Atlantic Wharf Travel Guide
Cardiff
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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 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.
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Top hotels in Atlantic Wharf
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Staff at reception were very polite and helpful. Rooms were a decent size with everything you needed and very clean. The negative is the pool which wasn't warm and the sauna and steam rooms were very small however, for the price you pay I would definitely return. Another negative is you cannot pay ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
The housekeeping team has been very unsatisfactory. It took them about three days to evacuate the garbage from my room, despite several reminders.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Friendly helpful staff, quick check in, spacious clean room and great breakfast. Will book again
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Angel Hotel
Friendly staff, nice room, close to amenities.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Early check in accommodated
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room was clean, temperature of room was good and the shower was nice and hot
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Atlantic Wharf
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.
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 Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
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.
