Title: Shaftesbury Travel Guide: Best of Shaftesbury, Cardiff Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Shaftesbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Shaftesbury-Hotels.d684133515423051776.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Shaftesbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Shaftesbury-Holiday-Rentals.d684133515423051776.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Shaftesbury Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Shaftesbury.d684133515423051776.Car-Hire-Guide)[Shaftesbury Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Shaftesbury.d684133515423051776.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Shaftesbury Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Shaftesbury](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5623/24b6f073-111b-4f41-a8f8-9bc7782d2aee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5623/24b6f073-111b-4f41-a8f8-9bc7782d2aee.jpg) by [John Grayson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Shaftesbury Things to do - Top hotels in Shaftesbury - Top Holiday Rentals in Shaftesbury ![Ibis Budget Newport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6180000/6172800/6172748/5542dcd1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ibis Budget Newport 164 Malpas Road Newport Wales £47 8 Apr - 9 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Okay 👍 Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=6172748&PinnedHotelID=6172748&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684133515423051776) ![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 £62 6 Apr - 7 Apr 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! (3,067 reviews) The room was very dated and basic . Buffet breakfast excellent. Asked at reception about parking and was directed to an ncp about 200 yards away which charged £32.00 for 24 hours ! Instead I Parked on Cathedral Rd about half a mile away for free and had a pleasant walk through a park to the ... Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684133515423051776) ![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 £100 19 Apr - 20 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! (1,777 reviews) Lovely room, great shower. More tea bags would be nice! Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=66262736&PinnedHotelID=66262736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684133515423051776) [See all 2,156 properties in Shaftesbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026®ionId=684133515423051776) 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! (63 reviews) Great location and competitive pricing for when rugby events are on in the city. Reviewed on 30 Mar 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! (315 reviews) So spacious! Very relaxing stay! Plus short walking distance to cafe, Bute Park and Cardiff Castle and downtown! Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Spires-Cardiff.h58238044.Hotel-Information) ![Quay Apartments Clarence House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29760000/29751600/29751582/199012fa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quay Apartments Clarence House Clarence Place Newport Wales Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club and Riverfront ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (147 reviews) Good spacious one bedroom apartment. Booked for 2 adults and 1 child, but not clear that no bed or sofabed is provided for the 3rd person. Mattress and bedding can be provided for additional fee. Early check in subject to availability. No messages responded to via hotel.com messaging service however ... Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Quay-Apartments-Clarence-House.h29751582.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Shaftesbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=684133515423051776&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 Shaftesbury hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133515423051776&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06)[5 Apr - 6 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133515423051776&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133515423051776&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07)[6 Apr - 7 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133515423051776&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133515423051776&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684133515423051776&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Principality Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Principality Stadium 4.5/5(201 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. [](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 4.5/5(191 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Attraction) ![Cardiff Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Castle 4.5/5(253 reviews) 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 4/5(77 reviews) 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 4.5/5(61 reviews) 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 4/5(45 reviews) 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 ![Cardiff Bay Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734480/4b0892f4-d80b-4618-aaac-258402f7b81c.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 £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1015104/09f538c2-9a61-41d9-9312-5624faf6a0f1.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) ![Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610322/fc887d1b-1935-4547-8fbb-fa2e1453cb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-south-wales-cliffs.a49610322.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 Doctor Who Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51279534/143d6986-0f9e-45de-a9e7-ec97210e6528.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-doctor-who-walking-tour.a51279534.activity-details) [See all activities in Shaftesbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Shaftesbury.d684133515423051776.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Shaftesbury ![View of Newport Sands Beach from the golf club. Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales. UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5623/f611b08d-8216-47b1-a2d3-ad549fbe37bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newport ![Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054272/52aa637b-e13a-4bd5-87f2-9e0e39b7acdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff - Cities near Shaftesbury - Places of interest [Newport](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport.dx5623)[Cardiff](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272) - [Brecon Beacons National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Wales.d6054302.Attraction) - [Principality Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.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) - [Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Celtic-Manor-Resort-Golf-Club-Cardiff.d6084251.Attraction) - [Utilita Arena Cardiff ](https://expedia.co.uk/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Attraction) - [Wye Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wye-Valley-United-Kingdom.d6349960.Attraction) - [Clifton Suspension Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Clifton-Suspension-Bridge-Bristol.d6084195.Attraction) - [Chepstow Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chepstow-Racecourse-Cardiff.d6171652.Attraction) - [Cardiff University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Attraction) - [Wales Millennium Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wales-Millennium-Centre-Butetown.d6084283.Attraction) - [Cardiff City Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-City-Stadium-Canton.d6249576.Attraction) - [Aztec West Business Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aztec-West-Business-Park-Bristol.d6249122.Attraction) - [Cardiff Bay Waterfront ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Waterfront-Butetown.d553248621533024341.Attraction) - [St. David's ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Davids-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084271.Attraction) - [Tintern Abbey ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tintern-Abbey-Cardiff.d6086409.Attraction) - [BikePark Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/BikePark-Wales-Aberdare.d553248621561939670.Attraction) - [Noah's Ark Zoo Farm ](https://expedia.co.uk/Noahs-Ark-Zoo-Farm-Bristol.d6079365.Attraction) - [Mendip Hills ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mendip-Hills-England.d553248621593965838.Attraction) - [The Grand Pier ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Grand-Pier-Weston-super-Mare.d6167053.Attraction) - [Bute Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bute-Park-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084233.Attraction) - [The Royal Mint Experience ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Royal-Mint-Experience-Llantrisant.d553248635934491391.Attraction) - [David Broome Event Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/David-Broome-Event-Centre-Portskewett.d553248635089756009.Attraction) - [Weston-super-Mare Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Beach-Weston-super-Mare.d743751689864609792.Attraction) - [Sophia Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sophia-Gardens-Pontcanna.d553248621555650969.Attraction) - [Barry Island Pleasure Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Pleasure-Park-Cardiff.d6086529.Attraction) - [Rhondda Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhondda-Valley-Wales.d6222428.Attraction) - [Caerphilly Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Caerphilly-Castle-Town-Centre.d6084235.Attraction)