Nelson Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its local tours.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
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.
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 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 top-notch restaurants.
Wales Millennium Centre
Enjoy a show at Wales Millennium Centre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cardiff. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in Nelson
Llechwen Hall Hotel
Fantastic hotel set in beautiful surroundings. Friendly and helpful staff. The room was immaculate. The 3 course meal was outstanding. Quality all round. Would highly recommend Llechwen Hall. 😀
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Angel Hotel
Staff were very friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Room was spacious and spotlessly clean. Wonderful stay, thank you
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Yes, the maple French toast was incredible.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Great room, friendly and helpful staff...great facilities
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Great breakfast, good location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
Staff good room nice
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson
Llantrisant
Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Caerphilly Castle while you're in the area.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit National Museum Cardiff and Cardiff City Hall.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Nelson Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Nelson by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Cardiff neighborhoods
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- River Taff
- Principality Stadium
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Bay
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Pen y Fan
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Rhondda Valley
- Cardiff Bay Waterfront
- BikePark Wales
- Bute Park
- St. David's
- New Theatre
- Llandaff Cathedral
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- National Museum Cardiff
- Margam Castle
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- International Convention Centre Wales
