Newbridge 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.
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.
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.
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
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Newbridge
The Parkgate Hotel
Excellent staff, refrigerators in the rooms would be nice, clean rooms and no laundry service. Breakfast was good too.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Angel Hotel
Lovely building and friendly staff ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
The staff were absolutely first class.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Ac not working very warm in the room. Breakfast good but some parts not hot enough. Very noisy in the breakfast area. Think it’s as there are no contra in the tables. Clearing away and generally noisy.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newbridge
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Arts Centre.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Cardiff Golf Club while you're in the area.
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.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Caerphilly Mountain.
