Risca Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 reviews)

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
Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(190 reviews)

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 Bay
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

4/5(76 reviews)

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

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(251 reviews)

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
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

4/5(44 reviews)

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
Wales Millennium Centre which includes modern architecture, street scenes and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4.5/5(210 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Things to do

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Rp375.329
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Rp282.601
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

Rp1.987.037
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Pembroke Castle.

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Rp2.075.350
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

Rp1.987.037
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Rp1.766.255
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
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Top hotels in Risca

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,438 reviews)
"Is a nice hotel near the best area in Cardiff."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp859.295 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp859.295
Rp1.031.154 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Excellent check in, friendly staff. Clean room, good shower"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.893.206 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
Rp1.893.206
Rp2.271.847 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,707 reviews)
"Lovely hotel."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.205.677 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
Rp2.205.677
Rp2.646.812 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,298 reviews)
"Beautiful location and very family friendly. Wonderful dining options."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.379.467 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp1.379.467
Rp1.655.361 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,507 reviews)
"Rooms were comfortable for the stay. Parking was free"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
Meridian Gate, Bute Terrace, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.455.747 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp1.455.747
Rp1.746.896 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location near public transportation"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Risca

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Pillgwenlly

While visiting Pillgwenlly, you might make a stop by sights like Newport Docks and Riverfront.

Pillgwenlly
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Caerleon

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.

Caerleon
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Penylan

Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Penylan
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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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Gabalfa

Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

Gabalfa
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Roath

4/5(10 area reviews)

Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath

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