Atlantic Wharf Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Atlantic Wharf
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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
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.
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.
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Activities
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Our pick of the best Atlantic Wharf Hotel Deals
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium
The Angel Hotel
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Atlantic Wharf
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.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff International Arena – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff Market – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff International Arena and New Theatre.
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 Cardiff International Arena 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.
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Cardiff University
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff International Arena
- Rhondda Valley
- University Hospital of Wales
- Caerphilly Castle
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Castell Coch
- Weston-super-Mare Town Hall