Riverside Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 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 modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(190 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
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

4/5(76 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 Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(251 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
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

4/5(44 reviews)

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 which includes modern architecture, street scenes and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4.5/5(210 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

Things to do

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

Rp2.016.469
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

Rp1.009.133
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

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

Rp2.096.932
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
From Cardiff: Gower Peninsula, Finest Cliffs of South Wales

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour

Rp2.006.633
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Rp287.042
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Looking over the edge at Uphill Quarry

The Big One 150ft Abseiling Experience

Rp1.120.261
per adult
The Big One 150ft Abseiling Experience
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Top hotels in Riverside

WiseStay

WiseStay

3 out of 5
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp844.819 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp844.819
Rp1.013.783 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)
"It was a very wise move to stay there"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

WiseStay
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,662 reviews)
"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

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The Angel Hotel
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.436.255 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp1.436.255
Rp1.723.506 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The rooms are a bit dated, and rough around the edges, but comfortable and clean. Good valie. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The location is good, just a short walk to the city. Car park was expensive, and cheaper options available, if more organised than me. Overall a lovely stay and ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is Rp2.104.934 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp2.104.934
Rp2.525.921 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,322 reviews)
"Fantastic"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.466.400 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.466.400
Rp1.759.680 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,079 reviews)
"Clean room very spacious"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp930.886 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp930.886
Rp1.117.063 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,081 reviews)
"A 2 minute walk from Cardiff Central. Comfy bed and decent breakfast in the morning."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

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

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.

Castle Quarter
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(888 area reviews)

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.

Cardiff City Centre
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Grangetown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Grangetown
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Pontcanna

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

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

Pontcanna
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Canton

5/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Canton
Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Butetown

4/5(275 area reviews)

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.

Butetown

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