Risca 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 relaxing 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 Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$29
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Three Castles & Mountains Day Tour

Cardiff: Waterfalls, Three Castles & Mountains Day Tour

NZ$206
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Three Castles & Mountains Day Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

NZ$39
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

NZ$207
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

NZ$207
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

NZ$57
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
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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
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! (2,624 reviews)
"The elevator needs to be fixed. We didn't like walking up three flights of stairs with luggage.. A lot of older clients mentioned the same issue."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$211 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$211
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Really liked the cleanliness of the hotel and friendly staff. Location was perfect for City centre and restaurants. Spent a few days there and had a nice time. Would have preferred free parking but an outside company controls the parking under the hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$182 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$182
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,067 reviews)
City break
"Lovely clean room. Quiet but excellent location"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$253 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$253
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,310 reviews)
"Everything was top class, food, room , service the only down side was the cost of everything. So expensive!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$163 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$163
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Village Hotel Cardiff
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$225 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$225
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,742 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a location convenient to the train station. No onsite parking and a bit difficult to find. It would have been helpful to have overnight parking suggestions/information before arriving. Also emailed the day before the stay to ask about parking, but didn’t get a reply before ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Risca

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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 Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.

Caerleon
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Rhiwbina

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Caerphilly Castle while you're in the area.

Rhiwbina
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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 National Museum Cardiff or New Theatre.

Penylan
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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.

Whitchurch
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Gabalfa

Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Cardiff City Hall or National Museum Cardiff.

Gabalfa
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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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