Lisvane Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Cefn Onn Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cefn Onn Country Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff. Discover the top-notch restaurants 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 relaxing area.
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.
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.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Top hotels in Lisvane
The Angel Hotel
Clean room,friendly,helpful staff close to Castle & shops
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Fantastic service as soon as we arrived. Room was beautiful, well equipped with Toiletries and coffees and tea. Breakfast was beautiful
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Don’t be put off by the building work going on around the bay. This hotel is a fab base for city and bay exploring . Free parking . Staff couldn’t have been any more helpful . Spacious and clean rooms
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
The conference was well organised and the service couldn't have been better. I was disappointed you charged extra for a mint tea after paying for an adfitional breakfast.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
The hotel is modern and very clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. However the rooms are tiny and feel like you’re in a box. The beds are small and uncomfortable and any noise at all travels between rooms meanings very poor sleep. On a more positive the location is fantastic.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
The person that checked us in was very welcoming, we were given a bottle of wine as we chose the eco option due to staying two nights. The foyer, lifts and corridor to our room were clean, clutter free and well decorated. Our room was spacious, clean and very welcoming, the bed was comfortable as ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lisvane
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.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
