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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
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.
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.
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
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Top hotels in Penylan
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
"Room was very clean lovely shower, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
"Great hotel with beautiful scenery and really good restaurants. Only disappointment was the lack of accessibility to lower floors with a pushchair."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
"Fabulous stay."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
"Pros: buffet breakfast (since is a little walk to other restaurants/cafes), very helpful and kind staff, good location close to bay, hot water with good pressure, price, A/C Cons: dated rooms, bathroom grout badly needs cleaning, dirty drinking glasses in room I'd probably stay there again if on ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
easyHotel Cardiff
"Good value and adequate for our purpose"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Penylan
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Butetown
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Cardiff Bay or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.
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.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
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