Porthkerry Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

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.

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

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 Bay
Barry Island Beach

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.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

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 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

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

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

AU$91
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$26
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

AU$191
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

AU$183
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour

AU$187
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Three Castles & Mountains Day Tour

Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

AU$183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Porthkerry Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
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! (2,662 reviews)
"Beautiful foyers into hotel and grand staircase. Does look shabby in places but is an old building. Friendly welcome- we checked in late in the evening due to delayed trains but we received a warm welcome. Room was very hot couldn't open windows but luckily had a fan (which helped to cool the room ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$160 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$160
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The rooms are a bit dated, and rough around the edges, but comfortable and clean. Good valie. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The location is good, just a short walk to the city. Car park was expensive, and cheaper options available, if more organised than me. Overall a lovely stay and ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$163
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,079 reviews)
"Clean room very spacious"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Cardiff Marriott 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$104 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$104
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,081 reviews)
"A 2 minute walk from Cardiff Central. Comfy bed and decent breakfast in the morning."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$155
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel Breakfast wasn’t good today but has been in the past"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Village Hotel Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$155
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,527 reviews)
"Accomodations were good and staff friendly and helpful. The steak house across the street, Miller & Carter Cardiff Bay, was excellent. First realy good, really outstanding steak I have had in Europe. It was difficult to find the hotel but after that all was good"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Porthkerry

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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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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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Riverside

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Riverside
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Llandaff

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.

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

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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Pontcanna

5/5(7 area reviews)

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

Pontcanna

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