Are you ready to explore? There’s so much to do and enjoy in and around Merthyr Tydfil. Get a glimpse of our past, experience an adrenaline kick like no other, take in an exhibition or show, stride out on our trails or enjoy some quiet reflection – you can do it all in Merthyr Tydfil.
Merthyr Tydfil is the commercial, social and retail epicentre of the County Borough and is emerging as the regional centre of the Heads of the Valley region. The town lies midway between the capital city of Cardiff and the breathtaking Brecon Beacons, and the transport network is impressive.
Merthyr Tydfil is ideally situated at the crossroads of Wales’s major transport roads – the A470 South to North Wales trunk road and the A465, the main artery that links Swansea to the Midlands. Merthyr Tydfil is a perfect base for exploring the South Wales valleys, Brecon Beacons National Park, Cardiff, Swansea and the beautiful Gower peninsular. Furthermore, the town is less than two hours from Birmingham, Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Worcester, Hereford and Swindon.
Merthyr Tydfil’s colourful past takes a bit of absorbing. From Bronze Age pottery to Roman forts, a patron saint to a Norman castle and the mightiest ironworks the world has ever seen to the world’s first steam locomotive journey, the historic Merthyr Rising of 1831 and Wales’s first Labour MP to the election of a female Mayor before women even had equal voting rights…there’s quite a lot to learn. In fact, why not discover the History of Merthyr Tydfil – as it happened.
Whether you wish to explore our rich culture and heritage or try out our world class activity centres, walk our famous valleys and hills, discover unique days out at Cyfarthfa Park & Castle, Redhouse or Theatre Soar or simply relax and sample some of the award winning food at our many restaurants and cafes – there’s something for everyone in Merthyr Tydfil.
Head over to the Visit Merthyr now to start planning your visit to Merthyr Tydfil.