Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Image for Principality Stadium

Principality Stadium

4/5(6 reviews)

Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.

Principality Stadium
Image for Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(28 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

Cardiff Castle
Image for Cardiff International Arena

Cardiff International Arena

3/5(1 review)

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.

Cardiff International Arena
Image for Bute Park

Bute Park

4/5(1 review)

Take a calming stroll through Cardiff’s Bute Park. Follow the trails, explore the remains of a medieval friary and admire the horticulture and wildlife.

Bute Park
Image for Cardiff Market

Cardiff Market

Since replacing a jail in the late 1800s, this majestic indoor marketplace has been at the heart of the city’s mercantile trade.

Cardiff Market
Image for St. David's

St. David's

During your visit to Cardiff, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. David's. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

St. David's

Activities

Image for From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

AU$191
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Image for Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

AU$1,222
Per adult
Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay
Image for Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!

Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!

AU$1,337
Per adult
Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!
Image for Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

AU$277
Per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour
Image for From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

AU$65
Per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Image for Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour

AU$277
Per adult
Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour
See all activities in Cardiff

Our pick of the best Cardiff City Centre Hotel Deals

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$112 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$112
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great for one Night
"Excellent location rooms need a lot of TLC."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$126 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$126
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,185 reviews)
beautiful Building
"Location and staff excellent. Room was a little dated with marks on walls and stains on carpet. Headboard needs replaced because the leather worn away to the material bath panel would need replaced because it’s started to rot away But again great staff /location and a Beautiful building Would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$196 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$196
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,168 reviews)
Huge &quiet top floor room, centrally located
"My room was surprisingly big, huge bathroom, very quiet and clean, had a very comfortable night of sleep there. Both the environment of the hotel and the decor of the room are stylish. But the breakfast was not as good as expected. Especially the quality of coffee and the lack of variety of not so ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$172 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$172
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Maintenance tried to adjust the cooling in the air conditioning system but did not have sufficient cooling I had to put the system on 10 (C) with a high fan. This may have been a problem if the weather was hot. I believe we were in Room 1016 - deluxe bedroom"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$163 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$163
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly helpful. Well situated and convenient."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Park Plaza Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$144 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$144
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Great overnight stay Location is perfect Staff at front desk very friendly and helpful kept case b4 we were able to check in and on check out Breakfast good staff helpful"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
See all 1,802 properties in Cardiff City Centre
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre

Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Butetown

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

Butetown
Default Image

Riverside

4/5(1 area review)

You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Sophia Gardens are just a few notable stops.

Riverside
Default Image

Adamsdown

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena.

Adamsdown
Default Image

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.

Grangetown
Default Image

Splott

Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principality Stadium and Cardiff International Arena.

Splott

Search cars