Saint Athan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

St Giles Parish Church, - Gileston
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St Giles Parish Church, - Gileston
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Hangars on the horizon - St Athan
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Rich meadows - Gileston
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Batslays Farm and hangar
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

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.

Principality Stadium
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

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 Castle
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

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.

Barry Island Beach
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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
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

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.

Utilita Arena Cardiff

Activities

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$29
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

NZ$134
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

NZ$205
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

NZ$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

NZ$200
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
United Kingdom 15 minute Go Kart Race Session

Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom

NZ$45
per adult
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
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Our pick of the best Saint Athan Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
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! (2,982 reviews)
Room was clean and warm friendly staff

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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The Angel Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$181 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$181
per night
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Door handle loose

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$151 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$151
per night
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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! (1,579 reviews)
Everything we needed. Easy parking, simple check in process, friendly staff, clean room. All great.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$163 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$163
per night
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,203 reviews)
Clean comfortable room. Staff very friendly. Breakfast in Browns was fab too!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$157 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$157
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Spacious room. Staff were very welcoming. Had a good stay

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$225 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$225
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,772 reviews)
Very nice place

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint Athan

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
Where else would you be on an autumn Saturday. C'mon you Bluebirds!

Canton

Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Canton
Llandaff Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage elements and religious elements

Llandaff

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.

Llandaff
Beautiful flowers by the banks of the River Taff in Cardiff

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.

Grangetown
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Riverside

4/5(1 area review)

You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

Riverside
A bridge over the River Taff in Cardiff against a blue sky

Pontcanna

5/5(7 area reviews)

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

Pontcanna

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