Things to do in Blackwood

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

RM429
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

RM429
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Guided South Wales Waterfalls Tour

From Cardiff: Guided South Wales Waterfalls Tour

RM475
per adult
From Cardiff: Guided South Wales Waterfalls Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

RM321
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

RM38
per adult
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket
Caerphilly Castle

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

RM467
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff in a Day

RM462
per adult
Cardiff in a Day
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

RM462
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
United Kingdom 15 minute Go Kart Race Session

Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom

RM109
per adult
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
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1. Principality Stadium

Opened in June 1999 complete with the first fully retractable roof in the UK, it has hosted some of the world’s most famous sporting events as well as concerts featuring the biggest entertainers in show business, from Take That, One Direction and Oasis to Madonna, Rihanna and Beyoncé.
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A modern stadium with a distinctive sail-like structure and a glass facade.

2. Cardiff Castle

A 12-sided medieval keep offering panoramic views across the city from a platform at its top is at the castle’s heart, but the site is also full of later additions that capture the imagination. Fabulous mock-Gothic features, including an extravagant banqueting hall and clock tower, were added during the Victorian era.
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3. Brecon Beacons National Park

Brecon Beacons National Park is an expanse of immeasurable natural beauty. Rugged mountain ranges spill down to valleys while limestone caves and dramatic waterfalls highlight a landscape of flower-filled meadows, forests and grassy hills. Brecon Beacons National Park is a paradise for biking, hiking, horseback riding and touring on canals. Discover more than 250 ancient monuments, villages crowned by castles and designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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4. Utilita Arena Cardiff

The main area of the arena is a hugely versatile space capable of staging a wide variety of events, from trade exhibitions to music concerts and stand-up shows. It is capable of holding a standing audience of 7,500 people, a number that falls to 5,000 for seated events.
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5. Barry Island Beach

Sun worshippers have been flocking here since Victorian times to what is essentially a small island, though joined now to the mainland since 1896 by a small pier. The site of a Butlins holiday camp during the 1960’s, Barry Beach is perfect for families, with its signature calling card being Barry Island Pleasure Park. Come here for crowds, candy floss and sticks of rock, the scream of the rollercoaster and the thump of the dodgems.
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6. Wales Millennium Centre

The centre, opened in 2004, was designed by Jonathan Adams and is made up of slate in shades of green, grey and purple enveloped in an attention-grabbing bronzed steel shell. The roof above the main entrance is pierced by huge letter-shaped windows, beautifully backlit at night, which spell out poetic phrases.
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A modern building with large letters spelling "HORIZONS" and "ALIVE".

What to do in Blackwood

Stay near popular Blackwood attractions

Markham Community House and Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Markham Community House and Leisure Centre during your stay in Blackwood.
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Where to stay in Blackwood

Find the best Blackwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Pontllanfraith

Though Pontllanfraith may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.

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Penmaen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Penmaen and surrounding area, you can visit Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.

High Street Area

When in High Street Area, you can plan a visit to Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Argoed

Argoed might not have many top sights, but Cwmtillery Reservoir and Bargoed Woodland Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Pengam

When in Pengam, you can plan a visit to Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Cardiff

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackwood worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to enjoy the local charm and cultural hotspots or sample regional foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Blackwood.
How do I spend a day in Blackwood?
Start your adventures with a visit to Parc Bryn Bach and Blaenavon Ironworks. Then, explore other areas of Blackwood for a bite to eat and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Blackwood?
The top tourist attraction in Blackwood is Blaenavon Ironworks, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Blackwood?
You can easily tick off top attractions like Super Tubing, Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial with a three-day break in Blackwood. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a little longer and venture to Cardiff.
Is Blackwood a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to do and see in Blackwood. Several top attractions, like Bargoed Woodland Park and Twmbarlwm Mountain, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Blackwood's best neighbourhoods, Maesycwmmer is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Penmaen is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Blackwood with kids?
Deciding what to do in Blackwood with kids has never been so simple. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there are loads of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Blackwood for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of nature, there are plenty of things to do in Blackwood for adults including Blaenavon World Heritage Centre.
Are there free things to do in Blackwood?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Blackwood is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Sirhowy Valley Country Park is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.