Southern Wales has plenty of places to visits – castles and museums, mines and boat trips, hill walks and coastal adventures. You can explore a town or follow a theme. Below we have put together some ideas for visits to the region, we will regularly add more ideas but if you have need fora specific type of itinerary or length of visit then get in touch with the Southern Wales team and we will create a unique itinerary for you. We will also arrange a fam visit itinerary if you’d like to see what this areas has to offer your clients.
Itinerary highlights
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Over 30 Castles to Explore
Defensive structures, imposing ruins and fascinating histories. The well known castles and the hidden remains across Southern Wales are great places to explore.
The industrial story of Southern Wales
Discover the story of the creation South Wales
Explore Monmouthshire
There’s much to see and do in Monmouthshire. Whether you prefer the great outdoors, uncovering history or a little bit of luxury, we’ve got it all covered with this one day itinerary.
2 Day walking tour around Cardiff, Wales’ Capital City
Cardiff, the capital of Wales has lots to explore. It’s a compact city, great for exploring by foot. You can enjoy great shops and restaurants, discover the history of Cardiff and Wales, get active and generally enjoy this friendly city.
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Merthyr Tydfil - a taster!
Enjoy a leisurely steam ride along beautiful scenery, a visit to a stunning 19th century castle or simply enjoying the great outdoors.
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Just one day in Cardiff
Experience some of the very best Cardiff has to offer - museums, castle and iconic performance venues.
A day exploring Caerphilly
The biggest castle in Wales, a poignant memorial, wonderful views and an alpaca adventure.
Group Adventures
Welcome to Croeso ’25 – a celebration of Wales that invites your group to feel the magic, the warmth, and the wonder of some of our most iconic places. From castles to coastlines, food tours to mountain trails, our new videos showcase a selection of the best group experiences Southern Wales has to offer.
Discover The Vale of Glamorgan
Take a tour around The Vale of Glamorgan and experience a newly restored pier, Victorian Mansion, 12th Century Castle, award winning visitor centre and medieval castles.
Explore Monmouthshire
There’s much to see and do in Monmouthshire. Whether you prefer the great outdoors, uncovering history or a little bit of luxury, we’ve got it all covered with this one day itinerary.
The industrial story of Southern Wales
Discover the story of the creation South Wales
Newport and Caerleon
Visit Roman remains and stately homes, and enjoy an oasis of calm at a tranquil nature reserve.
Bridgend - Countryside and Coast
There is much to see and do in and around Bridgend. Whether you prefer the great outdoors, a spot of shopping or a little bit of luxury, we have it all covered with this one day itinerary.
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Gardens
Giant trees, unique private gardens and National Trust properties - Southern Wales has a wonderful collection of gardens for you to visit.
Blaenavon to Newport
Early industry, tours 100m underground, steam trains, Chartists, stately home, Romans and a unique bridge.
Caerphilly
Cardiff
Merthyr Tydfil
Monmouthshire
Newport
Rhondda Cynon Taff
Vale of Glamorgan
Explore the area
Book a tour guide
Booking an experienced and qualified Tour Guide can add so much to a tour of Southern Wales - from creating tours to inspire your groups, to bringing history to life, and allowing you to discover hidden villages and views, a Guide can take a a good tour and ensure that it is memorable.
In Southern Wales we have a band of great, enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides who would love to work with you. Take a look at their website for contacts.
Wales Official Tour Guides Association