Roath Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
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.
Activities
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Our pick of the best Roath Hotel Deals
Crofts Hotel
Spotless, comfortable room. Helpful staff. Excellent value.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Angel Hotel
Friendly staff, great location!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Fantastic service as soon as we arrived. Room was beautiful, well equipped with Toiletries and coffees and tea. Breakfast was beautiful
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Don’t be put off by the building work going on around the bay. This hotel is a fab base for city and bay exploring . Free parking . Staff couldn’t have been any more helpful . Spacious and clean rooms
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean room, hotel has a very prestigious feel for the area. Staff very friendly, and always happy to answer any questions.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
The hotel is modern and very clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. However the rooms are tiny and feel like you’re in a box. The beds are small and uncomfortable and any noise at all travels between rooms meanings very poor sleep. On a more positive the location is fantastic.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
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.
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