Pen-y-graig Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wet pitch at Penygraig The A4119 grazes the north-eastern corner of the square. Adjacent, and in the square checked with GPS, is this football pitch. It looks as though the land may have been levelled to create the pitch, as the rest of the land going into the square on the left is steep up onto Mynydd Pen-y-graig. It was very wet and the groundsman looked thoroughly fed up.
Photo by Graham Horn (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Wet pitch at Penygraig The A4119 grazes the north-eastern corner of the square. Adjacent, and in the square checked with GPS, is this football pitch. It looks as though the land may have been levelled to create the pitch, as the rest of the land going into the square on the left is steep up onto Mynydd Pen-y-graig. It was very wet and the groundsman looked thoroughly fed up.
Photo by Graham Horn (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Wet pitch at Penygraig The A4119 grazes the north-eastern corner of the square. Adjacent, and in the square checked with GPS, is this football pitch (unusual for South Wales). It looks as though the land may have been levelled to create the pitch, as the rest of the land going into the square is steep up onto Mynydd Pen-y-graig.
Photo by Graham Horn (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Mynydd Y Dinas to Clydach Vale with Tonypandy and Pen y Graig in the fore ground
Photo by Anthony John (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Mynydd Y Dinas to Penrhiwfer with Williamstown school at centre
Photo by Anthony John (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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
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
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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

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$133
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$203
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: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

NZ$199
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic 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 Pen-y-graig 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! (3,011 reviews)
Everything’s good..

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$182 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$182
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and relaxing hotel, everything was fine. Staff friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$162 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$162
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,219 reviews)
It was fantastic from start to finish, the staff were very helpful

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$180 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$180
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Noisy room next to cleaning cupboard where was woken each morning at 5-6am. Room lost all power during the stay for a period resulting in having to sit in lobby to wait for power to be restored.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 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$142 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$142
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,583 reviews)
Lovely room, spacious,clean and comfortable. Staff were lovely, very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good as was our evening meal.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$226 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$226
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,772 reviews)
10/10 Absolutely stunning hotel. Highly recommended the superior junior suite

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Pen-y-graig

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Llantrisant is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Leisure Centre.

Llantrisant
Hollybush Estate Road - Coryton

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
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
University Hospital of Wales gardens

Heath

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

Heath
Cardiff, UK

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.

Gabalfa
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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