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Brecon Beacons National Park showing farmland, a lake or waterhole and land animals
Brecon Beacons National Park showing farmland, a lake or waterhole and land animals
Brecon Beacons National Park showing farmland and a sunset
Brecon Beacons National Park showing a river or creek, hiking or walking and rainforest
Brecon Beacons National Park featuring mountains and farmland
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Panorama of Pen y Fan and Cribyn from a drone, Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, England

Pen y Fan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pen y Fan during your travels in Glyn Tarell. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's countryside.

Pen y Fan
Good spot for some astrophotography or just looking at the stars. It's a bortle 4 spot but shooting in to some bortle 5/6 in the distance to get the milky way.

Llangorse Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llangorse Lake during your travels in Llangorse. Wander the picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.

Llangorse Lake

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Glyn Tarell. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

Brecon Cathedral

After visiting Brecon Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brecon. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Brecon Cathedral

Brecon Castle

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Brecon Castle during your travels in Llywel. Discover the countryside and coffeehouses in this relaxing area.

Brecon Castle

Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Talgarth. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve

South Wales Borderers Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at South Wales Borderers Museum during your travels in Brecon. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

South Wales Borderers Museum

Bronllys Castle

After visiting Bronllys Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in The Vale of Grwyney. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bronllys Castle

South Wales Borderers Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in South Wales Borderers Museum during your travels in Cray. Discover the countryside in this walkable area.

South Wales Borderers Museum

Popular day trips from Brecon

Looking across the River Wye to Hereford Cathedral on a beautiful spring day in Hereford, Herefordshire, UK. A mobile phone photo with some phone or tablet post processing.

Hereford

Monmouthshire & Brecon canal

Abergavenny

Swansea featuring a sunset, general coastal views and sailing

Swansea

Across Wye Valley to Black Mountains from Boughrood Brest, 1962. View SE from B4350 near Boughrood Brest across Wye valley above Glasbury-on-Wye to the impressive north range of the Black Mountains (left-to-right: Hay Bluff (2,219 ft.), Lord Hereford's Knob (2,253 ft.), Waun Fach (2,660 ft.).
Photo by Ben Brooksbank (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Llyswen

Crickhowell featuring street scenes

Crickhowell

Fields near Pont Wingon
Photo by Gerry Lewis (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Trecastle

Aerial View of Sirhowy River in the welsh town of Tredegar, Wales UK

Tredegar

St Peters church, Glasbury
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Three Cocks

Frequently asked questions

Is Brecon worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Brecon is explore Brecon Beacons National Park. Check this top sight off your list, then discover more of this area's culture and festivals.
How do I spend a day in Brecon?
Once you've visited top attractions like Llangorse Outdoor Activity Centre and Castell Dinas, spend the rest of your day enjoying Brecon's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Brecon?
You can't leave without visiting Brecon Beacons National Park, ranked the top tourist attraction in Brecon.
Is three days enough to stay in Brecon?
Three days in Brecon is more than enough to visit the city's key attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Pen y Fan, Brecon Cathedral and Castell Dinas are highly rated sights. Like to see more? Stick around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Dyfed.
Is Brecon a walkable city?
It all depends on what you plan to do and see in Brecon. Several attractions, including Brecon Cathedral, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through one of Brecon's cool neighborhoods, Llanddew is 3 kilometers away from the city center.
What are some activities to do in Brecon with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all the family, we've got some fabulous ideas for what to do in Brecon with kids.

What to do in Brecon for adults?
From local cuisine and cultural attractions to thrilling excursions and one-of-a-kind experiences, there are loads of fun things to do in Brecon for adults.
Are there free things to do in Brecon?
In Brecon, Pen y Fan is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the local neighborhoods and parks, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's an easy way to explore the best free things to do in Brecon.