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: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Our pick of the best Roath Hotel Deals
Crofts Hotel
Room clean, staff pleasant.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 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
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Polite staff clean room comfy bed
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Very pleasant. Room was excellent but the was a bit of a mix up on our Food in the Restaurant
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Room was spacious with very good view. Very comfy bed and clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
Arrived later due to finishing work, had dinner in the bar area which was good.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Roath
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.
Adamsdown
If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
Roath Travel Guide
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Cardiff University
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Rhondda Valley
- BikePark Wales
- University Hospital of Wales
- Caerphilly Castle
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
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