Fairwater Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
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
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
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
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

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

AU$173
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

AU$95
per adult
Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff
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
Leather workshops, Private classes

Leather workshops, Private classes

AU$373
per adult
Leather workshops, Private classes
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$25
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff Bay Quest: Self Guided Walk & Immersive Treasure Hunt

Cardiff Bay Quest: Self Guided Walk & Immersive Treasure Hunt

AU$49
per traveller
Cardiff Bay Quest: Self Guided Walk & Immersive Treasure Hunt
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Our pick of the best Fairwater Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$108 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$108
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (2,155 reviews)
"Was great value for money, we took our dog and were in a room at the end of the corridor, great for other guests to avoid any problems. Breakfast provided a perfect start to our days. Will be back!!"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$199 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (1,524 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with unique rooms for the city centre. Staff are helpful and welcoming. Perfect for a city getaway."

Reviewed on 1 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$214 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 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! (1,228 reviews)
Weekend retreat @ The Manor
"It was a most enjoyable experience. Would come again"

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$97 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Stayed for Trivium/Bullet gig
"Stayed here with 2 friends had the 007 room it was spacious very clean and the beds were very comfortable would definitely stay here again. Was right next to the Wetherspoons pub and 7 mins walk from the Utilita venue"

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$142 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"It was nice and local to everything. Lovely food."

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$142 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very good hotel and perfect location. Only issue we had is shower water pressure wasn’t amazing and the air conditioning didn’t work"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairwater

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Llandaff

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Llandaff. You might want to make time for a stop at Llandaff Cathedral or Insole Court.

Llandaff
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Whitchurch

Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Whitchurch
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Canton

Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Canton
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Pontcanna

5/5(7 area reviews)

Bars, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Sophia Gardens or Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

Pontcanna
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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, Sophia Gardens and Bute Park are just a few notable stops.

Riverside
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Rhiwbina

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Heath Park while you're in the area.

Rhiwbina

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