Popular places to visit
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.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
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.
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 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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Activities
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Our pick of the best Roath Hotel Deals
Crofts Hotel
Room was clean and well presented. Staff were extremely helpful and pleasant. On street parking is difficult but they allowed us to park in the rear yard. We didn’t have breakfast but it smelt good. Beds were comfy if a bit too soft but that’s personal preference. Would have been nice if people staying ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Angel Hotel
Beautiful foyers into hotel and grand staircase. Does look shabby in places but is an old building. Friendly welcome- we checked in late in the evening due to delayed trains but we received a warm welcome. Room was very hot couldn't open windows but luckily had a fan (which helped to cool the room ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Fantastic
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean room very spacious
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
The hotel was convenient, i stayed on the 12th floor and it was very quiet, so a good sleep. Convenient for central Cardiff, all walkable. Ideal for a one night business stay.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
A 2 minute walk from Cardiff Central. Comfy bed and decent breakfast in the morning.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Roath
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 National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.
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.
Penylan
Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or New Theatre.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Cardiff International Arena – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Cardiff Castle – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff International Arena and St. David's.
