Porthkerry Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 walkable area.

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 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 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.

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

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
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Other neighbourhoods around Porthkerry

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.

Riverside
You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

Llandaff
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Llandaff. You might want to make time for a stop at Llandaff Cathedral or Insole Court.

Butetown
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.

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

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.
- Principality Stadium
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff International Arena
- Cardiff City Stadium
- The Grand Pier
- Brean Theme Park
- Bute Park
- Porlock Weir Harbour
- New Theatre
- Llandaff Cathedral
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Sophia Gardens
- Minehead Beach