Penarth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Penarth

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Dinas Powys

Travellers like the golf courses in Dinas Powys, and Cosmeston Lakes Country Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Dinas Powys
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Sully

When in Sully, you can plan a visit to Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Barry Island Pleasure Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sully
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Llandough

While there might not be top attractions in Llandough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cardiff International Sports Village and Cardiff Bay.

Llandough
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Sully and Lavernock

If you're spending some time in Sully and Lavernock, Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Pennarth Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Sully and Lavernock
Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments

Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments

3 out of 5
The Esplanade, Penarth, Wales
The price is NZ$317 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$317
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Penarth. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (154 reviews)
"Room 6 - The room itself was great. The mattress was too soft and rocked side to side when either of us turned in our sleep. It was July and the room was hot, sun was out in Wales! A fan was provided although a large industrial one with 3 speeds, loud, louder and helicopter! Couldn’t have it on whilst ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments
Glendale hotel

Glendale hotel

2.5 out of 5
Plymouth Rd, Penarth, Wales
The price is NZ$257 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$257
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Penarth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (38 reviews)
"I stay at the Glendale regularly to visit my daughter and granddaughter who live nearby. It is a lovely hotel above an Italian restaurant with very convenient access to Penarth train station with regular trains into nearby Cardiff. It has both single and double size rooms and I usually choose a single. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Glendale hotel
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! (2,561 reviews)
"The manager is excellent and helped us out a lot"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

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Cardiff/Penarth Home

Cardiff/Penarth Home

Penarth
Stay at this apartment in Penarth. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium are located nearby.
Cardiff/Penarth Home
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, only stayed one night. Daughter has dietary needs so kitchen was a bonus"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation

4 out of 5
Usk Way, Endeavour House, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Newport ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (211 reviews)
"Very well organised. Friendly staff and a comfortable stay in general"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
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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
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

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
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
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

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: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

NZ$38
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
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$201
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

NZ$215
per adult
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

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

NZ$221
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

NZ$56
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
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Cities near Penarth

Cardiff showing street scenes, night scenes and a city

Cardiff