Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 reviews)

Principality Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

Principality Stadium
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(251 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

Cardiff Castle
Cardiff International Arena

Cardiff International Arena

4.5/5(59 reviews)

Catch an event at Cardiff International Arena during your trip to Cardiff. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Cardiff International Arena
Bute Park featuring heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Bute Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Bute Park is just one of the places to see in Cardiff, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Bute Park
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Cardiff Market

During your trip to Cardiff, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cardiff Market. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

Cardiff Market
Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(190 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay

Top hotels in Cardiff City Centre

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,445 reviews)
"Amazing. Stayed here for one night for a concert at the stadium. Great location and they upgraded us ( 3 ) to a family suite. Very nice staff and lovely hotel. Will defo stay again x"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 1.369.411 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
1.369.411 ₫
1.643.293 ₫ total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Excellent check in, friendly staff. Clean room, good shower"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 3.043.731 ₫ per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
3.043.731 ₫
3.652.477 ₫ total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,709 reviews)
Over all lovely
"Booked for a girls night away. We had a fab time, hotel was lovely, staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were great for us girls to all get ready together and breakfast the next morning was fab. Would have been nice to be able to use the spa facilities while staying but it was so expensive ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
Meridian Gate, Bute Terrace, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 2.340.422 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
2.340.422 ₫
2.808.507 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location near public transportation"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 2.446.805 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
2.446.805 ₫
2.936.166 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Perfect location. Good facilities including heated pool and spa. Lovely breakfast. Air conditioning and one lift not working. Parking opposite very expensive."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Park Plaza Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.216.605 ₫ per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
2.216.605 ₫
2.659.925 ₫ total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Great hotel for a stay in Cardiff. Lovely staff. Comfortable room. Everywhere walkable. Bit difficult finding their car park as you are directed down a bus car and taxi access road. There are signs leading to that road but a bit confusing. Would help to have a sign on the access road saying Marriott ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre

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Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Butetown

4/5(275 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

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Atlantic Wharf

While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principality Stadium and Wales Millennium Centre.

Atlantic Wharf
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Riverside

4/5(59 area reviews)

You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

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Adamsdown

4/5(19 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena.

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Grangetown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Grangetown

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