Pen-y-graig Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pen-y-graig
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Activities
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Our pick of the best Pen-y-graig Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Absolutely spot on
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Excellent service
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room was clean and spacious. TV was a nightmare to operate, so reported to reception whi said that they would send someone to check it out. No-one came!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Room was super,and the staff were very welcing
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Amazing lady on reception. Very helpful and friendly. Sadly didn’t get her name. We checked in around 12 o’clock on the 01st of January.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pen-y-graig
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.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Saint Athan
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Watch House Beach to Limpert Bay – discover Saint Athan, a destination also famous for its shopping.
