South Glamorgan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit South Glamorgan
Where to stay in South Glamorgan

Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

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.

Grangetown
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.

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

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 New Theatre.

The Angel Hotel
Room was clean and warm friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Door handle loose
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean comfortable room. Staff very friendly. Breakfast in Browns was fab too!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
I very rarely write reviews. I was in cardiff for work. It was a lovely studio. Nice clean room, TV, wifi, hotshower. Stone throw from town but nice quiet road. I wasn't driving so can't comment on parking. Instruction was sent via email but I received a phone call prior too. Very easy ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Student Only The West Wing
Perfect overnight for students, everything was clean and spacious and check in was easy, for a very reasonable price. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
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 family-friendly 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.

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.

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

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour





