Gwent Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Gwent
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
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.
Pillgwenlly
While visiting Pillgwenlly, you might make a stop by sights like Newport Docks and Riverfront.
Langstone
Some popular features of Langstone include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club or Coldra Woods are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
St. Brides Wentlooge
If you're spending some time in St. Brides Wentlooge, Peterstone Golf Club and Peterstone Lakes Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Risca
Though Risca may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake and Tredegar House.
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Popular places to visit
Tintern Abbey
Tour the ruins of an ancient monastery where Cistercian monks used to live, pray and study. See the remains of their former dwellings and church.
Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle is a huge medieval castle in the South Wales, located in Caerphilly, seven and a half miles north of Cardiff. The castle stands out from other Welsh castles thanks to two distinct factors. The first of these is its sheer size; it is the second largest castle in the UK after Windsor Castle, occupying 30 acres.
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Venture below the surface of the earth to tour an old coal mine and to learn about the history of mining in Wales.
Tredegar House
Tredegar House is a grand country mansion from the 17th century Restoration period, noted as one of the most architecturally significant country houses of its time. Set within 90 acres of landscaped gardens, this National Trust property has plenty of charm and beauty to offer those looking for a relaxing day out.
Caldicot Castle
Caldicot Castle is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and golf courses in this walkable area.
Bedwellty House and Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bedwellty House and Park, a lovely green space in Tredegar. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
