Caerau Travel Guide
Cardiff
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 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.
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
Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Top hotels in Caerau
The Parkgate Hotel
Great hotel, room was set up as required for a one night family stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Excellent hotel. Good clean accommodation. Breakfast was good quality. Ideal central location.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Angel Hotel
The staff was very pleasant. The Angel could do with a bit of updating and a lick of paint. Our room was clean very old fashioned and a bit tatty in places. The place smelt a bit musty at times. Breakfast was lovely.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Unfortunately, this was an extremely poor check-in experience. The two staff members we dealt with were unhelpful and dismissive, and they did not take the time to properly listen to either myself or my colleague. The interaction became uncomfortable, as their tone and approach came across as unnecessarily ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Coal Exchange Hotel
Lovely
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Caerau
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
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.
