Risca Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.
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 Castle
Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers.
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.
Cardiff International Arena
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
Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay
Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour
Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour
Private Day Tour from Bath to Wonderful Wales with Pickup
Private Doctor Who Tour of Cardiff and South Wales
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Other neighbourhoods around Risca
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Roath Park and Llandaff Cathedral.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Roath Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Nelson
While visiting Nelson, you might make a stop by sights like River Taff and Parc Penallta.
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.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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- More trip options
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Bay
- Cardiff Castle
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff University
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Cardiff International Arena
- Wye Valley
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Tintern Abbey
- Rhondda Valley
- St. David's
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- National Museum Cardiff
- Caerphilly Castle
- Weston-super-Mare Beach
- Cardiff Bay Waterfront
- University Hospital of Wales
- Bute Park
- The Grand Pier
- Chepstow Castle
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- The Royal Mint Experience
- New Theatre
- BikePark Wales
- Weston-super-Mare Town Hall
- Cardiff City Hall
- Llandaff Cathedral
- St. Fagans National Museum of History