Two-Week Wales Road Trip from Cardiff traveling north to Merthyr Tydfil, Bangor, Aberystwyth, and Swansea

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Cardiff has to offer. Cherish the 4 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 in the city of Cardiff, like the extraordinary Roath Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,598 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Cardiff is the spectacular Roath Recreation Ground. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,636 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing National Museum Cardiff. This museum building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,751 visitors. Up to 373,191 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Gorsedd Gardens is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Cardiff. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 901 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Cardiff Castle. Cardiff Castle is a castle and popular attraction in Cardiff. More than 19,028 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 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 The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Cardiff. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Kongs Cardiff is one of the best bars in the city of Cardiff for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

Elevens Bar And Grill 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 787 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Cardiff is Lab 22. Lab 22 has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 493 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 St Fagans. You now have 3 nights left in St Fagans. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the neighborhood.

St Fagans 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 St Fagans National Museum of History. This open-air museum gets around 610,155 visitors every year and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,708 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 St Fagans 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 St Fagans has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of St Fagans, 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 St Fagans 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.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of St Fagans is The Potted Pig. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of St Fagans, The Borough Arms. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 802 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of St Fagans, we recommend the cocktails at Laguna Kitchen & Bar Cardiff. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 348 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of St Fagans is Pennyroyal. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of St Fagans!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Blaenavon has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Blaenavon 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 Blaenavon. 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 in the town of Blaenavon, like the extraordinary Big Pit National Coal Museum. This attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,076 visitors. Big Pit National Coal Museum gets around 155,631 visitors every year.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Blaenavon.

Your discovery of Blaenavon does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Blaenavon 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 Servini's at The Summerhouse, 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 403 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Cardiff is the popular The Prince of Wales - JD Wetherspoon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,543 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Great Western - JD Wetherspoon is one of the best bars in the city of Cardiff for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,066 customers.

Angel Hotel Cardiff is another of the most popular bars in the city of Cardiff. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,598 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Cardiff is The Libertine Cocktail Bar. The Libertine Cocktail Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 213 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Caerphilly and the neighborhood of Hirwaun. You’ll stay in Merthyr Tydfil for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Caerphilly today is Caerphilly Castle. This excellent attraction is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,237 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Wales, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Wales. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the neighborhood of Hirwaun. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,677 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Merthyr Tydfil.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Wales with a toast!

Day 6 of your road trip through Wales is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Abercanaid and the neighborhood of Park. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the village of Abercanaid is the amazing BikePark Wales. This attraction is a cafe and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,688 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Abercanaid is another excellent way to spend your new day in Wales. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Wales’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Wales’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Wales’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery in the neighborhood of Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,205 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bangor.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Salt Marsh Kitchen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bangor. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Locals also recommend Dylan's Criccieth as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bangor. Dylan's Criccieth is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,568 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bangor is The Last Inn. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,072 customers.

After dinner, visit The Royal, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bangor. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Penhelig Arms Hotel. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

Alternatively, Prince of Wales is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bangor. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Llangollen has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Llangollen 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 Llangollen. 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 in the town of Llangollen, like the extraordinary Llangollen railway station. This attraction is a railway station and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,318 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Llangollen.

Your discovery of Llangollen does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Llangollen 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 Glyn Y Weddw Arms, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bangor. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 825 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bangor is the popular Arvonia Fish & Chips. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bangor is Aqua Beach Bar Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Victorian Slipway is one of the best bars in the city of Bangor for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 594 customers.

Penrhyn Bar & Grill is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bangor. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 542 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bangor is Whitehall. Whitehall has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Llandudno Junction has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Llandudno Junction 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 Llandudno Junction. 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 in the town of Llandudno Junction, like the extraordinary Conwy Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,853 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Llandudno Junction.

Your discovery of Llandudno Junction does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Llandudno Junction 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 Tir a Môr, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bangor. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 445 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bangor is the popular The Lobster Pot. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bangor is Zinc Cafe Bar & Grill. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Fresh Bar & Grill is one of the best bars in the city of Bangor for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 190 customers.

Dovey Inn is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bangor. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,303 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bangor is Tal Y Don Hotel. Tal Y Don Hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 663 customers.

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

On day 9 of your road trip across Wales, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Dinorwig. You’ll stay in Dinorwig for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Ty'r Graig Castle, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Dinorwig. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 841 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Dinorwig is the 5-star The Tilman. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 911 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Dinorwig is the 3-star The Moelwyn.

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 in the village of Dinorwig, like the outstanding National Slate Museum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,433 visitors.

Llanberis Lake Railway is another popular attraction you could visit in the village of Dinorwig. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,707 visitors.

Come to Dinorwig 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 Dinorwig.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Seabreeze Restaurant With Rooms, after your day of exploring the city of Dinorwig. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 277 customers.

Murray's Cafe Bar is another of the best restaurants in the city of Dinorwig. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 280 customers.

Locals recommend Gwesty Tŷ Newydd, one of the best bars in the city of Dinorwig, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Dinorwig, The Barmouth Bar @ Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

The Ship Inn, Llanbedrog is also one of the best bars in the city of Dinorwig. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 481 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Portmeirion has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Portmeirion 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 Portmeirion. 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 in the village of Portmeirion, like the extraordinary Portmeirion. This attraction is a village and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,584 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Portmeirion.

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

When you’ve finished your meal, The Sun Inn is one of the best bars in the city of Bangor for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

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

Day 11 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 Trawsfynydd and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Aberystwyth. You will stay in Aberystwyth for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trawsfynydd is the amazing Eryri National Park (Snowdonia). This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 23,832 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Trawsfynydd 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 Aberystwyth, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ultracomida, one of the best restaurants in the city of Aberystwyth. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

Locals also recommend Little Italy as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aberystwyth. Little Italy is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 522 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aberystwyth is Medina. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,121 customers.

After dinner, visit The Glengower, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Aberystwyth. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Athro Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Alternatively, Ship & Castle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Aberystwyth. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 396 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in Wales. Today, you'll wake up in Aberystwyth and embark on a scenic drive to Swansea, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Aberystwyth before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Aberystwyth. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Devil's Bridge Falls. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,170 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,682 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Turtle Bay Swansea. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,808 customers.

Locals also recommend Madeira Restaurante Swansea, another of the best restaurants in Swansea. Madeira Restaurante Swansea is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bouchon De Rossi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 452 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit No Sign Wine Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Swansea, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 879 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Steak By Night. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Steak By Night has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

Popworld Swansea is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 300 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Wales, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 13 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Pembroke has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Pembroke 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 Pembroke. 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 in the town of Pembroke, like the extraordinary Pembroke Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,651 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Pembroke.

Your discovery of Pembroke does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Pembroke 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 Belle Vue Bistro Swansea ltd, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Swansea. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 284 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Swansea is the popular Pant-y-Gwydr restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 215 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Swansea is Swansea Grand Theatre. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,017 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Copper is one of the best bars in the city of Swansea for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 335 customers.

The Hanbury is another of the most popular bars in the city of Swansea. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 164 customers.

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

Day 14 of your road trip will take you to the city of Rhossili and the neighborhood of Penllergaer. You’ll stay in Cardiff for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Rhossili today is National Trust - Rhosili and South Gower Coast. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,365 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Wales, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the village, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Wales. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Penllergaer Valley Woods for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the neighborhood of Penllergaer. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,044 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Cardiff.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Wales with a toast!