Tonypandy Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Cardiff Castle
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Our pick of the best Tonypandy Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Had a wonderful stay for one night and would have stayed longer if I could! Nicest hotel that I've been at for a while. Friendly staff, lovely ambience as you enter and very nicely sized and laid out room. Thank you!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Yes, the maple French toast was incredible.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Great breakfast, good location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
The staff were so friendly and helpful on arrival. They helped with check in and were knowledgeable! They had also gone the extra mile for my daughter who was celebrating a birthday; adding a not, balloons, and gift. Honestly it was such a lovely surprise!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room was large and clean but felt tired. Staff were friendly, location was just outsode town, easy to getting in and out with taxi's. Would probably not stay again would look for a hotel with a bit more of a modern feel but that is personal preference.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Clean quite rooms friendly staff location great dry stayed few times always have a great stay brilliant hotel
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tonypandy
Llantrisant
Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Caerphilly Castle while you're in the area.
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.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit National Museum Cardiff and Cardiff City Hall.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Tonypandy Travel Guide
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Barry Island Beach
- Pen y Fan
- Cardiff University
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Wales Millennium Centre
- University Hospital of Wales
- Aberavon Beach
- Rhondda Valley
- BikePark Wales
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Caerphilly Castle
- Craig-y-Nos Country Park
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Cardiff City Hall
- Big Pit National Coal Museum
