Darran Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Darran Valley
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Our pick of the best Darran Valley Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Had a wonderful stay for one night and would have stayed longer if I could! Nicest hotel that I've been at for a while. Friendly staff, lovely ambience as you enter and very nicely sized and laid out room. Thank you!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Great room, friendly and helpful staff...great facilities
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Nice inner city venue. Parking convenient, breakfast and staff were great
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Size of the room and bed. It was the best stay we have had
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Didn't have breakfast ..no drinks ..clean room very satisfied.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
Staff good room nice
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Darran Valley
Llantrisant
Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.
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.
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
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 Insole Court or Cardiff City Hall.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Darran Valley Travel Guide
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Pen y Fan
- Cardiff University
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- University Hospital of Wales
- Rhondda Valley
- BikePark Wales
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Caerphilly Castle
- Craig-y-Nos Country Park
- Cardiff City Hall
- Big Pit National Coal Museum
- Mermaid Quay
