Darran Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
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Photo by nantcoly (CC BY-SA)
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Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)
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Photo by Jonathan Billinger (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Darran Valley" by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

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

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 walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

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
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

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
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

4/5(8 reviews)

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 Market

The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour

AU$42
per traveller
The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

AU$36
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$27
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

AU$303
per traveller
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

AU$167
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

AU$188
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
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Our pick of the best Darran Valley Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$401 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$401
15 July - 16 July
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,480 reviews)
"Perfect location for events at the Principality Stadium"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$215 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$215
22 July - 23 July
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! (1,300 reviews)
"Great family stay ! Excellent food options and spa facilities great"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$203 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$203
13 July - 14 July
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 breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,714 reviews)
Very comfortable hotel
"lovely hotel, very friendly and helpful Staff outstanding room"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$92 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$92
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,031 reviews)
"Nice, comfortable and extremely convenient hotel close to the train station."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$172 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$172
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great gluten free options
"We stayed here for a night for our anniversary. The pool and gym were great and one of the reasons we booked. The room was nice and modern with plenty of space. It wasn't that clear on the website menu whether there were gluten free options at breakfast, so we were delighted when the options were ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Park Plaza Cardiff
Village Hotel Cardiff
Village Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$156 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$156
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great place!
"Stayed at hotel with Working in Area. Really nice facilities and amazing staff"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Darran Valley

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Rogerstone

When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to Tredegar House and St Mellons Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Rogerstone
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Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
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Photo by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA)

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.

Whitchurch
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Caerleon

4/5(1 area review)

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.

Caerleon
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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 Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

Gabalfa
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Penylan

Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Penylan

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