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.
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 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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Pentyrch
Gwaelod Y Garth Inn
Lovely room, great staff, great food, great pub. Excellent place to stay.
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
The Angel Hotel
Room ok, but dated. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Grand entrance. So close to Cardiff city centre amenities. They need to be explicit about no parking on site and make discounted alternative arrangements eg Cardiff arms park car park for guests. Arrival was stressful re parking abd unloading ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Polite staff clean room comfy bed
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Very pleasant. Room was excellent but the was a bit of a mix up on our Food in the Restaurant
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Room was spacious with very good view. Very comfy bed and clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
The receptionist was welcoming, friendly and professional. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. Access to the pool and parking available in the hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pentyrch
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.
Llantrisant
Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit National Museum Cardiff and Cardiff City Hall.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pentyrch
- Delta Force Paintball Cardiff
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Cardiff City Stadium
- The Grand Pier
- BikePark Wales
- Bute Park
- Sophia Gardens
- New Theatre
- Llandaff Cathedral
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Roath Park
