Adamsdown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Adamsdown
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
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
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
Barry Island Beach
If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
Cardiff University
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.
Activities
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Our pick of the best Adamsdown Hotel Deals
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Nice room,very clean and great to have a pool to use.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
easyHotel Cardiff
Staff were lovely at reception, room clean. Did take a few hours for the hot water to work in the bathroom but easy convenient hotel
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Tanes Hotel
Spotless, warm room and very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Student Only The West Wing
Perfect overnight for students, everything was clean and spacious and check in was easy, for a very reasonable price. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Cardiff Guesthouse & On-Street Parking
Overall a very good experience with no issues. Hosts are helpful and friendly. ( the bin in the room was full on our arrival, but did not cause any issues)
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Sunday Cardiff Holland House & Spa Queen Rm & view
Very efficient check in. Clean, spacious room with air conditioning- very welcome on the hottest 2 days of the year. Good location, walking distance to everything we needed.
Reviewed on 13 July 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Adamsdown
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – 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.
