Rumney 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 walkable 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
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Our pick of the best Rumney Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Cosy breakfast, accomodating staff, good family rooms, unparalleled location opposite the castle and arcades
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Breakfast has so many options and was lovely and fresh. Staff were very friendly and always smiley and helpfull and the pool/spa was very relaxing would definitely recommend staying here
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Lovely hotel. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Great centeal location and near the station.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Nice hotel close to the town centre and arena
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
we often stay there on a weekend and head into a cardiff for drinks, the hotel is is right in the centre and is a great place to stay
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rumney
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
