Rumney 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.
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.
Activities
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Rumney Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Staff were all lovely and hotel is the perfect location, right next to Cardiff castle
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Great staff great food
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Room was spacious and clean. Parking was good
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
Great hotel, room was comfortable and clean. Food is excellent if a little pricey. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Staff on reception were very professional and helpful. Only reason not 5 star was the lift was faulty and meant people had to walk up to the first floor to use the lift. I used to come here a lot in the 2010's and it hasn't really changed since then (that can be a good and bad thing I suppose). Rooms ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Comfortable and clean room.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rumney
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
