Oakdale Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

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 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

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

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

Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Oakdale 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

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Excellent service
Reviewed on 11 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

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Great location, friendly staff. Breakfast and check out times allow you to relax and unwind. Meal in restaurant was excellent too.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Fit for purpose.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Lovely hotel , great facilities
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakdale

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

Pillgwenlly
Pillgwenlly might not have many top sights, but Newport Docks and Newport Transporter Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 The Gate Arts and Community Centre.
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.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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









