Riverside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Principality Stadium

4/5(6 reviews)

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
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Cardiff Bay

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
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Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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
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Barry Island Beach

3/5(2 reviews)

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
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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
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Cardiff International Arena

3/5(1 review)

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 International Arena

Activities

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From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

AU$191
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
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Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

AU$1,222
Per adult
Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay
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Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!

AU$1,337
Per adult
Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!
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Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

AU$277
Per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour
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From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

AU$65
Per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
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Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour

AU$277
Per adult
Cardiff: Half-Day City Walking Tour
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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$108 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
AU$108
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this B&B in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
an unexpected stay
"First the bad bits-its past history as an hostel clearly shows, especially when you notice staff only inhabit the property, thrice daily before leaving, causing mess to linger for upto six hours. As a matter of fact, the owners are only seen during breakfast for a short period, which can be frustrating ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

The Riverhouse
Austins Self Service Guest House
Austins Self Service Guest House
3 out of 5
11 Coldstream Terrace, City Centre, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$119 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$119
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (275 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2024

Austins Self Service Guest House
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$194 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$194
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,242 reviews)
Superb
"Just amazing"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$125 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$125
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,280 reviews)
2 twin rooms
"Rooms were large, beds were comfortable. One room was great, the other had no electricity apart from the kettle."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$213 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$213
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
5 star
"We love coming to Celtic Manor this is our favourite place as we got married at the lodge there back in 2010 . We normally book through the main website but as times are hard we looked at an alternate site which was exactly the same as the main site saving us £80 . We always enjoy our time at Celtic ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$140 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
AU$140
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,491 reviews)
"Easy walking distance to bars and restaurants in Cardiff Bay. All staff were friendly and helpful. The only negative was the hand soap in the en suite bathroom. It smelled so disgusting, I had to wash my hands again with my own toiletries."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2024

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

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Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
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Cardiff City Centre

4/5(36 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – 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 are some highlights of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Sophia Gardens or 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
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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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