Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
Private Tour: The Valleys Heritage And South Wales Landscapes
Top hotels in Abercarn
The Cwmcarn Hotel
Great host, lovely people, all your basic needs and in an ideal mountain biking location
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
The Angel Hotel
Good size clean room. Nice breakfast and hotel close to castle, city centre, and millennium stadium
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
This was our third stay, all stays in the suites, 6th 8th and 10 floor. Amazing stays, rooms were clean, spacious very friendly staff. A number of activities onsite aswell as restaurants. Will be our preferred place for long weekend breaks.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Friendly staff, food was great. Easy walking to beach and town centre.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
The spa facilities weren’t available due to maintenance which was a real shame as this was one reason we chose the hotel . There could have been more options for breakfast. Coffee wasn’t very nice , it was a lot of money for the hotel so expected more , overpriced for what it was , but it was a nice ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Great location
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Abercarn
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
Pillgwenlly
Pillgwenlly might not have many top sights, but Newport Docks and Newport Transporter Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 National Museum Cardiff.
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.
Abercarn
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Barry Island Beach
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Tintern Abbey
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Bute Park
- BikePark Wales
- New Theatre
- Llandaff Cathedral
- Sophia Gardens
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- The Royal Mint Experience
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Cardiff City Hall
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