Bristol Airport 52 min
Cardiff Castle (29 min)
Victorian Gothic fantasy built on the remains of Norman and Roman ruins, with a colourful interior. Noah's Ark Zoo Farm (36 min)
Lions, tigers and rhinos in 110 acres of countryside, plus a children's playground. Newport Transporter Bridge Visitor Centre (7 min)
This iconic, 1906 bridge over River Usk features a suspended ferry & a towering pedestrian walkway. Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths/ Caer a Baddonau Rhufeinig Caerllion (13 min)
Remains of a luxury Roman baths close to an ancient amphitheatre where gladiators once wrestled. RSPB Newport Wetlands (10 min)
Wetland reserve for bird spotting and nature trails, plus sleek visitor centre and kids' play area. Caldicot Castle (22 min)
Restored Norman castle with wooded grounds and a country park with kids' events, shop and tea-room. Newport Museum and Art Gallery (10 min)
Victorian building with displays on local history from Roman times, natural history and art gallery. Tredegar House (18 min)
House museum set in a 17th-century mansion with period furnishings & art, walled gardens & tea room. National Museum Cardiff (29 min)
Archaeological artefacts, art and natural history, plus visiting exhibitions in a grand setting. Caerphilly Castle (34 min)
Moated, 13th-century fortress with imposing gatehouse, fortified dam and a tower bombed by Cromwell. Clevedon Pier & Heritage Trust (37 min)
Restored 1869 pier with a Japanese pagoda & glass restaurant for seaside picnics & candlelit dining. National Roman Legion Museum (13 min)
Museum with kids' activities in 50-acre Roman fort with barracks and renowned amphitheatre remains. Pont hafren (16 min)
Long motorway suspension bridge crossing the River Severn between England & Wales. Castell Cas-gwent / Chepstow Castle (22 min)
Visitors can explore the preserved remnants of this large castle dating from the 11th century. National Trust Clevedon Court (35 min) | 
