Roath Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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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
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Cardiff Bay

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
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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
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Barry Island Beach

3/5(2 reviews)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
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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.

Cardiff University
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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

Activities

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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
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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
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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!
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Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

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

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

AU$277
Per adult
Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Roath Hotel Deals

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$192 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$192
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
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$194 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$194
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Overall a lovely stay, the room was lovely and food was excellent"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$144 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$144
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,482 reviews)
Good hotel
"The hotel was great"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice staff and property had been kept up to date. We had the room facing the bars. We happened to be in a long holiday weekend so every night there was a patty on the street until 3:00 am."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$175 per night from 29 May to 30 May
AU$175
per night
29 May - 30 May
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Roath

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Cathays

Cathays is well liked for its museums. 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.

Cathays
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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.

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Penylan

Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Roath Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penylan
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Cardiff City Centre

4/5(36 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cardiff City Centre
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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
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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

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