Pontnewydd Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pontnewydd
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.
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
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Our pick of the best Pontnewydd Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Lovely room, friendly staff on arrival.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Room was nice
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Very friendly staff. Lovely comfortable clean room. Great cocktails in the bar and fantastic food at Browns restaurant in the hotel. Location couldn't be better so all in all a fab place to stay in Cardiff city centre. We are planning to return.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room was clean, temperature of room was good and the shower was nice and hot
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
We had the best stay , our first time travelling as mum and 12 year old for my daughter Xmas pressie. The room was perfect, and we loved the little note left welcoming my daughter and chocs. The pork belly for dinner was just delicious too and the reception and bar staff during our meal were all ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pontnewydd
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to Tredegar House and Friars Walk Newport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
