Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A bustling urban square with modern architecture, including a distinctive glass building and a large circular sculpture.
A busy pedestrian area with historic red brick buildings, a variety of shops, and people walking.
A city street with historic buildings, a modern high-rise, and a pedestrian walkway.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a statue, a tree-lined street, and pedestrians.
A historic stone castle atop a hill with a modern building in the background.

Stay near popular Cardiff City Centre attractions

A modern stadium with a distinctive sail-like structure and a glass facade.

Principality Stadium

9.0/10 (893 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.
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Activities

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

NZ$105
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

NZ$138
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$37
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Caerphilly Castle

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

NZ$187
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

NZ$47
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
Luggage Storage in Cardiff

Luggage Storage in Cardiff

NZ$17
per adult
Luggage Storage in Cardiff
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Our pick of the best Cardiff City Centre Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$121 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$121
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,458 reviews)
"Lovely hotel.my room was great.nice staff.great area.lady on desk very helpful regarding parking."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$288 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$288
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,815 reviews)
"Lovely stay, great view close to the stadium."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$117 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$117
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,116 reviews)
"Hotel location is ideally located near Cardiff city centre and directly next-door to Cardiff Central train station. Staff were also very polite and approachable."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
St Mary Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$160 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$160
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast clean rooms friendly staff"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$179 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$179
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good room. Nice adjoining bar. Good facilities. Easy access to city centre. Free parking."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
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$205 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$205
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely bar and cocktails …"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
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Our guide on where to stay in Cardiff City Centre

Find the best Cardiff City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cardiff City Centre
Learn more about Cardiff City Centre
A historic castle with a moat, surrounded by modern buildings with illuminated signs.

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.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Coal Exchange building or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.

A modern bridge with a unique design, a river, and a stadium with distinctive architecture.
Photo by Mick Lobb
Open Photo by Mick Lobb

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.

A suspension bridge over a river with leafless trees in the background.

Pontcanna

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

A historic building with classical architecture, including a prominent dome and detailed facade.

Cathays

Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.

Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

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