Cardiff City Centre

Cardiff

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 reviews)

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
Cardiff Castle featuring heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(251 reviews)

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 International Arena

Cardiff International Arena

4.5/5(59 reviews)

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.

Cardiff International Arena
Bute Park featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Bute Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Take a calming stroll through Cardiff’s Bute Park. Follow the trails, explore the remains of a medieval friary and admire the horticulture and wildlife.

Bute Park
Cardiff featuring markets, shopping and a square or plaza

Cardiff Market

Since replacing a jail in the late 1800s, this majestic indoor marketplace has been at the heart of the city’s mercantile trade.

Cardiff Market

St. David's

4.5/5(24 reviews)

During your visit to Cardiff, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. David's. Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.

St. David's

Things to do

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

€104
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

€15
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

€10
per adult
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

€57
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Penarth Marina

Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.

€12
per adult
Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

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

€113
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
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Top hotels in Cardiff City Centre

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! (2,543 reviews)
"Lovely, classic hotel with clean rooms and an excellent location. I recommend without hesitation."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

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Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

4 out of 5
Dominions Arcade Queen Street, Glamorgan, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €92 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€92
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,424 reviews)
"Hotel was excellent staff so helpful, breakfast amazing. Loved the the decor.Will definitely be back as so central to everything."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €113 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€113
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,720 reviews)
"Great stay, really lovely rooms and overall a great place."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €89 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€89
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)
Pleasant stay
"Comfortable room and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €93 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€93
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent hotel
"Excellent hotel , had a superior room with a view , but the only down fall was the air con wasn’t well in the room but other from that from the spa to breakfast top notch will be definitely returning in the future , the room was cleaned to a high standard to the staff on arrival was really ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Park Plaza Cardiff
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €53 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€53
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,065 reviews)
"Nice spot"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre

Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and modern architecture

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a square or plaza, modern architecture and a city

Butetown

4/5(275 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

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Atlantic Wharf

While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principality Stadium and Wales Millennium Centre.

Atlantic Wharf
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Riverside

4/5(59 area reviews)

You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

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Adamsdown

4/5(19 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena.

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Grangetown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Grangetown

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