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$101 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$101
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (1,011 reviews)
Great hotel
"Friendly and helpfull staff! Hotel was very clean. Really enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$120 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$120
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (1,201 reviews)
"Very convenient for Cardiff city centre, good breakfast, friendly staff, comfy room Placement of shower curtain was a bit awkward, making the shower space a bit too small (bath and shower were perfectly fine, the rail is just too far in)"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$197 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$197
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (1,193 reviews)
Lovely hotel highly recommend
"Beautiful hotel, karge spacious rooms. Breakfast was lovely. Staff were really friendly. Spa was good. Fantastic location."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$149 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$149
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (1,005 reviews)
"My stay was short. However, the property, room and mainly the window looked very old from 80s."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$185 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$185
per night
30 May - 31 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were very welcoming and helpful throughout the stay. The location is excellent for the centre of town and the castle, with convenient parking across the road at the NCP. Rooms were a decent size, clean and had good facilities - nothing unexpected but everything that we needed. The bath ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Park Plaza Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$148 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$148
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great overnight stay Location is perfect Staff at front desk very friendly and helpful kept case b4 we were able to check in and on check out Breakfast good staff helpful"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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.

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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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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