Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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Cardiff International Arena

3/5(1 review)

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 International Arena
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Bute Park

4/5(1 review)

Take a calming stroll through Cardiff’s Bute Park. Follow the trails, explore the remains of a medieval friary and admire the horticulture and wildlife.

Bute Park
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Cardiff Market

Since replacing a jail in the late 1800s, this majestic indoor marketplace has been at the heart of the city’s mercantile trade.

Cardiff Market
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St. David's

During your visit to Cardiff, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. David's. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

St. David's

Activities

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From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

NZ$205
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
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Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

NZ$1,312
Per adult
Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay
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Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!

NZ$1,434
Per adult
Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!
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Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

NZ$297
Per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour
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From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

NZ$70
Per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
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Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour

NZ$297
Per adult
Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Cardiff City Centre Hotel Deals

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$110 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$110
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Stay experience
"Our stay at sleeperz was amazing, staff members are friendly and very helpful. The hotel is neat and at accessible location, easy to locate as it's just three minutes to the train station despite that it was calm and quite."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$123 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$123
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,227 reviews)
Cardiff stay
"Wonderful charming hotel. Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Decoration a bit worn in places, but all the positives out weigh this. Only complaint was the bedroom was a bit warm with no heating on."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$221 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
NZ$221
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,207 reviews)
"It used to be the post office, and had an historical significance. The dining room used to be the sorting room. Very well maintained and beautiful!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$183 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
NZ$183
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Very good."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$157 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$157
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location next to train station and shopping areas."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$187 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$187
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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 helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Lovely weekend
"Great stay again"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Park Plaza Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre

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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
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.

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Riverside

4/5(1 area review)

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 Sophia Gardens are just a few notable stops.

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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.

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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.

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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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