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# Abercynon

## Travel Guide

![River Taff between two bridges, Abercynon. Looking downstream from this bridge towards a newer bridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/beadb804-832f-40f5-9c13-dcd0799961ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

[Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/beadb804-832f-40f5-9c13-dcd0799961ef.jpg) by [Jaggery](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0))

![River Taff between two bridges, Abercynon. Looking downstream from this bridge towards a newer bridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/beadb804-832f-40f5-9c13-dcd0799961ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![Dismantled railway climbs Craig Evan-Leyshon The path of a dismantled railway leaves the Taff Trail and ascends to avoid the road below.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/777b12bf-823d-4f4f-a4ea-a2a7f084f0d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![Mountain Road](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/50328e27-02f4-4bd3-a222-0423e3ffc1d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![River Taff downstream from a bridge near Abercynon railway station. The Taff flows away from this bridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000434135/fea175c3-c405-440e-8e02-b06480d4d3d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Abercynon

Things to do

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- Vacation Rentals in Abercynon

![The Angel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34900/34843/5f26af86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Angel Hotel

Castle Street Cardiff Wales

CA $78

CA $94 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (2,996 reviews)

Room good. Staff helpful

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

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Celtic Manor Resort

Chepstow Road Newport Wales

CA $166

CA $200 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,336 reviews)

Always a pleasure to stay at Celtic Manor 👍

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

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Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Mill Lane Cardiff Wales

CA $111

CA $133 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,208 reviews)

Very helpful reception staff and great location

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales

Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)

Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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Quay Apartments Clarence House

Clarence Place Newport Wales

Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (145 reviews)

Friendly, simple check -in. Easy parking in multistory just behind which can be added to the room. Great TV, good shower and comfy bed. Roomy flat with good equipment level in the kitchen. Some welcome gifts too (tea, coffee, sugar, washing up liquid and tea towels) which were very welcome. Mini ...

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

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 Park Lane Aparthotel

23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales

Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, meeting facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...

7.4/10 Good! (59 reviews)

I very rarely write reviews. I was in cardiff for work. It was a lovely studio. Nice clean room, TV, wifi, hotshower. Stone throw from town but nice quiet road. I wasn't driving so can't comment on parking. Instruction was sent via email but I received a phone call prior too. Very easy ...

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![Millennium Stadium which includes modern architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Principality Stadium

4/5(4 reviews)

Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.

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![Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490507/5dbf41fb-82e5-44f5-94c4-a1963ca618dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff Bay

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area. 

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![Cardiff Castle featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(29 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

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![Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086531/a86c09df-3b2a-4b70-a87e-f2b8f03961ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Barry Island Beach

4/5(1 review)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

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![D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168689/0811544b-b030-400b-bd9c-ebc68552d1d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Utilita Arena Cardiff

4/5(1 review)

Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.

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![Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084247/83a5b0a0-fa6b-4b87-b9b9-31e6655d4a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff University

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.

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### Things to do

![A tour arrives at Caerleon.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1015104/ec21001a-734f-4e90-a6c3-b7ad50b39792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

CA $168

per adult

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![Cardiff Bay Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734480/c26ff1e8-74f6-4a14-a3db-1e448a37f7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

CA $24

per adult

**76%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-bay-boat-tour.a734480.activity-details)

![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/2ed2191f-1f28-407b-b6ce-a614604a299d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

CA $164

per adult

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![The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627037/a0dddb0f-0671-4eec-93d3-e6dee1d124bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

CA $33

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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![Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49566476/d6e3d577-4fff-472a-8c74-7c4382cecf55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

CA $164

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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![Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610322/fc887d1b-1935-4547-8fbb-fa2e1453cb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

CA $164

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-south-wales-cliffs.a49610322.activity-details)

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## Cities near Abercynon

![Public Library Building, Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan, South Wales, United Kingdom, Europe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182879/ab168bc5-3ad6-4638-ba29-82328a1a6e50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Pontypridd

![Cardiff featuring a city, night scenes and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054272/52aa637b-e13a-4bd5-87f2-9e0e39b7acdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Cardiff

![Track towards Mynydd y Capel This path skirts the western side of the high ground leading to Forest Chapel, above a steep forest slope that drops down to Merthyr Vale to the right. The light westerly breeze is pushing the mist up over the hill.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000453835/69e7674b-ec38-4f94-a5a5-e43da80277c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

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### Treharris

- Cities near Abercynon
- Places of interest

[Pontypridd](https://expedia.ca/Pontypridd.dx182879)[Cardiff](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff.dx6054272)[Treharris](https://expedia.ca/Treharris.dx6359263)

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- [Cardiff Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Barry Island Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cardiff University ](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Vacation-Attraction)
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