Risca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Activities

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

NZ$196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

NZ$136
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$37
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

NZ$46
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour

Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour

NZ$51
per adult
Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

NZ$195
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Risca Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$108 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$108
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,327 reviews)
"Beautiful historical hotel, close to all amenities."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is NZ$244 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$244
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,428 reviews)
"the cost was very good for in the week. Food, The only thing on booking of the room nothing is mentioned about an extra cost for parking !!!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$279 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$279
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,820 reviews)
"Clean room, good location, great staff!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$162 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$162
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,635 reviews)
"Hotel stay was good and 10 minute walk to the bay."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$192 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$192
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"The room smelt like a pond it was not the best fresh smell but overall it W’s okay"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$200 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$200
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Holly at the welcome desk was very friendly and extremely helpful .A credit to the hotel as were all the staff we met."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
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Our guide on where to stay in Risca

Find the best Risca areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Risca
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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.

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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.

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Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

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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.

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Pontcanna

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

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