Penylan 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
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
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
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

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$185
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

AU$181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

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

AU$206
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour

AU$298
per traveller
Cardiff: Doctor Who Walking Tour
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

AU$51
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
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Our pick of the best Penylan Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$111 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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! (2,329 reviews)
"A faded beauty that offers good value and a great location. The staff were very helpful in accommodating my requests. My room overlooked busy Queen St and was noisy but I was warned of this and was given the option to switch but I did have a strained view of the castle which was a trade off. The ..."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$196 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$196
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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! (1,673 reviews)
"The Parkgate is the perfect place to get away from the world. The service is topnotch and the staff are always incredible and will always welcome you with a warm smile. The room service was aldo great and nothing was too much trouble. We had stayed in the Tower Suite and as always it was stunning, ..."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$98 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
Amazing staff :-)
"This hotel has recently switched brands and there are (as to be expected) a couple of minor teething problems with systems. However the staff were brilliant at adjusting and managing these changes and I felt went above and beyond. Thank you! The rooms remain very comfortable. The hotel is in a great ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
3.5 out of 5
Gordano Motorway Service Area M5 J19, Portbury, Bristol, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$94 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$94
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Stayed for one night. Ordered food which took extremely long as only one chef. The coleslaw had gone off and had a very pungent smell. Room was clean and bed was very comfy"

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$219 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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! (1,278 reviews)
"Just stayed on the resort..."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4 out of 5
Dominions Arcade Queen Street, Glamorgan, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$157 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,316 reviews)
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay perfect location and a great breakfast!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Penylan

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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
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Cathays

Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Cathays
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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 Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena.

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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Heath

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Llandaff Cathedral and Cardiff Golf Club.

Heath
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

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