Leckwith 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 walkable 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
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Our pick of the best Leckwith Hotel Deals
The Parkgate Hotel
Excellent breakfast. Clean rooms. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Angel Hotel
Room and hotel clean if a little dated. Shower a little difficult to operate. Staff polite and helpful. Breakfast ok but had the world’s slowest toaster. Small choice of different breads and pastries. Only eggs on offer were fried.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
The staff were absolutely first class.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Excellent location for our theatre trip to Cardiff Bay. Staff very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Fantastic location in Cardiff. Room was a little tired looking. Was informed at check in that they were having problems with the air con and this did not work throughout are stay. There was a lot of noise from near by pubs and club but this did not effect our stay but could if you are a light sleeper ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Leckwith
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Caerphilly Mountain are just a few notable stops.
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.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
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.
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.
