Risca 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 walkable 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

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Top hotels in Risca

The Angel Hotel
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Celtic Manor Resort
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Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
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Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Risca

Pillgwenlly
While visiting Pillgwenlly, you might make a stop by sights like Newport Docks and Riverfront.

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 Llandaff Cathedral and Principality Stadium.
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.
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.

Gabalfa
Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.
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- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Bay
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Wye Valley
- Cardiff University
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Wales Millennium Centre
- St. David's
- Cardiff International Arena
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Rhondda Valley
- Cardiff Bay Waterfront
- Tintern Abbey
- The Grand Pier
- BikePark Wales
- University Hospital of Wales
- Bute Park
- Chepstow Castle
- Caerphilly Castle
- David Broome Event Centre
- Sophia Gardens
- New Theatre
- Llandaff Cathedral
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Weston-super-Mare Beach
- National Museum Cardiff
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