What to do and see in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales: The Best Museums

See our Art Pane Relief exhibitions 24/7 in our dedicated exhibition windows. Viewable from the side road enjoy exhibitions of various artforms changed on a regular basis. We are open for click and collect collections of online or telephone orders until June 2021 when we will fully reopen. Contact us to book a collection time slot that is convenient for you. We are a small gallery, workshop & studio space where you can meet resident artists, see their work and the work of other selected artists. We have a great and unique selection of gifts, books and art supplies available in the gallery and online. We are on the 132 Cardiff-Maerdy bus route, 20 mins walk from the Porth railway station & 30-40mins drive from Cardiff or 1hr from Swansea. Face coverings are mandatory (except for those exempt). A hand sanitiser station is at the entrance and masks are available free of charge to all visitors who forget their own. See you soon!

History museum and art gallery, Ponty Museum is a great place to spend a couple of hours investigating the town's history, its popular people and seeing the temporary exhibition. Rooms for renting are available and used by regular groups as well as for special events. For more information please contact [email protected] or call us on 01443-490748. We look forward to your visit!

Historic museum and pottery which celebrates the exceptional porcelain once made on this site. Come for a guided tour and see the only remaining bottlekilns in Wales. Learn how clay pipes were made and discover more about William Billingsley’s celebrated porcelain regarded by many as the finest ever made. Visit our ceramicist in residence and see her once again creating work from Nantgarw porcelain. Over 250 workshops take place on site each year from ceramics to fused glass, botanical painting and willow weaving. Tearoom and shop selling contemporary porcelain and unique shard jewellery.

The Royal Mint Experience is the only place in the world where you can watch the United Kingdom's coins being made. Go behind the scenes to follow the journey of a coin from a blank to a bank in our 45-minute Guided Factory Experience. After your Factory Experience, wander at your own pace through the Interactive Exhibition, discovering the incredible processes needed to make a coin. Come face to face with British monarchs over the past 1,000 years. Get up close to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic medals, and listen to the stories of those whose bravery has been rewarded with the UK's gallantry and service medals. Touch and hold a 400oz Gold Bar- worth approximately £400,000!

Cynon Valley Museum has a unique and unrivalled collection telling the story of the Cynon Valley from prehistory to today. There are also two galleries which host regularly changing exhibitions, ranging from local artists' work to displays debating contemporary issues. There is also a fantastic shop selling local art work and products, and a cafe with a range of refreshments.

Llantrisant’s magnificent Guildhall is a unique visitors' and activity centre set in the heart of an ancient hilltop town. The Guildhall at Llantrisant is a restored 14th century building that stands proudly on the crest of a hill alongside the romantic, ruined splendour of a ancient castle. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and scenery, the Grade II listed building provides a wealth of activities. As a heritage and visitors’ centre it tells the remarkable story of an historic Welsh town which has witnessed a colourful past unlike any other. Today it also provides a unique venue for weddings, high-end events, private and corporate hire.

A photography gallery and studio showcasing work by local artists and photographers as well as offering family shoots and photography workshops.