In the town centre there is the 14th Century square tower, now a private dwelling, which was once the defensive look out tower near the bridge. In and around Talgarth there are several interesting churches including Llanelieu Church, this is a remote, small and simple church which nestles just above the river in the middle of a field, it has a 14th century rood screen, 7th and 9th Century pillar stones, medieval oak door and its stocks; sheep graze in the church field among the grave stones and give a feeling of time standing still. Llanfilo Church also has a rood screen, oak pews and pulpit, and pre-Norman font.

On the way up to the Black Mountains from Talgarth there are the picturesque Pwll-y-Wrach waterfalls and a nature reserve. From Llanelieu you can pick up the footpath which leads you across stunning open moorland to the Grwyne Fawr reservoir.

On the way to Bronllys (1½ miles North West of Talgarth) you can visit the round stone Castle Tower standing on the former motte and bailey and which was part of the line of defensive castles running along the Rhiangoll Valley from Tretower to Hay-on-Wye. In Bronllys itself there is a shop and post office, a pub, a garage, a cafe and gift shop and a restaurant. Apart from the abundance of superb walks in this area, many other activities can also be enjoyed here.

The Black Mountains are ideal for pony trekking and mountain biking; the Rivers Wye and Usk offer excellent trout and salmon fishing (with permits) and canoeing; and boats, canoes and wind surfs can all be hired 5 miles away at Llangorse Lake.

There is a good bus service to Brecon, Hay, and Hereford from both Talgarth and Bronllys. It is a ten minute drive to Talgarth from Brecon via Bronllys; and turning off the A40 just past Crickhowell, there is a very scenic nine mile route following the contours of the Black Mountains, which winds its way to Talgarth and then onto Hay-on-Wye which is only six miles away.