St. Fagans Travel Guide
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Visit St. Fagans
Popular places to visit

St. Fagans National Museum of History
See buildings from different historical periods and learn about Welsh history when you explore the vast grounds of a 16th-century house.

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

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

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Top hotels in St. Fagans

The Angel Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around St. Fagans
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.

Gabalfa
Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

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

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.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Llandaff Cathedral and Principality Stadium.

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 Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.