Here are six things you should do in South Wales this summer

Finally with the ongoing warm, sunny season, there is plenty to see and do in South Wales this summer.

There are a range of activities to enjoy, whether it be sight seeing, hiking, or amusement parks, something for everyone.

So, here is a breakdown of the top six places you could easily visit from Cardiff.

1. Four Waterfalls Walk

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Wales is home to some of the most beautiful spots of nature in the UK. The Four Waterfalls Walk, located in Brecon Beacons, is a trail that offers up close sight seeing and hiking near four large waterfalls: Sgwd Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd y Pannwr, and Sgwd yr Eira.

There are even plunge pools for you to take a swim in. Most would recommend Sgwd y Pannwr and Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwynto to be the best to swim in. The route itself is considered to be of intermediate level for hikers, and approximately four miles long. Bonus points for being dog friendly.

However, if you’re choosing to take a dip in the plunge pools, you can read this advice on staying safe whilst swimming outdoors.

2. Rhossili Bay

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Rhossili Bay in Gower, Swansea is another beautiful scenic destination you can visit this summer.

Ranked as Britain’s Best Beach by TripAdvisor, you can either make your way down to the beach for a swim, or simply enjoy the cliffside views.

The beach stretches over approximately three miles, and is free for everyone to visit. It’s also dog friendly too!

3. Barry Island Pleasure Park

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Barry Island is not only the setting of the iconic BBC show Gavin and Stacey, but also it has the Barry Island Pleasure Park.

The family-owned amusement park is open daily for the summer season, offering plenty of attractions, arcades, and restaurants to choose from.

The park is most notable for its Aerospace roller coaster: A fast and thrilling ride for the dare devils this summer.

4. St Fagans National Museum of History

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For a more relaxed excursion, there is the St Fagans National Museum of History in Cardiff.

Open from 10am to 5pm daily, the museum offers tours of the 16th century St Fagans Manor, and other historical buildings. It also traditional workshops that allow visitors to see a traditional blacksmith, clog maker, and flour mills at work.

Admission to the museum is free, but there may be extra costs for a few activities.

5. Penarth Pier

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Penarth Pier is another excursion worth a visit this summer.

Located in Penarth, near Cardiff, the Art Deco pier is a must-see when living in South Wales.

It offers a range of film and live music exhibitions for everyone to enjoy. There is also a cafe and restaurant to enjoy a lovely meal of fish and chips to go along with the view of the sea.

6. Cardiff Castle

The tour of the Cardiff Castle is a classic, and the iconic landmark can be found in the centre of the city.

The medieval castle is ranked as one of the best in Wales, and is open all week from 10am to 5pm to tourists and locals.

Admission is £16, but students receive a 20 per cent discount. Guided tours are also another even more affordable option, offering even cheaper tickets for a price of 4.50 pounds.

Not only is it a sight seeing must, but you will get the chance to learn about more than 2,000 years worth of Welsh history.