Penylan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
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.
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.
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Activities
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Penylan Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Absolutely spot on
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Very friendly staff. Lovely comfortable clean room. Great cocktails in the bar and fantastic food at Browns restaurant in the hotel. Location couldn't be better so all in all a fab place to stay in Cardiff city centre. We are planning to return.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room was clean, temperature of room was good and the shower was nice and hot
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Room was nice
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
The staff are so nice at the Doubletree Cadbury whereas the actual hotel rooms are a bit small and tired. It’s good value for money though and we enjoyed using the pool.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penylan
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.
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.
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.
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.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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