrial heartland where tens of thousands of men extracted coal from the earth. The mines may have closed, but their history can be explored. Go underground on a mine tour and get active in the outdoors on a hiking or cycling expedition.

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Rhondda Valley featuring street scenes as well as a small group of people

5. Caswell Bay Beach

With its gently sloping sand and picturesque coastline, Caswell Bay Beach is a family hotspot on the Gower Peninsula. The shoreline backs onto the Bishop’s Wood Nature Reserve, an area of limestone woodland and grassland. Enjoy the serene ambiance in this wild area away from the city center.

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Caswell Bay Beach which includes hiking or walking as well as an individual male

Recommended things to do in Glynneath

Number of things to do	14
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan: £10
Top 5 things to do	Day Hike: The Six Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls Neath: Canyoning, Gorge Walking & Waterfall Trekking Tour Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls! From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls
Half-day tours	Private Hike: Pen y Fan Guided Sunset Hike Brecon Beacons Private Guided Hike: Sunset On Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons
With kids	Neath: Canyoning, Gorge Walking & Waterfall Trekking Tour

What to do in Glynneath

Popular places to visit

Melincourt Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Melincourt Waterfall during your travels in Clyne and Melincourt.

Aberdulais Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aberdulais Falls during your travels in Aberdulais. Amble around this quaint area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Henrhyd Waterfall

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Henrhyd Waterfall during your travels in Coelbren.

Gwyn Hall

Enjoy a show at Gwyn Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in Neath. Stroll along the marina in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.

Neath Abbey Ruins

You can find out about the history of Skewen when you stop by Neath Abbey Ruins. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Victoria Gardens

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After visiting Victoria Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Neath. Amble around this quaint area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Neath Golf Club

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Enjoy a round of golf in Blaenhonddan at Neath Golf Club. Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.

Cefn Coed Colliery Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cefn Coed Colliery Museum during your travels in Crynant.

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