Penmark 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 Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Our pick of the best Penmark Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Ideal hotel for central cardiff warm friendly welcome
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Lovely hotel. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Great centeal location and near the station.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Breakfast was nice, nothing special. Choices of bread Cereal and a few pastries, cold meats and cheese. The hotel spa was clean, and not too busy with about 7 loungers and a few chairs. The spa isn’t quite as glamorous as the pictures suggest. The hotel staff were very friendly and very helpful especially ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
we often stay there on a weekend and head into a cardiff for drinks, the hotel is is right in the centre and is a great place to stay
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Very noisy private function made it impossible to sleep - had to change rooms at midnight. Horrible experience - would never return. Was promised a refund and will be pursuing this.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penmark
Rhoose
Rhoose is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Watch House Beach and Porthkerry Country Park.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
