Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Merthyr Tydfil January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Merthyr Tydfil Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil.dx182869)[Hotels in Merthyr Tydfil](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil-Hotels.d182869.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Merthyr Tydfil](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Merthyr-Tydfil.d182869.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Merthyr Tydfil Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Merthyr-Tydfil.d182869.Car-Hire-Guide)[Merthyr Tydfil Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil.d182869.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Merthyr Tydfil ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Merthyr Tydfil Types of activities [Merthyr Tydfil travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil.dx182869) ![Photo by Jason Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/404cc09add9c15d499bff8caea17ca49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jason Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/404cc09add9c15d499bff8caea17ca49.jpg) ![Photo by Paula Evenden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f5abc52962056ebaf1752e27255e25d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Paula Evenden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f5abc52962056ebaf1752e27255e25d2.jpg) ![Photo by Paula Evenden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5c4dcc8f02b1de964f5525e5013884cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Paula Evenden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5c4dcc8f02b1de964f5525e5013884cc.jpg) ![Photo by Rob Arnold](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/20712d9bc9ec8f126f6f728046ecdcc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Rob Arnold](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/20712d9bc9ec8f126f6f728046ecdcc1.jpg) ![Photo by Melanie Hartshorn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2d5f6857abcaf31b9073d3d42589caec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Melanie Hartshorn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2d5f6857abcaf31b9073d3d42589caec.jpg) ## Merthyr Tydfil Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Merthyr Tydfil has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Merthyr Tydfil, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Merthyr Tydfil with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Merthyr Tydfil Merthyr Tydfil is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Merthyr Tydfil, and make it a breeze to explore Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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. If you’re planning a visit to Merthyr Tydfil, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Merthyr Tydfil. #### Merthyr Tydfil attractions Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil. Looking for things to do in Merthyr Tydfil can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Merthyr Tydfil | Number of things to do | 15 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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): £10 | | 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)[Cardiff: Waterfalls, Three Castles & Mountains Day Tour](/things-to-do/castles-waterfalls-and-mountains-full-day-tour-from-cardiff.a49566476.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)[Abergavenny: 3-Mile Mountains and Countryside Kayaking Tour](/things-to-do/abergavenny-3-mile-mountains-and-countryside-kayaking-tour.a48242897.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket-guided-tour-exhibition.a44627037.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)[Abergavenny: 3-Mile Mountains and Countryside Kayaking Tour](/things-to-do/abergavenny-3-mile-mountains-and-countryside-kayaking-tour.a48242897.activity-details)[Neath: Canyoning, Gorge Walking & Waterfall Trekking Tour](/things-to-do/neath-canyoning-gorge-walking-waterfall-trekking-tour.a45933528.activity-details) | ## What to do in Merthyr Tydfil --- ### Popular places to visit ![Brecon Mountain Railway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2d5f6857abcaf31b9073d3d42589caec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brecon Mountain Railway You can spend time exploring the galleries in Brecon Mountain Railway during your travels in Pant. Discover the mountain views and countryside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Mountain-Railway-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248633954029136.Attraction) ![Pontsticill Reservoir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1631b9e596fb95d08f4daacbc2403800.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.co.uk/Pontsticill-Reservoir-Merthyr-Tydfil.d963577264302600192.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.co.uk/Garwnant-Visitor-Centre-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024208.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.co.uk/Ynysfach-Engine-House-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024353.Attraction) #### Cyfarthfa Park and Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cyfarthfa Park and Museum in Park. Amble around the area's parks or seek out its golf courses. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cyfarthfa-Park-And-Museum-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024352.Attraction) #### Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden Learn about the local history of Aberfan when you spend time at Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberfan-Disaster-Memorial-Garden-Merthyr-Tydfil.d963577110579265536.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.co.uk/Joseph-Parrys-Ironworkers-Cottage-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621532490534.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.co.uk/Joseph-Parrys-Cottage-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024351.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Merthyr Tydfil ![Brecon Beacons National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, farmland and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054302/f6c189d7-b30d-4a7c-84ee-9e9bd161282f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Brecon ![Bandstand, Aberdare Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182839/90427bda-267e-4bf6-aa34-bf03bc9d259b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [John Lord](https://www.flickr.com/people/57899800@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Aberdare ![Cardiff which includes street scenes, a city 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 ![Tredegar, South Wales. UK Free admission, Beautiful House and garden.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340269/7a7eafdc-fb51-4068-9b53-444188e4ee68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tredegar ![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 ![This imposing, twisted chimney stands 8 metres at the north of the Rhymney Valley, for all travelling on A465 to see. It was designed by New York based artist Brian Tolle and is his first installation in the UK. The sculpture was unveiled in 2010 and aims to create a futuristic vision rather than a being a literal depiction of the areas past. It is sited near the former Union Ironworks and on land that was once a railway line, and was created with input from the residents of Bute Town.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010078/cf385da6-f8b1-469f-b282-2d3e5485636a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rhymney ![Visitor information building at Garwant Visitor Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182869/3c990cc8-1d22-4f85-888c-0155680c2d95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [peter robinson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/35478) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Hirwaun ![Brecon Mountain Railway. Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633954029136/86a4b20e-1e53-4bae-8a9d-dd7056e161d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pontsticill ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Merthyr Tydfil worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Merthyr Tydfil? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Merthyr Tydfil? ### Is three days enough to stay in Merthyr Tydfil? ### Is Merthyr Tydfil a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Merthyr Tydfil with kids? > - [The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-wandering-bard-tour-of-south-wales.a1015104.activity-details) > - [The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket-guided-tour-exhibition.a44627037.activity-details) > - [Abergavenny: 3-Mile Mountains and Countryside Kayaking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/abergavenny-3-mile-mountains-and-countryside-kayaking-tour.a48242897.activity-details) > - [Neath: Canyoning, Gorge Walking & Waterfall Trekking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/neath-canyoning-gorge-walking-waterfall-trekking-tour.a45933528.activity-details) ### What to do in Merthyr Tydfil for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Merthyr Tydfil? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in 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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