Popular places to visit
Cardiff University
Enjoy the student vibe at Cardiff University during your stay in Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Principality Stadium
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.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Barry Island Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Barry Island Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Barry. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its churches.
Cardiff Castle
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Enjoy a show at Wales Millennium Centre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cardiff. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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Other neighbourhoods around Cathays
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena.
Gabalfa
Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.
- Cathays Cemetery
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Bay
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- St. David's
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Rhondda Valley
- Cardiff Bay Waterfront
- BikePark Wales
- The Grand Pier
- Brean Theme Park
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Bute Park
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- New Theatre
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Weston-super-Mare Beach
- Llandaff Cathedral
- International Convention Centre Wales
- National Museum Cardiff