Fairwater Travel Guide
Cardiff
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.
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
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.
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
An architectural masterpiece, the Wales Millennium Centre is at the heart of Cardiff Bay, a wonderfully regenerated area full of striking buildings, wide open spaces and intriguing pieces of public art.
Things to do
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairwater
Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to Tredegar House and Friars Walk Newport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.
Pillgwenlly
While visiting Pillgwenlly, you might make a stop by sights like Newport Docks and Riverfront.
Langstone
Some popular features of Langstone include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club or Coldra Woods are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Penylan
Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Bay
- Cardiff Castle
- Wye Valley
- Cardiff University
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- St. David's
- Cardiff International Arena
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Rhondda Valley
- Tintern Abbey
- Cardiff Bay Waterfront
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- BikePark Wales
- University Hospital of Wales
- Bute Park
- Chepstow Castle
- Caerphilly Castle
- David Broome Event Centre
- The Royal Mint Experience
- New Theatre
- Llandaff Cathedral
- Sophia Gardens
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- National Museum Cardiff
- Brecon Mountain Railway
- Castell Coch