Adamsdown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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
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
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 relaxing 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 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

MB V Class

CO2-Offset|Cardiff by yourself with private driver 4/8hr disposal

AU$1,111
per adult
CO2-Offset|Cardiff by yourself with private driver 4/8hr disposal
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

AU$175
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Cardiff bay

Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided

AU$198
per adult
Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

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

AU$198
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

AU$198
per adult
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

AU$159
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
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Our pick of the best Adamsdown Hotel Deals

easyHotel Cardiff
easyHotel Cardiff
3 out of 5
1-3 Fitzalan Place, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$75 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, bicycle rentals on site, and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,422 reviews)
"Rooms too warm sealed windows"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

easyHotel Cardiff
Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa
Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$154 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (1,003 reviews)
"It was well placed for walking into city centre. Restaurant was only average. It was annoying to have to pay £10 to use pool as on the first day, we only had time for a 40 minute stay in the pool area. Staff were all lovely."

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa
Tanes Hotel
Tanes Hotel
2 out of 5
148 Newport Road, Roath, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$117 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (436 reviews)
Super friendly
"Location was fantastic 28 minute walk to the Millennium\Principality Stadium, 20 min walk to Queen street center of town. Tony was super friendly on arrival. 6am check out was seamless just leave your key on the desk. The bus stop is literally outside the door which is 8 mins or 3 stops into city ..."

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

Tanes Hotel
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$111 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (2,231 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a very good location"

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$189 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,666 reviews)
Great stay
"Great location and lovely room - staff were very friendly and helpful and made for a fantastic stay"

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$211 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (1,254 reviews)
Nice, but off my bucket list now.
"I have completed this review twice now ! Overall a pleasant experience, though the hidden costs of car parking, small portions of food and an automatic gratuity charge, was disappointing."

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Adamsdown

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Splott

Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principality Stadium and Cardiff International Arena.

Splott
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Roath

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(36 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cardiff City Centre
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

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.

Castle Quarter
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Atlantic Wharf

While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principality Stadium and Wales Millennium Centre.

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

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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