Attractions
Visit Rhondda Cynon Taf and enjoy award-winning attractions for all.
Rhondda Cynon Taf is home to amazing attractions you won’t find anywhere else! There's something for kids, for groups, for families, for foodies, for history lovers and adrenaline seekers. We are home to the National Lido Of Wales, Lido Ponty - you won't find another one like it in the entire country. Zip World Tower is the only Zip World adventure in South Wales. We are also home to the famous Royal Mint Experience, the only one of its kind in Europe and Gravity at Dare Valley Country Park, the UK’s first purpose-built family bike park. A Welsh Coal Mining Experience brings to life an epic international story that unfolded right here on our doorstep, while the Royal Mint Experience allows you to strike your own coin and learn about rare treasures.
A Welsh Coal Mining Experience
Meet men who worked in the Rhondda coal mines when they were boys and let them tell you the fascinating international story that unfolded right here on our doorsteps.
Where: Trehafod
Type: Attractions, Activities
Barry Sidings Countryside Park
This huge adventure space really takes enjoying a day out up a gear!
Where: Trehafod
Type: Attractions, Activities, Dark Sky Discovery Sites, Parks, Walking and Cycling
Craft of Hearts
Based at A Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Craft of Hearts is an award-winning craft and supplies shop which also runs regular workshops in a variety of art forms.
Where: Trehafod
Type: Attractions, Activities
Cwm Clydach Country Park
Welcome to a nature-lovers’ paradise! With two lakes, trails to explore and lots of birds to spot, it’s hard to believe this stunning open space has been created on the site of a former colliery.
Where: Clydach Vale
Type: Attractions, Parks, Walking and Cycling
Cynon Valley Museum
History comes to life at the Cynon Valley Museum, which stands on the site of the former Gadlys Ironworks.
Where: Aberdare
Type: Attractions
Dare Valley Country Park and Gravity Family Bike Park
Dare to take on the UK’s first purpose-built family bike park and an epic open space!
Where: Aberdare
Type: Attractions, Activities, Dark Sky Discovery Sites, Parks
Dare Valley Trout Fishery
Enjoy a fishing experience on the sparkling three-acre reservoir at Dare Valley Country Park.
Where: Cwmdare
Type: Attractions, Activities
Giles Gallery
Giles Gallery is an award-winning independent art and craft gallery in Pontyclun that also offers framing and art supplies.
Where: Pontyclun
Type: Attractions