Things to do in Penarth
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Classes & workshops
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History & culture
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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.
Cardiff International Arena
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Tintern Abbey
Tour the ruins of an ancient monastery where Cistercian monks used to live, pray and study. See the remains of their former dwellings and church.
Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle is a huge medieval castle in the South Wales, located in Caerphilly, seven and a half miles north of Cardiff. The castle stands out from other Welsh castles thanks to two distinct factors. The first of these is its sheer size; it is the second largest castle in the UK after Windsor Castle, occupying 30 acres.
Areas of Penarth
Dinas Powys
Travellers like the golf courses in Dinas Powys, and Cosmeston Lakes Country Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Sully and Lavernock
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sully and Lavernock and surrounding area, you can visit Penarth Pavilion and Cardiff International Sports Village.
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.
- Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
- Alexandra Gardens
- Principality Stadium
- Cardiff Castle
- Barry Island Beach
- Exmoor National Park
- Cardiff International Arena
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Cardiff City Stadium
- The Grand Pier
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Bute Park
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- The Royal Mint Experience
- Cardiff City Hall
- Weston-super-Mare Town Hall
- Mendip Hills
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Llandaff Cathedral
- New Theatre
- Castell Coch
- Sophia Gardens
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