Pen-y-graig

Cardiff

Wet pitch at Penygraig The A4119 grazes the north-eastern corner of the square. Adjacent, and in the square checked with GPS, is this football pitch. It looks as though the land may have been levelled to create the pitch, as the rest of the land going into the square on the left is steep up onto Mynydd Pen-y-graig. It was very wet and the groundsman looked thoroughly fed up.
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Wet pitch at Penygraig The A4119 grazes the north-eastern corner of the square. Adjacent, and in the square checked with GPS, is this football pitch. It looks as though the land may have been levelled to create the pitch, as the rest of the land going into the square on the left is steep up onto Mynydd Pen-y-graig. It was very wet and the groundsman looked thoroughly fed up.
Photo by Graham Horn (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Wet pitch at Penygraig The A4119 grazes the north-eastern corner of the square. Adjacent, and in the square checked with GPS, is this football pitch (unusual for South Wales). It looks as though the land may have been levelled to create the pitch, as the rest of the land going into the square is steep up onto Mynydd Pen-y-graig.
Photo by Graham Horn (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Mynydd Y Dinas to Clydach Vale with Tonypandy and Pen y Graig in the fore ground
Photo by Anthony John (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Mynydd Y Dinas to Penrhiwfer with Williamstown school at centre
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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
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(190 reviews)

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 Bay
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
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

Barry Island Beach

4/5(76 reviews)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
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Utilita Arena Cardiff

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.

Utilita Arena Cardiff
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Cardiff University

4/5(44 reviews)

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.

Cardiff University

Things to do

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

€15
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
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.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

€20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
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

€68
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.
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Top hotels in Pen-y-graig

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,983 reviews)
Nice relaxed hotel, friendly staff and clean rooms. I will return again

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is €83 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€83
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,204 reviews)
Lovely hotel, very convienient for town. Great carpark.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is €92 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€92
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
lovely room just a long walk to get to the room. breakfast was brilliant as always

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is €81 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€81
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,579 reviews)
Everything we needed. Easy parking, simple check in process, friendly staff, clean room. All great.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is €79 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€79
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Room was neglected, dirty, dusty and smelt bad. Whole walk to room felt very tired and unkempt. Strong smell of a ‘herby substance’ throughout corridors on our floor and a friends floor too…

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is €123 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€123
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,781 reviews)
I really dislike waiting until 4 o'clock to check in. It seems to be a thing in Scotland and Wales.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Pen-y-graig

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
Hollybush Estate Road - Coryton

Whitchurch

4/5(29 area reviews)

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.

Whitchurch
Llandaff Cathedral which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Llandaff

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.

Llandaff
University Hospital of Wales gardens

Heath

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

Heath
Cardiff, UK

Gabalfa

Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Insole Court or Cardiff City Hall.

Gabalfa
A bridge over the River Taff in Cardiff against a blue sky

Pontcanna

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

Pontcanna

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