Fairwater Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fairwater
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 relaxing area.
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.
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.
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Activities
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Our pick of the best Fairwater Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Room ok, but dated. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Grand entrance. So close to Cardiff city centre amenities. They need to be explicit about no parking on site and make discounted alternative arrangements eg Cardiff arms park car park for guests. Arrival was stressful re parking abd unloading ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Polite staff clean room comfy bed
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Very pleasant. Room was excellent but the was a bit of a mix up on our Food in the Restaurant
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Room was spacious with very good view. Very comfy bed and clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
The receptionist was welcoming, friendly and professional. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. Access to the pool and parking available in the hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
No complaints.. only one small thing.. at breakfast the fried eggs are left out under heat lamps and are dry and hard….otherwise great
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairwater
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
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.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Caerphilly Castle while you're in the area.
Fairwater Travel Guide
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Cardiff University
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Rhondda Valley
- BikePark Wales
- University Hospital of Wales
- Caerphilly Castle
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Castell Coch
