Penarth
Travel Guide





Visit Penarth
Where to stay in Penarth

Dinas Powys
Travellers like the golf courses in Dinas Powys, and Cosmeston Lakes Country Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Sully
When in Sully, you can plan a visit to Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Cardiff Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sully and Lavernock
If you're spending some time in Sully and Lavernock, Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Pennarth Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Llandough
While there might not be top attractions in Llandough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cardiff Bay and Cardiff International Sports Village.

The Angel Hotel
"Wonderful stay in upgraded room. Our suite was clean, spacious and excellent value. Location very central to all amenities. Staff always pleasant and helpful. Building a little dated in parts but that did not detract from a wonderful stay. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
"upon arrival we was told we would have to pay to use the pool facilities. we ordered room service and was told we would have to wait 45 mins for it to arrive having us go down to reception as the phone in room was not working. The fire alarm went off at 23:50 waking us up which left is with a poor ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
"Ticks all the boxes, love it here!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Large Victorian Terrace, Penarth (Cardiff)
"Beautiful home. Comfortable, clean and with thoughtful touches such as Welsh cakes in the kitchen and soaps in the bathrooms."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2024

Quay Apartments Clarence House
"Beautiful place to stay and the apartment was very well equipped but the bed was not very comfortable.basically 2 singles pushed together and was a huge dip between mattresses. I would stay again but please change the mattresses."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
"Great stay. Lovely, modern, clean apartment. Only negative was the heat/temperature. There was a bit of a heatwave outside and the Dyson fan provided did nothing to cool the roasting apartment atmosphere. Aircon would have been welcomed but aside from that I would happily stay again (as long as there’s ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
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 walkable 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.

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.

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 Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

The Ghosts of St Fagans: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
- Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
- Principality Stadium
- Barry Island Beach
- Exmoor National Park
- Cardiff Castle
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- The Grand Pier
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Sophia Gardens
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Bute Park
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- The Royal Mint Experience
- Mendip Hills
- Quantock Hills
- Barry Island Pleasure Park

















