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.
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 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 Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Top hotels in Duffryn
Majestic Hotel Cardiff
"All good"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
"Fabulous hotel. Great customer service. Gorgeous room on 5th floor with fantastic voew of stadium. Breakfast was perfect"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Angel Hotel
"Rooms are of good size. Bathroom has mould rooms were not ventilated."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Mollie's Bristol
"Great hotel. Rooms are lovely and spacious with an incredible rainfall shower Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
"Stayed at the Celtic Manor Resort recently and came away feeling a little disappointed overall. The bed was genuinely excellent and most of the staff we dealt with were friendly and polite, but for a hotel marketed as five-star, parts of the experience didn’t really match the price point. On arrival, ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
"Great value hotel with nice rooms , very large comfy bed and great shower . Pool very good"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Duffryn
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Arts Centre.
Langstone
Some popular features of Langstone include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Coldra Woods or Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Adamsdown
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 Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
