Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Cardiff City Centre
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.
Cardiff Castle
You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its local tours.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Cardiff during your trip to Cardiff. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Bute Park
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.
Cardiff Market
During your trip to Cardiff, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cardiff Market. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Queen Arcade
During your visit to Cardiff, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Queen Arcade. Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.
Top hotels in Cardiff City Centre
The Angel Hotel
Room was excellent, perfect size for pur family of four while we had a couple of days for my sons birthday. Staff on reception were really helpful, kind and welcoming. Cleaning staff we met and chatted with the kids, were also very kind. Beds were amazing! The hotel is beautiful and is looked after ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Lovely hotel in an amazing location.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Staff was friendly and professional. Dinner was delicious and the beds are very comfortable. Plan to stay on my next trip to Cardiff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Room was spotless,staff in restaurant and food was excellent.the stay was made fabulous by the lovely warm pool and jacuzzi.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Excellent stay at Four Points Flex! The location couldn’t be more convenient — just a short walk from the city centre, train station, bus station, and all major tourist attractions. The rooms were comfortable, the service was welcoming, and the breakfast was outstanding with plenty of fresh options ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Spacious room. Staff were very welcoming. Had a good stay
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Cardiff Castle – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Butetown
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.
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 Wales Millennium Centre and Utilita Arena Cardiff.
Riverside
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.
Adamsdown
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 Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
Grangetown
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.
