Atlantic Wharf Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

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

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 walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

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
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

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
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

4/5(8 reviews)

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$27
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
From Cardiff: Cliffs, Beaches And Castles Of South Wales

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

AU$182
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

AU$48
per adult
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour
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Our pick of the best Atlantic Wharf Hotel Deals

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$141 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$141
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 breakfast and the pool in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice and located very close to castle and city centre. Room was big enough. The area around the hotel wasn't very nice and I didn’t felt 100% safe when walking around. Parking is also very expensive, we decided to leave the car somewhere else. Parking should be cheaper for guests."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$121 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$121
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Enjoyed Wales
"Breakfast was amazing. So well looked after. Room was okay, but it was so so hot with very little air conditioning. Should have asked for a fan."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundable
The price is AU$181 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$181
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
"The hotel is located in a quiet residential area on a waterfront. It was between Cardiff Bay (15-20 minute walk) and city centre (15 minute walk). The kitchenette was adequate to prepare/cook a simple meal. The breakfast was good with a range of food, including a cooked breakfast. We thought it was ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium

Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium

2 out of 5
Cardiff
The price is AU$1,505 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$1,505
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this residence in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located ...
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
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! (2,549 reviews)
Could be amazing - few niggles
"Lovely hotel, a little faded and no longer as luxurious as it clearly once was. Sadly the bed was far too soft for me, so i lay on the divet on the floor. Had to prop a window open to getvsome air in. Very good breakfast. Slightly overenthusiadtic staff cleared my plate before i finished my laet ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

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The Angel Hotel
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 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$137
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent service free upgrade for partners bday"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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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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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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
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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

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