Title: Newcastle Higher Travel Guide: Best of Newcastle Higher, Cardiff Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Newcastle Higher](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Higher-Hotels.d684133984851652608.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Newcastle Higher](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Higher-Holiday-Rentals.d684133984851652608.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Newcastle Higher Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Newcastle-Higher.d684133984851652608.Car-Hire-Guide)[Newcastle Higher Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Higher.d684133984851652608.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Newcastle Higher Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Peaceful place](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/bb7b9a6c-1181-459b-b54f-b6b05c487997.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peaceful place](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/bb7b9a6c-1181-459b-b54f-b6b05c487997.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is a photo of listed building number](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/44d8e731-c966-4ca5-b194-012014603c90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/44d8e731-c966-4ca5-b194-012014603c90.jpg) by [FruitMonkey](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:FruitMonkey) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Glanrhyd Hospital church - Bridgend](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/7afe05d4-47c4-4613-be8f-66a776ec68c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/7afe05d4-47c4-4613-be8f-66a776ec68c8.jpg) by [Mick Lobb](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/26633) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Path beside the Afon Ogwr - Pen-y-fai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/14a2bf6d-09d7-4817-8d6b-fcd26c5b208c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/14a2bf6d-09d7-4817-8d6b-fcd26c5b208c.jpg) by [Mick Lobb](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/26633) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Newcastle Higher Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_684133984851652608) - Top hotels in Newcastle Higher - Top Holiday Rentals in Newcastle Higher ![The Angel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34900/34843/5f26af86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Angel Hotel Castle Street Cardiff Wales £56 22 Mar - 23 Mar 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,024 reviews) Warm welcome from reception staff upon arrival. We did not use the bar or restaurant area. Overall the property is in a ‘tired’ condition. One of the lifts was out of use throughout our stay and there was a broken window in our room which had been taped up. A refurbishment programme is needed to ... Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684133984851652608) ![The Parkgate Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66270000/66262800/66262736/3394a1df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Parkgate Hotel Westgate Street Cardiff Wales £98 6 Apr - 7 Apr 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,779 reviews) Didn't use the spa Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=66262736&PinnedHotelID=66262736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684133984851652608) ![Cardiff Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13776/eca2ae56_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cardiff Marriott Hotel Mill Lane Cardiff Wales Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £75 15 Mar - 16 Mar 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,227 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=13776&PinnedHotelID=13776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684133984851652608) [See all 2,076 properties in Newcastle Higher](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026®ionId=684133984851652608) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![ Park Lane Aparthotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54290000/54287800/54287774/f3cdc05a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Lane Aparthotel 23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ... 7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews) Nice space. Easy checkin. Good walking around location. Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Park-Lane-By-Urban-Space.h54287774.Hotel-Information) ![The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58240000/58238100/58238044/fb8df762_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff 10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews) Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Spires-Cardiff.h58238044.Hotel-Information) ![Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122730000/122729200/122729153/45b12a55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views Jim Driscoll Way Cardiff Wales Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Modern-2BR-Apartment-With-Water-Views.h122729153.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Newcastle Higher](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=684133984851652608&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Newcastle Higher hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10)[9 Mar - 10 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11)[10 Mar - 11 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133984851652608&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Attraction) ![Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490507/5dbf41fb-82e5-44f5-94c4-a1963ca618dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Attraction) ![Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Attraction) ![Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086531/a86c09df-3b2a-4b70-a87e-f2b8f03961ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Attraction) ![D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168689/0811544b-b030-400b-bd9c-ebc68552d1d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Attraction) ![Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084247/83a5b0a0-fa6b-4b87-b9b9-31e6655d4a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4843628/b76a6f0f-85ba-4c4a-b026-15b1903f27f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-barry-island-gavin-and-stacey-tour.a4843628.activity-details) ![Cardiff Bay Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734480/c26ff1e8-74f6-4a14-a3db-1e448a37f7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay Boat Tour £13 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-bay-boat-tour.a734480.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/542d07dc-66f3-4374-90a2-ba3455fcd4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour £88 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![A tour arrives at Caerleon.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1015104/ec21001a-734f-4e90-a6c3-b7ad50b39792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour. £90 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-wandering-bards-valley-tour-or-the-swansea-bay-tour.a1015104.activity-details) ![The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627037/a0dddb0f-0671-4eec-93d3-e6dee1d124bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition £18 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket.a44627037.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48840858/c02f0733-40e7-4890-bfc4-ac4e198a7b8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-alcotraz-immersive-prison-cocktail-experience.a48840858.activity-details) [See all activities in Newcastle Higher](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newcastle-Higher.d684133984851652608.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Newcastle Higher ![Aerial view of Porthcawl beach harbour and fun fair in South Wales UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/1b88068f-c52f-486b-9f69-dd759c79b5f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bridgend ![Cardiff which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054272/52aa637b-e13a-4bd5-87f2-9e0e39b7acdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff ![Oriental garden in Bryngarw Country Park One of many different environments in the park. There is also river, forest and a barbecue area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401211/7991e445-d8bd-4ffa-96ff-c2299d7653e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Nigel Davies](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/22898) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Brynmenyn - Cities near Newcastle Higher - Places of interest [Bridgend](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridgend.dx5615)[Cardiff](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272)[Bryncethin](https://expedia.co.uk/Bryncethin.dx3000383101)[Brynmenyn](https://expedia.co.uk/Brynmenyn.dx3000401211) - [Principality Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Attraction) - [Brecon Beacons National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Wales.d6054302.Attraction) - [Cardiff Bay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Attraction) - [Cardiff Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Attraction) - [Barry Island Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Attraction) - [Utilita Arena Cardiff ](https://expedia.co.uk/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Attraction) - [Cardiff University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Attraction) - [Swansea Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Marina-Castle.d553248621532490418.Attraction) - [Wales Millennium Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wales-Millennium-Centre-Butetown.d6084283.Attraction) - [Mumbles Pier ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mumbles-Pier-Swansea.d6086373.Attraction) - [Swansea Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Beach-Swansea.d6086369.Attraction) - [Cardiff City Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-City-Stadium-Canton.d6249576.Attraction) - [Caswell Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Caswell-Bay-Beach-Swansea.d6086535.Attraction) - [Swansea University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-University-Swansea.d6086347.Attraction) - [Singleton Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Singleton-Park-Swansea.d6086349.Attraction) - [Swansea.com Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanseacom-Stadium-Landore.d6086351.Attraction) - [The Royal Mint Experience ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Royal-Mint-Experience-Llantrisant.d553248635934491391.Attraction) - [Bute Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bute-Park-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084233.Attraction) - [Grand Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Theatre-Castle.d6086361.Attraction) - [BikePark Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/BikePark-Wales-Aberdare.d553248621561939670.Attraction) - [Rhondda Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhondda-Valley-Wales.d6222428.Attraction) - [Aberavon Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberavon-Beach-Port-Talbot.d553248621561939585.Attraction) - [Oystermouth Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Oystermouth-Castle-Swansea.d6086489.Attraction) - [Llandaff Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Llandaff-Cathedral-Llandaff.d6084255.Attraction) - [Margam Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Margam-Country-Park-Port-Talbot.d624905990774693888.Attraction) - [Royal Porthcawl Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Porthcawl-Golf-Club-Cardiff.d553248635976401149.Attraction) - [University Hospital of Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Hospital-Of-Wales-Heath.d6084279.Attraction) - [Barry Island Pleasure Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Pleasure-Park-Cardiff.d6086529.Attraction) - [St. David's ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Davids-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084271.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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