Riverside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

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
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
Cardiff University

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
Wales Millennium Centre showing street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Activities

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$26
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Pembroke Castle.

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

AU$194
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

AU$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

AU$196
per adult
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Front entrance

Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery

AU$52
per adult
Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery
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Our pick of the best Riverside Hotel Deals

The Riverhouse

The Riverhouse

2 out of 5
59 FITZHAMON EMBANKMENT, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$99 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$99
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ...
The Riverhouse
WiseStay

WiseStay

3 out of 5
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$113 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$113
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (201 reviews)
"The WiseStays in Cardiff is a brilliant location. Walkable to the town centre and castle. It's also only a 25 mins walk to Cardiff Bay. So if you want to be in heart of town, this is the place. Also the street parking isn't too bad. I was able to find parking every time I needed to but it's not guaranteed. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

WiseStay
Austins Self Service Guest House

Austins Self Service Guest House

3 out of 5
11 Coldstream Terrace, City Centre, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
Well run budget guest house near city
"Great guest house if you're on a budget. Certainly no frills, all self service but clean and well run place. V near city centre also"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

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Austins Self Service Guest House
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$193 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$193
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,304 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel in amazing grounds. Will definitely come again"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$421 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$421
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
The Angel Hotel
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$142 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$142
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Room was ok the tv was very limited on what you could watch the room I had before had smart tv which was nicer I do stay at this hotel quite a lot as I enjoy the spa"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

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.

Castle Quarter
Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(36 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff International Arena – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cardiff City Centre
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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.

Grangetown
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Pontcanna

5/5(7 area reviews)

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

Pontcanna
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Canton

Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Canton
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Butetown

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Butetown

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