Llanishen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Llanishen
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Our pick of the best Llanishen Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Excellent experience. Staff very helpful and polite. Special thanks to Joyee.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Parking was ok just a bit tight to park it was difficult getting room to temp and they didn't follow up on my request of an accessible shower
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Fresh breakfast. No coffee/tea machine like other hotels.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Free parking and plenty of space. Excellent options in bar for a hotel. Decent loation. Bit fiddly to find the entrance.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Lovely stay rooms lovely
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
Nice room
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Llanishen
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.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre 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.
