Penylan
Cardiff
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.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Top hotels in Penylan
The Angel Hotel
Clean comfortable room
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Great room, friendly and helpful staff...great facilities
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Size of the room and bed. It was the best stay we have had
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Great hotel in superb location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was modern and clean.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Lovely place to stay! Unfortunately we didn’t have food/breakfast or drink in the bar as we checked in at 11pm after a late flight and just wanted to get home in the mornign! Great location, easy to find and room was ideal! Clean, tidy and comfortable. Tea and coffee, lovely shower! Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Penylan
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.
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.
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.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Penylan
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Barry Island Beach
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- The Grand Pier
- Bute Park
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- 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
- Mendip Hills
