Bristol Airport 1 hr 3
Abergavenny Museum (21 min)
Local history museum in former hunting lodge in grounds of ruined Norman fortress and gatehouse. Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths/ Caer a Baddonau Rhufeinig Caerllion (19 min)
Remains of a luxury Roman baths close to an ancient amphitheatre where gladiators once wrestled. Caerphilly Castle (32 min)
Moated, 13th-century fortress with imposing gatehouse, fortified dam and a tower bombed by Cromwell. Amgueddfa Torfaen Museum (7 min) Ysgyryd Fawr (29 min)
Hiking spot featuring some steep inclines through forest to a mountain peak offering scenic views. Raglan Castle (26 min)
15th-century fortress with a grand gate, mullioned windows and visitor centre showing a Tudor panel. Sugar Loaf, Monmouthshire (32 min)
Expansive views mark the summit of this accessible mountain with a variety of trails to the top. Greenmeadow Community Farm (15 min) Blaenavon World Heritage Centre (11 min)
Interactive exhibits on Blaenavon's iron & coal industries plus a recreated Victorian-era classroom. National Roman Legion Museum (19 min)
Museum with kids' activities in 50-acre Roman fort with barracks and renowned amphitheatre remains. Llancaiach Fawr Manor (30 min)
Restored 16th-century manor house with replica furniture and staff in period costume and character. Tredegar House (26 min)
House museum set in a 17th-century mansion with period furnishings & art, walled gardens & tea room. Blaenavon Ironworks/ Gwaith Haearn Blaenafon (12 min)
Remains of an 18th-century industrial complex, with a blast furnace & furnished workers’ cottages. Big Pit National Coal Museum (14 min)
Former colliery with interactive displays on mining life and trips underground guided by ex-miners. Pontypool Park (5 min) | 
