Neath

Travel Guide

Neath showing a ruin, a park and heritage elements
Neath
Neath featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people
Neath featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people
Neath featuring street scenes
This old market town is a starting point for hiking and biking adventures amid the breathtaking rural countryside of South Wales.

Neath is an easygoing Welsh town set in the shadow of pristine valleys and rolling mountain ranges. The town dates back to the Roman era and later developed around a Norman castle. During the Industrial Revolution it became a prominent center for the production of tin and steel. While remnants of the past remain, today Neath also offers myriad outdoor activities within a region of outstanding natural beauty.

The walkable streets of Neath’s town center sit on the eastern banks of the River Neath. Visit historical landmarks such as the ruined 12th-century Neath Castle, the Victorian-Gothic-style St. David’s Church and medieval St. Thomas Church. Relax in Victoria Gardens and then cross the river to see Neath Abbey, a Cistercian monastery built in the 12th century.

Experience a slice of the town’s thriving arts scene by attending concerts, exhibitions and theatrical performances at Gwyn Hall. Watch productions by local theater companies and musicians at The Little Theatre. Browse the handicraft, fashion, food and fresh produce stalls at Neath Indoor Market. Sample traditional Welsh food at October’s Neath Food and Drink Festival.

Neath’s rural setting makes it perfect for getting in touch with nature. Towpaths run alongside the river and canals, which cut through the heart of town. Just a 20-minute walk away is Gnoll Estate Country Park, home to a children’s playgrounds, 9-hole golf course and picnic grounds.

The encompassing Neath Valley is often called Waterfall Country. Follow the river to Aberdulais Falls, a waterfall that inspired the English painter J.M.W. Turner. From here, a trail leads along Neath Canal to Melincourt Waterfalls, passing an aqueduct and locks on the way.

Be sure to visit Afan Forest Park, a hilly park crisscrossed by cycling, mountain biking and walking routes. Enjoy camping, kayaking and fishing at Glyncorrwg Ponds. Learn about Wales’ mining heritage at the South Wales Miners Museum.

Neath is only a 15-minute train ride from SwanseaOpens in a new window. Combine your time here with a day at the beaches of Swansea Bay, including the popular surf spot of Aberavon Beach. Alternatively, rent a car and venture into the Brecon Beacons National ParkOpens in a new window.

The Towers Hotel and Spa
The Towers Hotel and Spa
3.5 out of 5
Ashleigh Terrace, Jersey Marine, Neath, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $193 per night from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1
CA $193
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Neath. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (231 reviews)
Stay over for show
"The stay was good and all staff were polite and helpful. was close to Swansea arena for the show we was going to.A10 minute drive from the hotel."

Reviewed on Mar. 5, 2025

The Towers Hotel and Spa
Holiday Inn Express Swansea - East by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Swansea - East by IHG
3 out of 5
Neath Road, Llandarcy, Neath, Wales
The price is CA $88 per night from Apr. 21 to Apr. 22
CA $88
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Neath. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Solid hotel, tight parking.
"Parking is always busy and the spaces are very tight. Aside from that the hotel is decent. Staff are accommodating and polite."

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Swansea - East by IHG
Cwmbach Cottages
Cwmbach Cottages
3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road, Cadoxton Neath, Neath, Wales
The price is CA $116 per night from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2
CA $116
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Lovely stay. Large comfortable room."

Reviewed on Nov. 3, 2024

Cwmbach Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cwmbach Cottages
Cwmbach Cottages
3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road, Cadoxton Neath, Neath, Wales
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Lovely stay. Large comfortable room."

Reviewed on Nov. 3, 2024

Cwmbach Cottages
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn, Swansea, Wales
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely revisit. Excellent food in the pub next door."

Reviewed on Mar. 21, 2025

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
Post Office House - 3 Bed - Reynoldston
Post Office House - 3 Bed - Reynoldston
4 out of 5
Apartment 3 Post Office House, Swansea, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Three Cliffs Bay Beach and Penrice Castle ...
Post Office House - 3 Bed - Reynoldston
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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