Llanwern Travel Guide
Cardiff
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 walkable 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.

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.

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 Llanwern

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Lovely stay and location and an absolutely lovely great fast choice.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
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Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Lovely room, great shower. More tea bags would be nice!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

The Angel Hotel
The room was very dated and basic . Buffet breakfast excellent. Asked at reception about parking and was directed to an ncp about 200 yards away which charged £32.00 for 24 hours ! Instead I Parked on Cathedral Rd about half a mile away for free and had a pleasant walk through a park to the ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Everything was lovely , only issue was screaming kids in the swimming pool Saturday afternoon
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Clayton Hotel Bristol City
The room and lication was excllent.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Llanwern

Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.

Caldicot
You'll enjoy the churches and gardens in Caldicot. You might want to make time for a stop at Caldicot Castle and Country Park or Caldicot Leisure Centre.

Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.

Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.







