Caerau Travel Guide

Cardiff

Photo from within the Iron Age Hillfort at Caerau, Ely, Cardiff. The embanked southern perimeter is seen in front of the wooded slopes.
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View from the Iron Age fort, A4232, Cardiff, Wales
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St. Mary's, Caerau
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Cardiff Bay Sunset
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

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.

Principality Stadium
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

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 Bay
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

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 Castle
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

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.

Barry Island Beach
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

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.

Utilita Arena Cardiff
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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.

Cardiff University

Things to do

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

Rp2.063.451
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Rp2.017.596
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Rp293.469
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Rp2.017.596
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

Rp401.226
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff in a Day

Rp1.948.814
per adult
Cardiff in a Day
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Top hotels in Caerau

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,033 reviews)
Great location for rugby. Lovely staff.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is Rp1.925.601 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp1.925.601
Rp2.310.722 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,774 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.120.030 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
Rp2.120.030
Rp2.544.036 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,343 reviews)
Wonderful stay in a lovely bedroom. Not impressed with the cooked breakfast. Bacon overdone and tasteless. Everything else ok. xx

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is Rp1.245.097 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
Rp1.245.097
Rp1.494.117 total
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,584 reviews)
A great all round hotel

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is Rp1.358.577 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp1.358.577
Rp1.630.292 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Clean and well maintained. Great facilities. But overall a bit dated.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is Rp1.308.661 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.308.661
Rp1.570.394 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
Reception staff were excellent. Room good. Brown’s restaurant good. Hotel has it’s own car park.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Caerau

Where else would you be on an autumn Saturday. C'mon you Bluebirds!

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
Llandaff Cathedral featuring religious elements, heritage elements and interior views

Llandaff

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.

Llandaff
A bridge over the River Taff in Cardiff against a blue sky

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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Riverside

4/5(59 area reviews)

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.

Riverside
Beautiful flowers by the banks of the River Taff in Cardiff

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
Hollybush Estate Road - Coryton

Whitchurch

4/5(29 area reviews)

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.

Whitchurch

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