Thornhill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Nicola Howcroft
Photo by Nicola Howcroft
Photo by Nicola Howcroft
Photo by Nicola Howcroft

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
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
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

NZ$39
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

NZ$227
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
From Cardiff: Cliffs, Beaches And Castles Of South Wales

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

NZ$206
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
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.
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Our pick of the best Thornhill Hotel Deals

Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$240 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$240
22 Sept - 23 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,306 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay but had a few issues with my room - light in the bathroom did not work and water pressure in the shower was low. However, the hotel overall was really lovely and I would stay again. Just make sure that you book any spa treatments in advance as these book up very quickly."

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
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! (2,605 reviews)
"Very old building. Lift wasn’t working which didn’t bother me but makes it inaccessible. No aircon and room was warm with no way to open windows, but there was a fan in the room which worked ok."

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

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The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$220 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$220
14 Sept - 15 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! (1,734 reviews)
"Great hotel. Very good location. Nice and clean room. Great breakfast. Staff were very nice, kind and helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$176 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$176
14 Sept - 15 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Mercure Newport Hotel

Mercure Newport Hotel

4 out of 5
Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$188 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$188
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (858 reviews)
"The bathroom and some furniture was tired but the junior suite had nice window sill to sit on overlooking the river. Nice few soft drinks in the fridge"

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2025

Mercure Newport Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$186 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$186
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (1,055 reviews)
Great stay
"Everything was great apart from the shower pressure and heat wasn’t great"

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Thornhill

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Heath

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit National Museum Cardiff and Cardiff City Hall.

Heath
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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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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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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
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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.

Cathays

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