Caerleon Travel Guide

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Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!
Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!
Imagine standing here nearly 2000 years ago, preparing to enter a stadium filled with 6000 spectators! Maybe you were parading after a successful military campaign, or perhaps you were here to fight for your life in gladiatorial combat. Either way, it was a big moment in your life!
Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!
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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
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.

Cardiff Bay

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

Cardiff Bay
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
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

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
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

Utilita Arena Cardiff

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.

Utilita Arena Cardiff
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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

Activities

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
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

AU$161
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
Afternoon Distillery Tour in Newport

Afternoon Distillery Tour in Newport

AU$35
per adult
Afternoon Distillery Tour in Newport
Guided Distillery Tour in South Wales

Guided Distillery Tour in South Wales

AU$36
per adult
Guided Distillery Tour in South Wales
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

AU$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

AU$168
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Caerleon Hotel Deals

Clayton Hotel Bristol City

Clayton Hotel Bristol City

4 out of 5
Broad Street Bristol England
The price is AU$165 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$165
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,225 reviews)
Peaceful as pedestrianised area

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Clayton Hotel Bristol City
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$188 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$188
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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! (3,010 reviews)
Bathroom was like a sauna. Could not turn the heat down had a poor night's sleep. Following day we requested

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

The Angel Hotel
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel

Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel

4 out of 5
College Green Bristol England
The price is AU$186 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$186
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,240 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Mollie's Motel & Diner

Mollie's Motel & Diner

3.5 out of 5
Cribbs Causeway Bristol England
The price is AU$133 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$133
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,197 reviews)
Mollie's is wonderful! Great staff, comfy rooms, everything you need and given it's so close to the motorway, SILENT rooms. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Mollie's Motel & Diner
The Bristol Hotel

The Bristol Hotel

4 out of 5
Prince Street Bristol England
The price is AU$162 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$162
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,034 reviews)
Everything was great except for the coffee machine. It justcrushed the pods.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

The Bristol Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport

3.5 out of 5
Bristol Airport Bristol England
The price is AU$218 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$218
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,594 reviews)
The bed was extremely hard so hardly slept . Which rather wasted the benefit of staying there before an earlyish flight . They must have changed the beds as we have stayed a few times before and don’t recall this issue

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Caerleon

The coolest "bridge" I have ever "driven" across! Drive aboard and take flight over the River Usk in this 110 year old engineering marvel. Only six of these historic bridges remain in operation, and the Newport Bridge is the longest with a 196m span (645ft). A modern highway bridge passes nearby, so these days the bridge operates as a novelty. Show up on either side, and the operator will come pick you up! You can also climb the steps and walk across the 54m

Pillgwenlly

Pillgwenlly might not have many top sights, but Newport Docks and Newport Transporter Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pillgwenlly
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Penylan

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

Penylan
University Hospital of Wales gardens

Heath

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

Heath
CARDIFF, WALES - AUG 10 : Lighthouse in Roath Park commemorating Captain Scotts ill-fated voyage to the Antartic in Cardiff on august 2019

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 Castle in Spring. The daffodils, the national emblem of Wales bloom in Sophia Gardens and border the castle walls creating a very Welsh landscape

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 Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.

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 Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.

Splott

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