1. Visit Tredegar House

This 17^th-century restoration mansion certainly has a few stories to tell, and you can hear them on a tour of Tredegar House itself. But lots of people head here just to enjoy the beautiful walled gardens and sprawling parkland that surrounds the property. Just hop on the local bus from the city centre.

2. Hear the choir at Woolos Cathedral

Newport Cathedral dates back to the Norman period, although it’s been a site of worship for far longer. It’s a beautiful building to visit any time of the week, but it’s particularly poignant when the choir are in full voice. There are several choral services held each week, plus evening rehearsals and special events, so you’ve got a good chance of hearing them in action. 

3. Go wildlife spotting at Newport Wetlands 

The 100km2 of wetland along the Severn Estuary, known as the Gwent Levels, have gradually been reclaimed from the sea by people over thousands of years. The birds have benefited too, and this is now one of the most important places for wildlife in Wales. It’s also an excellent place to see orchids, butterflies, dragonflies and otters. The exact species you’ll see depends on the time of year, and might include bearded tits, avocets, bitterns, zillions of wildfowl, marsh harriers and peregrines.