Atlantic Wharf Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Pembroke Castle.

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

AU$194
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking 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
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$26
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

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

AU$205
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
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 Atlantic Wharf Hotel Deals

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$150 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$150
21 Sept - 22 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 breakfast and the pool in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Business trips
"Used this hotel several times for business trips in and around Cardiff. Very reasonable for location and facilities. Leisure facilities are good and easy on site parking."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$122 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$122
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Good value for money
"Nice comfortable room, friendly staff, and a good buffet breakfast. It was difficult to find a space yo park at 6.30 pm in the hotel car park."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundable
The price is AU$183 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$183
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
Perfect service
"Prefect service, really nice breakfast, good size rooms and bathrooms, great staff. Can't wait to come back"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium

Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium

2 out of 5
Cardiff
The price is AU$1,490 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$1,490
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this residence in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located ...
Cardiff 3bed House-freeparking-15minwalktostadium
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$198 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$198
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! (1,300 reviews)
"Been staying here for decades. Property used to feel exclusive and high-end, with service unmatched even by American Ritz Carlton standards. In 2025, the resort has really gone towards the families, with children running throughout the resort, boisterous atmosphere at breakfast, and a feel of a mid-range ..."

Reviewed on 21 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! (2,578 reviews)
Excellent location
"Excellent location - opposite the castle - room was spotless and speedy check in and check out"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Atlantic Wharf

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

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.

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

Cardiff City Centre

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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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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Adamsdown

If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Cardiff International Arena or New Theatre.

Adamsdown
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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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