Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cardiff City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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 International Arena
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.
Bute Park
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.
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.
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 great live music or seek out its local tours.
Activities
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Our pick of the best Cardiff City Centre Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
The Parkgate Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Park Plaza Cardiff
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff Market – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Butetown
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.
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 Wales Millennium Centre and Cardiff International Arena.
Riverside
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 Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.
Adamsdown
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 Cardiff International Arena or New Theatre.
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.
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