Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

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A historic castle with multiple towers and a large courtyard.
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Stay near popular Cardiff City Centre attractions

A modern stadium with a distinctive sail-like structure and a glass facade.

Principality Stadium

9.0/10 (893 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Caerphilly Castle

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

£73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

£85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

£85
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

£18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Cathedrals Full Day Tour

Cardiff: National Park, Waterfalls & More Day Tour

£80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: National Park, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

£23
per adult
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour
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Top hotels in Cardiff City Centre

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £56 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£56
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,510 reviews)
"Staff were lovely. Probably there most endearing part to my stay. The breakfast was acceptable and the staff maintained quantity well. The basis of any stay should be would you go back? I have to say based on the maintenance of the place, absolutely not. It looks like any upkeep off the hotel stopped ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £126 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£126
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
The Parkgate Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is £72 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
£72
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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. ...
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
St Mary Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £67 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£67
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location. 5 minutes from train station. Clean, well maintained rooms, bathrooms & all areas of the hotel. Good selection at breakfast."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is £94 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£94
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales
The price is £87 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£87
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Pleasant and helpful staff. Clean large room with comfy bed and standard tea/coffee etc. Unfortunately during our stay one lift was out of action on arrival and being in the fourth floor took a while for the lift, then in the morning the other lift was also broken. My husband has mobility issues ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
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Where to stay in Cardiff City Centre

Find the best Cardiff City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cardiff City Centre
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A historic castle with a moat, surrounded by modern buildings with illuminated signs.

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Coal Exchange building or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.

A modern bridge with a unique design, a river, and a stadium with distinctive architecture.
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Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

A suspension bridge over a river with leafless trees in the background.

Pontcanna

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

A historic building with classical architecture, including a prominent dome and detailed facade.

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.

Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

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