Risca 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 family-friendly 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.
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 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.
Activities
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Our pick of the best Risca Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Staff were lovely. Room very tired and dated.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Clean room good amenities staff v helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Lovely room, great bar and restaurant in a perfect location in Cardiff city centre. Friendly and professional staff.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Reception very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, but an extra chair in the room would be better, as it was a King room, not single.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Very nice to reception staff
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Worst hotel ever
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Risca
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.
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 National Museum Cardiff.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Gabalfa
Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Insole Court or Cardiff City Hall.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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