Canton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 family-friendly 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, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Our pick of the best Canton Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Room was clean and warm friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean comfortable room. Staff very friendly. Breakfast in Browns was fab too!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
A great experience
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
Room was on the zero level which I have stayed in before on quite a few occasions - they are always cold, bathroom radiators don’t work and tv signal is awful and pixilated. Other than that the reception team, health club and restaurant were as good as usual
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Door handle loose
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Everything we needed. Easy parking, simple check in process, friendly staff, clean room. All great.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canton
Riverside
You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
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.
