3 Hours In Caerleon
So you've got three hours in
Caerleon - that's great news. Let's see how you can best use your time while you're here.
Last updated 20th February 2024
If you have 2-3 hours to spend in Caerleon, here are some suggestions:
- Visit the National Roman Legion Museum - This museum showcases the Roman history of Caerleon and takes you on a journey through the lives of soldiers and civilians during the Roman occupation. Time required: 1-2 hours.
- See the Amphitheatre - The Amphitheatre was used for gladiator games and had a capacity of 6,000 people. It's a short walk from the museum and worth a quick visit. Time required: 10-20 minutes.
- Explore Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths - These baths were used by soldiers and civilians during the Roman period and were once a grand building with a frigidarium, tepidarium and caldarium. Time required: 20-30 minutes.
- Take a walk through Caerleon town - The town has many quaint small shops, cafes and pubs to explore and a nice walk in the fresh air is always good. Time required: as long as you like.
There are many other things to do in Caerleon but these few suggestions should give you a good idea of what to expect.
