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There's something rather enchanting about smaller cities. Whether you're traveling to Newport for a handful of days or you're thinking of staying a bit longer, you'll quickly fall in love with this destination. In fact, with so many fantastic things to do and fascinating attractions to see, you mightn't want to go home!

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From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

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Gower Coast Hiking Tour

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From Cardiff: Valleys Heritage And Brecon Beacons Landscapes

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Recommended things to do in Newport

Number of things to do	90
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Cheapest thing to do	A Journey through Tudor Cardiff: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top 5 things to do	From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip Afternoon Distillery Tour in Newport From Cardiff: Wye Valley-Roman Ruins-Tintern Abbey Day Tour Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery Drinks Tasting with a game of Music Bingo
Under $25	Afternoon Distillery Tour in Newport Guided Distillery Tour in South Wales Essential Caerphilly: Explore the town’s history on a self-guided audio tou... Cardiff Scavenger Hunt: The 6000 Year-Old Capital 2-hour Life Drawing Session in Cardiff
With kids	From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour Welcome to Cardiff: Private Half-Day Walking Tour A Silent Disco Adventure in Cardiff Cardiff Bay Boat Tour Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

What to do in Newport

Free Things to Do in Newport

Escaping to Newport on a budget? The following can be seen for zip.

Newport Ship - Find out if there are any special exhibitions or tours on at this respected museum.

University of Wales-Newport - Architecture fan or not, you'll be awed by this landmark's modern-day design.

Newport Transporter Bridge - If you're intrigued by history and heritage, this is one stop you shouldn't miss.

Newport Docks - Organize a visit and discover the importance of this place to the community.

Newport Cathedral - Get a deeper understanding of the local religion at this place of worship.

Newport Wetlands - Escape the concrete jungle and get in touch with Mother Nature at this awe-inspiring place.

Belle Vue Park - Organize a picnic and enjoy a relaxing stroll around the interesting plants.

Things to Do in Newport with Kids

There are lots of amazing experiences in Newport that the entire gang will get a buzz out of. These are some of the most popular family friendly experiences around.

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Newport on a sunny day?

You’ll find loads of tours and experiences that’ll get you out of your hotel and into the fresh air:

Are there cheap things to do in Newport?

If you’re vacationing on a budget, you may like to add these thrifty tours and activities to your schedule:

What can you do in Newport for free?

Your trip to Newport needn’t send you broke with free things like these to keep you entertained:

Newport Transporter Bridge
Newport Docks
Newport Ship
Newport Wetlands

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Principality Stadium

4/5(21 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.

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(93 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.

Barry Island Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Cardiff University

4/5(12 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.

Cardiff International Arena

4/5(8 reviews)

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.

Wales Millennium Centre

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Tintern Abbey

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Tour the ruins of an ancient monastery where Cistercian monks used to live, pray and study. See the remains of their former dwellings and church.

Caerphilly Castle

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Caerphilly Castle is a huge medieval castle in the South Wales, located in Caerphilly, seven and a half miles north of Cardiff. The castle stands out from other Welsh castles thanks to two distinct factors. The first of these is its sheer size; it is the second largest castle in the UK after Windsor Castle, occupying 30 acres.

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Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!

Caerleon

4/5(5 area reviews)

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.

This was a winter morning shot. You can go here anytime of the year as no two days are the same. There's ample parking, amenities and a lake behind the castle. Good selection of wildlife. Plenty of room to explore. Not rushed.

Caldicot

You'll enjoy the churches and gardens in Caldicot. You might want to make time for a stop at Caldicot Castle and Country Park or Dewstow Gardens & Hidden Grottoes.

Langstone

Uncover some of the top draws of Langstone like its restaurants and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club or Coldra Woods.

Rogerstone

While Rogerstone might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tredegar House and Newport Docks.