South Glamorgan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Glamorgan
Where to stay in South Glamorgan
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.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
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.
The Parkgate Hotel
Totally recommend, wish we could have stayed longer, the most perfect location to the city everywhere in walking distance yet the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Exceptionally clean. Our room was facing the front yet never bothered by noise of traffic or people. Would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Angel Hotel
The breakfast was awful, never a full choice of food, you waited for 2 or 3 items by which time the other item were gone. The staff that we spoke to were very nice and helpful
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
It was excellent
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Park Lane Aparthotel
Great location and competitive pricing for when rugby events are on in the city.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Great location, good value for money, modern and clean. Only issue is the parking, expensive and a bit of a headache but got by
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Quayside by Urban Space
I had an excellent 4 night stay here. A well-equipped apartment, very quiet (important to me) and convenient. The employees were very helpful also. If I had to mention one thing, only small and not a complaint as such, but please provide a washing-up bowl or plug for the sink. If someone doesn't ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
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