Pontcanna 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

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
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$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 Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$26
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat 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 Pontcanna Hotel Deals

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$168 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay for two nights when visiting Cardiff to watch the rugby with family. We had two apartments; they were brilliantly located, extremely functional and clean - which is exactly what we needed them to be. Luxury apartments they are not - and the price was very high because ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Lincoln House Hotel
Lincoln House Hotel
3 out of 5
118-120, Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$225 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (634 reviews)
"Highly recommend. Convenient to Cardiff castle. You can walk anywhere you want to go. Nice parking area. Breakfast was amazing."

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Lincoln House Hotel
Elgano Hotel
Elgano Hotel
3.5 out of 5
58 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$142 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle ...
8/10 Very Good! (152 reviews)
"Great owners and staff"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Elgano Hotel
3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
3 out of 5
189 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$123 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (79 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and very very helpful, there as soon as we got there to welcome us, very friendly, and helped us out the day of going home with given us more time, very nice stay, will defo use again x"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
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
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Other neighbourhoods around 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, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

Riverside
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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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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
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
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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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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