Grangetown Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Cardiff International Sports Village
Enjoy a stop at Cardiff International Sports Village, an entertaining place to visit in Cardiff. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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 walkable 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.
Things to do

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided
Top hotels in Grangetown

The Angel Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grangetown

Butetown
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

Riverside
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.

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.

Cardiff City Centre
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.

Atlantic Wharf
While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principality Stadium and Wales Millennium Centre.

Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.