10-Day Wales Road Trip from Cardiff traveling north to Builth Wells, Bangor, and Merthyr Tydfil

Your road trip adventure in Wales begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Cardiff. You’ll stay in Cardiff for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Cardiff has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Alexandra Gardens. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 548 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff, Cafe Citta. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff is Bill's Cardiff Central Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,663 customers.

Locals recommend Pasture Restaurant Cardiff as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Cardiff also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Cardiff is The Dead Canary. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Cardiff is The Alchemist Cardiff. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,213 customers.

Locals also enjoy Old Arcade. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,079 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Wales!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Cardiff has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Cardiff by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Cardiff. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary St Fagans National Museum of History. This attraction is an open-air museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,708 visitors. St Fagans National Museum of History gets around 610,155 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Cardiff is the spectacular Techniquest. This attraction is a science center and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,326 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Roald Dahl Plass. This architectural structure has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 998 visitors.

Wales Millennium Centre is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This convention center is a popular destination among visitors in Cardiff. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,729 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Hendre Lake Park. Hendre Lake Park is a park and popular attraction in Cardiff. More than 532 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Cardiff does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Cardiff on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Wales, be sure to eat at Pettigrew Tea Rooms - Bute Park, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Cardiff is the popular Bar 44 Cardiff. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Cardiff is Elevens Bar And Grill. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 787 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Pasture Restaurant Cardiff is one of the best bars in the city of Cardiff for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Kongs Cardiff is another of the most popular bars in the city of Cardiff. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Cardiff is The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Cardiff. The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Cardiff has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Cardiff!

Day 3 of your road trip across Wales is another day in the magnificent Cardiff. You now have 2 nights left in Cardiff. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Cardiff offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to is the stunning Roath Park. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,598 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Roath Pleasure Gardens. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Roath Recreation Ground. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,636 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic National Museum Cardiff. This museum building and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,751 visitors. Visiting National Museum Cardiff means you'll be one of 373,191 people who come to see this attraction every year.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Gorsedd Gardens. This park is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 901 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Cardiff you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Cardiff has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff, Mowgli Street Food. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Cardiff that locals enjoy, eat at Park Plaza Cardiff. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Cardiff, Elevens Bar And Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 787 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Cardiff, we recommend the cocktails at Lab 22. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Cardiff!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Wales, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Cardiff. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Builth Wells. You’ll stay in Builth Wells for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Cardiff’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cardiff, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cardiff Castle. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,028 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating SWALEC Stadium. This sports venue and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,286 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Llandaff Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Wales. The spectacular Llandaff Cathedral is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 714 visitors.

The lovely Insole Court is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,093 visitors have left this cafe average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Hailey Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 880 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cardiff has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Builth Wells. Builth Wells offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Wales!

On day 5 of your road trip across Wales, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Builth Wells. You’ll stay in Builth Wells for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the The Royal Oak Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Builth Wells. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,579 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Builth Wells is the 5-star Foyles of Glasbury. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 264 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Builth Wells is the 3-star Radnorshire Arms Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 693 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,402 visitors.

Pistyll Rhaeadr is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a waterfall and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,640 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway. This cafe is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,341 reviews.

Come to Builth Wells prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Builth Wells.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Builth Wells.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Wales.

Day 6 of your road trip through Wales gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Bangor for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Conwy is the amazing Rhaeadr Ewynnol Swallow Falls Waterfall. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,452 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Pont-y-Pair Bridge. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,717 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Conwy is the outstanding National Trust - Bodnant Garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,887 visitors.

The spectacular Conwy Castle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,853 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Venue Cymru. This attraction is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,808 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Wales. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bangor, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Wales!

You still have 1 night left in Bangor.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is RSPB Cymru Ynys Lawd, RSPB South Stack. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,446 visitors.

Trearddur Bay is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,058 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Plas Newydd House and Gardens. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,654 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Beaumaris Castle. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,088 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Penmon Point. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,467 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Wales to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bangor.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Wales!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Wales, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bangor. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Merthyr Tydfil. You’ll stay in Merthyr Tydfil for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bangor’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bangor, start your day with a visit to the amazing Caernarfon Castle. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,468 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,019 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Portmeirion to make the most of your road trip across Wales. The spectacular Portmeirion is a village that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,584 visitors.

The lovely Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 23,832 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bangor has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Merthyr Tydfil. Merthyr Tydfil offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Wales!

Day 9 of your road trip through Wales gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Merthyr Tydfil and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Cardiff. You will stay in Cardiff for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Merthyr Tydfil is the amazing Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,205 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Brecon Mountain Railway. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,507 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Merthyr Tydfil is the outstanding Morlais Castle. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 178 visitors.

The spectacular BikePark Wales is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating cafe and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,688 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Merthyr Tydfil by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Wales. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cardiff, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit The Borough Arms, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cardiff. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 802 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Laguna Kitchen & Bar Cardiff. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 348 customers.

Alternatively, Pennyroyal is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cardiff. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Wales!

Day 10 of your road trip in Wales is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Cardiff before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Bute Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cardiff. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,423 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Cardiff and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Wales.

You’ll then say farewell to Cardiff. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Wales!