Things to See and Do

When nature has provided a playground as good as ours, we reckon it’d be foolish not to give it a try.

Neath Port Talbot offers a wide mix of things to see and do, with options to suit every kind of pace. Whether you enjoy exploring the outdoors, getting active, discovering local culture or simply taking in the scenery, there are plenty of ways to shape your perfect day out. There are gentle walking routes, panoramic viewpoints, beaches, forests, attractions and creative spaces, there is always something new to uncover.

Those looking for adventure will find dedicated mountain biking trails in Afan Forest Park, ranging from relaxed woodland loops to more technical sections for confident riders. On the coast, the eastern end of Aberavon Beach is a popular choice for surfers when conditions are right.

Alongside activities and attractions, you will also find plenty of places to eat, including beachside cafés, cosy tearooms, local pubs and relaxed restaurants, making it easy to plan a full day out.

Use the filters below to browse things to see and do. There is also a dog friendly filter and an interactive map to help you check the location of each activity, place to eat or attraction.

Reel Cinema

Hollywood Park, Port Talbot SA12 6QW

Reel Cinema sits just off Aberavon Beach, giving visitors the perfect mix of seaside atmosphere and big‑screen entertainment. Its location…

Remo’s

Cafe Remos, The Princess Margaret Way, Port Talbot SA12 6QW

For more than a decade, Remo’s have been welcoming customers to their lovely seafront coffeeshop, ice cream parlour and restaurant…

Rhyslyn Car Park

Pontrhydyfen, Port Talbot, SA12 9SG

Rhyslyn car park is located near the village of Pontrhydyfen. With breathtaking scenery and picnic benches it’s the ideal location…

Sgwd Gwladys

Pontneddfechan, Glynneath, Neath SA11 5NR

Sgwd Gwladys is located at the entrance to Waterfall Country in Pontneddfechan, making it a convenient and welcoming stop for…

South Wales Adventure Company

Tŷ Banc Cottage Canal Side Commercial Road Resolven Neath SA11 4BZ

South Wales Adventure Company offers a wide range of outdoor adventures across beautiful locations in South Wales, with activities suitable…

South Wales Miners Museum

Afan Forest Park, SA13 3HG

Located in the Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre, this museum tells the story of coal mining in the Afan Valley.…

Surf More South Wales

Acacia Avenue, Port Talbot, SA12 7DP

Surf More South Wales brings decades of expertise to Aberavon Beach, with fully qualified instructors who have spent more than…

Surf School Wales

Aberavon Seafront, Port Talbot, SA12 6QW

Surf School Wales is a family‑run surf school based on Aberavon Beach, offering a friendly and welcoming place for anyone…

Swansea Bay Golf Course

Jersey Marine, Neath, West Glamorgan, SA10 6JP

This historic and prestigious Golf Club founded in 1892 and constructed on the estate then owned by the Earl of…

Swansea Canal

Pontardawe

The 16-mile long Swansea Canal was constructed from 1794-1798 for the transportation of coal. It linked the head of the…

Tamarind

65 Herbert St, Pontardawe, Swansea SA8 4ED

Tamarind is a popular Indian restaurant located in the heart of Pontardawe, serving mouth‑watering dishes that are freshly prepared using…

The Angel Inn, Pontneddfechan

Pontneathvaughan Rd, Glynneath, Neath SA11 5NR

The Angel Inn sits at the very start of the famous Waterfall Trails in Pontneddfechan, making it a natural stopping…
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