Risca West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Risca West
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 top-notch restaurants 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
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Our pick of the best Risca West Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Excellent experience. Staff very helpful and polite. Special thanks to Joyee.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Lovely and comfortable rooms with nice decor. Also very quiet.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Room was nice. Shower needed an upgrade. Drinks were expensive. Train noise was very loud
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Fresh breakfast. No coffee/tea machine like other hotels.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Free parking and plenty of space. Excellent options in bar for a hotel. Decent loation. Bit fiddly to find the entrance.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
The room was very clean and spacious , the food was excellent and the staff were so polite and very professional
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Risca West
Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to Tredegar House and Friars Walk Newport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Caerphilly Castle while you're in the area.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
