Pontcanna Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Our pick of the best Pontcanna Hotel Deals
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
As always, an excellent stay, clean, comfortable and well equipped and helpful comms from staff ahead of time and on site, thank you
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Lincoln House Hotel
Best breakfast ever!!!
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Pontcanna Inn
Nice property
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Elgano Guest House
The staff are friendly and welcoming, the room was well furnished and comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
It was amazing. Large room, great service.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
The Angel Hotel
Staff were exceptionally warm and kind, the hotel is brightly lit but in warmer colours than more modern hotels which was easier on my eyes personally. Beautiful hotel directly across from the castle and at the edge of the arcades and shopping area, perfect for tourists
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pontcanna
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.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium 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.
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.
Pontcanna Travel Guide
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff University
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Rhondda Valley
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- BikePark Wales
- Caerphilly Castle
- University Hospital of Wales
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- The Royal Mint Experience
- Castell Coch
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- St Donat's Castle
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