Pontnewydd Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4/5(6 reviews)

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.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

3/5(2 reviews)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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 Castle
Cardiff University

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.

Cardiff University
Wales Millennium Centre showing street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4/5(8 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Activities

Cardiff Market

The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour

NZ$45
per traveller
The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

NZ$39
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$29
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

NZ$57
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

NZ$181
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

NZ$204
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
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Our pick of the best Pontnewydd Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$258 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$258
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,488 reviews)
"Always like to stay in the Angel Hotel, Cardiff . Staff friendly always a nice welcome which is a must on reception. Breakfast well recommended good value for money. Rooms lovely and clean basic & comfortable."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$237 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$237
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews)
"Lovely staff, great food options, good bar for a beer in the evening, plenty of space to walk around even if you don't play golf."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
3.5 out of 5
Gordano Motorway Service Area M5 J19, Portbury, Bristol, England
The price is NZ$119 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$119
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great
"Yeah it was good"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$222 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$222
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,720 reviews)
"Centrally located within easy walking distance of Cardiff castle, bars, restaurants, shopping etc"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$99 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$99
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,034 reviews)
"Close to city centre"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$182 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$182
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay again. Special thanks to Aya for her help checking in and helping with my accessibility needs. She really was very kind! Love the pool and spa area once more. Everyone really helpful and kind."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Park Plaza Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Pontnewydd

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Caerleon

4/5(1 area review)

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.

Caerleon
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Pillgwenlly

While visiting Pillgwenlly, you might make a stop by sights like Newport Docks and Riverfront.

Pillgwenlly
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Langstone

Some popular features of Langstone include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club or Coldra Woods are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Langstone
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Penylan

Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Penylan
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Caldicot

You'll enjoy the churches and gardens in Caldicot. You might want to make time for a stop at Caldicot Castle and Country Park or Dewstow Gardens & Hidden Grottoes.

Caldicot
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Roath

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath

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