Adamsdown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Daria K

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 top-notch restaurants 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

MB V Class

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

AU$1,159
per adult
CO2-Offset|Cardiff by yourself with private driver 4/8hr disposal
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Cliffs, Beaches And Castles Of South Wales

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

AU$186
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$26
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

AU$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

AU$196
per adult
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
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Our pick of the best Adamsdown Hotel Deals

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$133 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$133
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great view"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Tanes Hotel

Tanes Hotel

2 out of 5
148 Newport Road, Roath, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$132 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$132
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (504 reviews)
Lovey stylish hotel
"Lovely hotel with very friendly staff who created us. My only issue was the beds were a bit creaky and noisy."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Tanes Hotel
easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

3 out of 5
1-3 Fitzalan Place, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$79 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$79
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,229 reviews)
Value for money
"The room was very clean, only it was impossible to open the window to let some air in. There was no bed site table and so we had to keep our belongings on the floor. The room was very small. The reception service was very good and friendly, they answered our requests.. the location of the hotel is ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

easyHotel Cardiff
Student Only The West Wing

Student Only The West Wing

2 out of 5
Glossop Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$219 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$219
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Perfect overnight for students, everything was clean and spacious and check in was easy, for a very reasonable price. Would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Student Only The West Wing
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$219 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$219
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,304 reviews)
Catch up with a friend
"Thoroughly enjoyed catching up with a friend the food couldn’t be faulted. Very comfortable beds. The carpets need attention also bathrooms need a deep clean and dust the occasional table between the arm chairs in the bedroom."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
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! (2,575 reviews)
Beautiful business stay
"Great business stay, shame about the lack of parking. I got stung at the nearby nationaly managed car park. Nonetheless an excellent check in and comfortable stay. Thank you"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

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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 Cardiff International Arena and New Theatre.

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 which includes a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(36 area reviews)

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

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

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff Market – 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 Wales Millennium Centre and Cardiff International Arena.

Atlantic Wharf
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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