Atlantic Wharf Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4/5(6 reviews)

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.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

3/5(2 reviews)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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 Castle
Cardiff University

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.

Cardiff University
Wales Millennium Centre showing street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4/5(8 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Activities

Cardiff Market

The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour

NZ$45
per traveller
The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

NZ$39
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$29
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

NZ$57
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

NZ$181
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

NZ$204
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
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Our pick of the best Atlantic Wharf Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$132 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$132
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Great stay
"Great hotel perfect area to visit Cardiff staff very friendly and helpful only thing that knocked it down one star was our beds were uncomfortable but other than that really clean rooms spacious great breakfast"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Novotel Cardiff Centre
4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$164 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$164
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$198 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$198
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
Great short break
"Great short stay in Cardiff. Rather more expensive than we usually can afford but the apartment has everything we needed. 25 minute walk to the city centre. Lovely breakfast buffet and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium
2 out of 5
Cardiff
The price is NZ$1,648 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$1,648
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this residence in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located ...
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$258 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$258
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,494 reviews)
Good
"Lovely old hotel, did what it said on the tin"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$232 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$232
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,309 reviews)
"A lovely environment. Was greeted happily and efficiently upon arrival. The room was clean, spacious and well presented. The bed was comfortable and bathroom was faultless. As it was very warm on our stay we tried to use the A/C. It worked for around 5 minutes before turning itself off. I can’t sleep ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Atlantic Wharf

Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Butetown

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Butetown
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(36 area reviews)

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.

Cardiff City Centre
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

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.

Castle Quarter
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Splott

Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principality Stadium and Cardiff International Arena.

Splott
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Adamsdown

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Adamsdown
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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.

Grangetown

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