Castle Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Castle Quarter
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.
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.
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 entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.
Capitol Shopping Centre
Cardiff’s Capitol Shopping Centre stands in Queen’s Street in the Welsh capital and provides an enticing range of shops, restaurants and leisure outlets, together with a multiplex cinema and parking.
St. John the Baptist Church
After visiting St. John the Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Activities
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Our pick of the best Castle Quarter Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
This was our second stay at the angel hotel, both stays were great,The room was lovely and the bed was super comfy. The staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Lovely room, spotlessly clean. Excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Great location
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
staff was lovery and helpful . the food was good both evening meal and breakfast
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Room was lovely, great loaction, really helpful staff
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The Parkgate Hotel
Can't fault a thing, room was very clean. Breakfast quality was excellent. Would recommend. There is 24hr parking nearby.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Castle Quarter
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, 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 Cardiff Bay Water Feature might round out your trip.
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.
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 Utilita Arena Cardiff.
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.
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 Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
