6-Day Wales road trip from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil and surrounding area

Photo of Norman Keep, Cardiff Castle at Autumn, Cardiff, Wales, UK.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-day road trip through Wales.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Wales. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Cardiff and 2 nights in Merthyr Tydfil, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Wales. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Wales you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Cardiff, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Wales, including the stunning SWALEC Stadium and St Fagans National Museum of History.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Wales. From the magnificent Wales Millennium Centre to the breathtaking Cardiff Castle and National Museum Cardiff, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Roath Park and learn more about the unique Bute Park to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Wales. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Wales.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Wales. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Wales.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Wales.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Wales has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Wales. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Wales extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Wales fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Wales today!

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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Cardiff, United Kingdom by Margaret DeckerCardiff / 3 nights
Merthyr Tydfil / 2 nights

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Attractions

Norman Keep, Cardiff Castle, Autumn, Cardiff, Wales, UK.Cardiff Castle
St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff, Wales.St Fagans National Museum of History
National Museum CardiffNational Museum Cardiff
Wales Millennium Centre. Also called the Armadillo. it is used for the Performing Arts, and is a Tourist Attraction in Cardiff Bay.Wales Millennium Centre
Statue of John 111 Marquess of Bute, Public Garden, Cardiff, Wales, UK.Bute Park
Roath Park
Sophia GardensSWALEC Stadium
Ynysangharad War Memorial Park
Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall
Aberdare Park
BikePark Wales
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery, Park, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United KingdomCyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery
Brecon Mountain Railway, Pant, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United KingdomBrecon Mountain Railway
Roath Recreation Ground
Zip World Tower
Dare Valley Country Park and Gravity Family Bike Park
The Techniquest building in Cardiff Bay against a deep blue sky. In the foreground is one of the restored docks.Techniquest
Insole Court
Columns in Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay with Pierhead Building in the background. Cardiff, UK.Roald Dahl Plass
Roath Pleasure Gardens
Morlais CastleMorlais Castle

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Car

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Small car

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small car
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People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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premium car
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Day 1 – Cardiff - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Cardiff - arrival day

  • Cardiff - Arrival day
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  • SWALEC Stadium
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Your road trip adventure in Wales begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Cardiff. You’ll stay in Cardiff for 3 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 SWALEC Stadium. This attraction is a sport venue and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,286 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 6-day vacation in Wales!

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Day 2 – Cardiff

Day 2

Day 2 – Cardiff

  • Cardiff
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Drive 26 km, 1 hour

  • Insole Court
  • St Fagans National Museum of History
  • Techniquest
  • Roald Dahl Plass
  • Wales Millennium Centre
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Cardiff has to offer. Cherish the 2 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 Insole Court. This attraction is a cafe and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,093 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Cardiff, which gets around 610,155 annual visits, is the spectacular St Fagans National Museum of History. This attraction is an open-air museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,708 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Techniquest. This science center has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,326 visitors.

Roald Dahl Plass is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This architectural structure is a popular destination among visitors in Cardiff. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 998 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Wales Millennium Centre. Wales Millennium Centre is a convention center and popular attraction in Cardiff. More than 6,729 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 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!

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Day 3 – Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil

Day 3

Day 3 – Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil

  • Cardiff
  • Merthyr Tydfil
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Drive 42 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Cardiff Castle
  • National Museum Cardiff
  • Roath Recreation Ground
  • Roath Pleasure Gardens
  • Roath Park
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 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 Merthyr Tydfil. You’ll stay in Merthyr Tydfil 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 National Museum Cardiff. This museum building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,751 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible National Museum Cardiff welcomes 373,191 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Roath Recreation Ground to make the most of your road trip across Wales. The spectacular Roath Recreation Ground is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,636 visitors.

The lovely Roath Pleasure Gardens is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 840 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 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 Roath Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,598 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 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!

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Day 4 – Merthyr Tydfil

Day 4

Day 4 – Merthyr Tydfil

  • Merthyr Tydfil
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Drive 26 km, 48 min

  • BikePark Wales
  • Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery
  • Brecon Mountain Railway
  • Morlais Castle
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On day 4 of your road trip across Wales, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Merthyr Tydfil. You’ll stay in Merthyr Tydfil for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

This hostel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 121 guests.

The apartment is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Merthyr Tydfil is the 3-star Premier Inn Merthyr Tydfil.

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 BikePark Wales. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,688 visitors.

Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,205 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Brecon Mountain Railway. This museum is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,507 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Morlais Castle. Around 178 visitors have given this castle an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Come to Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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Day 5 – Rhondda Cynon Taf and Cardiff

Day 5

Day 5 – Rhondda Cynon Taf and Cardiff

  • Cardiff
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Drive 86 km, 2 hours 10 min

  • Zip World Tower
  • Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall
  • Aberdare Park
  • Dare Valley Country Park and Gravity Family Bike Park
  • Ynysangharad War Memorial Park
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Day 5 of your road trip through Wales gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf is the amazing Zip World Tower. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,553 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,677 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rhondda Cynon Taf is the outstanding Aberdare Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,990 visitors.

The spectacular Dare Valley Country Park and Gravity Family Bike Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,429 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ynysangharad War Memorial Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,475 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 Cardiff, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Mowgli Street Food, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Locals also recommend Park Plaza Cardiff as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cardiff. Park Plaza Cardiff is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

After dinner, visit Elevens Bar And Grill, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cardiff. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 787 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Lab 22. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Cardiff - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Cardiff - departure day

  • Cardiff - Departure day
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  • Bute Park
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Day 6 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!

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