Butetown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture
Mermaid Quay featuring modern architecture, a square or plaza and a coastal town
Wales Millennium Centre showing street scenes, modern architecture and signage
Wales Millennium Centre featuring modern architecture and signage
Mermaid Quay showing a bridge as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

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
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
Mermaid Quay showing a marina, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Mermaid Quay

Relax in a waterfront bar or restaurant, view public art exhibits and go shopping at this popular Cardiff Bay destination.

Mermaid Quay
The Senedd

The Senedd

The Senedd is just one of the places to see in Cardiff, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

The Senedd
Techniquest

Techniquest

Want to find a way of keeping the kids entertained for hours, at the same time as perhaps learning something yourself? Want to find it in the heart of Cardiff Bay, just five minutes’ walk from the train station? If the answer is yes, head for Techniquest interactive science discovery centre on Stuart Street in Cardiff.

Techniquest

Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Cardiff Bay Waterfront. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Activities

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$25
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

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

AU$197
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Cardiff Bay: Highlights Private Guided Tour

Cardiff Bay: Highlights Private Guided Tour

AU$295
Per adult
Cardiff Bay: Highlights Private Guided Tour
Doctor Who Cardiff Walking Tour

Complete Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour

AU$325
Per adult
Complete Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

AU$197
Per adult
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan
Cardiff bay

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

AU$197
Per adult
Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided
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Our pick of the best Butetown Hotel Deals

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$138 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,505 reviews)
"Generally the staff were excellent in all areas, very cooperative."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Novotel Cardiff Centre
4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$133 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Convenient location. The room was comfortable and clean. Enjoyed the swimming pool. Breakfast was tasty (but a little over-priced). We would stay again."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Novotel Cardiff Centre
voco St David's Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
voco St David's Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
Havannah Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$208 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great facilities. Had lunch, dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. The food was amazing and great service. We had a treatment and used all the spa facilities. I had a massage with Hema and she was amazing! I would definately book in with Hema again. All the staff were so helpful and welcoming."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

voco St David's Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
ibis budget Cardiff Centre
ibis budget Cardiff Centre
2.5 out of 5
Tyndall Street, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$76 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$76
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (972 reviews)
"The hotel was close to the center, the room was clean, A bit strange with a large bed & a bunk bed especially with two adult males in one room, Also wasn't happy that you had to pay extra for a kettle,most places have them in the room, also no toilet brush in the bathroom."

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

ibis budget Cardiff Centre
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$105 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$105
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (976 reviews)
"Veery nice and quiet environment. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Oct. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel
The Coal Exchange Hotel
The Coal Exchange Hotel
3.5 out of 5
The Exchange Bld, Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$147 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (634 reviews)
Full of character
"Building with a lot of character and history. Very quiet so lacking a bit of atmosphere but service good."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

The Coal Exchange Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Butetown

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 Cardiff Market to Principality Stadium – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
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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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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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Adamsdown

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Capitol Shopping Centre or Cardiff International Arena.

Adamsdown
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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 Sophia Gardens are just a few notable stops.

Riverside

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