Bristol Airport 55 min
Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths/ Caer a Baddonau Rhufeinig Caerllion (14 min)
Remains of a luxury Roman baths close to an ancient amphitheatre where gladiators once wrestled. Clevedon Pier & Heritage Trust (40 min)
Restored 1869 pier with a Japanese pagoda & glass restaurant for seaside picnics & candlelit dining. National Roman Legion Museum (14 min)
Museum with kids' activities in 50-acre Roman fort with barracks and renowned amphitheatre remains. National Museum Cardiff (24 min)
Archaeological artefacts, art and natural history, plus visiting exhibitions in a grand setting. Castell Coch (25 min)
Audio tours of a grand 19th-century castle built in the gothic-revival style & surrounded by woods. RSPB Newport Wetlands (18 min)
Wetland reserve for bird spotting and nature trails, plus sleek visitor centre and kids' play area. Cardiff Bay (26 min)
Celebrated urban area featuring a marina, shops & eateries, plus historic buildings & guided tours. Cardiff Castle (24 min)
Victorian Gothic fantasy built on the remains of Norman and Roman ruins, with a colourful interior. Pierhead Building (25 min)
Landmark, red-brick building featuring exhibits on local history & culture, plus regular events. Bute Park (22 min)
A rambling riverside beauty spot with an arboretum, Victorian gardens, friary ruins and a cafe. Techniquest (27 min)
Family-friendly attraction that aims to teach people about science and motivate them to learn more. Mermaid Quay (26 min)
Popular gathering place on the water offering an array of restaurants, bars, shops & events. Caerphilly Castle (26 min)
Moated, 13th-century fortress with imposing gatehouse, fortified dam and a tower bombed by Cromwell. Principality Stadium (24 min)
Riverside home of Welsh rugby union, plus football, speedway and concerts, with daily tours. | 
