Adamsdown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Daria K

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

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

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.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

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.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

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
Cardiff University

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
Wales Millennium Centre showing street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Activities

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

AU$184
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Pembroke Castle.

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

AU$192
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$26
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

AU$203
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

AU$47
per adult
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Adamsdown Hotel Deals

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$137 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$137
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent service free upgrade for partners bday"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Tanes Hotel

Tanes Hotel

2 out of 5
148 Newport Road, Roath, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$129 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$129
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)
Lovely lady& gentleman fantastic room.
"Il start with the bad bit.i waz travelling on my own & was very tired & hot i had booked this hotel because it said it had free parking. After driving around in circles for 20/30 mins i tried to ring hotel no answer i tried about 20 times by now i was so upset and wanted to go home.i found a place ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Tanes Hotel
easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

3 out of 5
1-3 Fitzalan Place, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$78 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$78
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,232 reviews)
"Very polite and helpful staff . Will definitely stay here again ."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

easyHotel Cardiff
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$118 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$118
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,546 reviews)
"Perfect venue for Castle events. Clean and wonderful staff. Good value. Outside doesn’t look that inviting but once inside a lovely entrance hall. Rooms had good amenities and a good view of the castle."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Angel Hotel
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

4 out of 5
Dominions Arcade Queen Street, Glamorgan, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$164 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$164
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,432 reviews)
City Centre Gem
"Perfect location right in the city centre. Modern & clean with friendly staff. Unique layout due to the building it's in. NCP car park a couple of hundred metres away round the back, with generous discount scheme. Our only complaint was that the windows don't open at all. The A/C was efficient and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$199 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$199
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,293 reviews)
"This is a gem of a place! Thoroughly enjoyed the stay and the experience. Great staff who are welcoming! Definitely coming back again!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Adamsdown

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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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Roath

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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

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
Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza 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
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Atlantic Wharf

While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principality Stadium and Wales Millennium Centre.

Atlantic Wharf
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

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

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