Saint Athan Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Photo by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Saint Athan" by Nigel Homer (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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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 relaxing 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

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

Rp2.016.469
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

Rp1.009.133
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

Rp2.096.932
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Rp287.042
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Rp2.128.496
per adult
From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
From Cardiff: Cliffs, Beaches And Castles Of South Wales

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Rp2.016.469
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
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Top hotels in Saint Athan

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! (2,657 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay! Staff went over and above in service. Spacious and comfortable room. Extremely happy with this hotel!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.432.543 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.432.543
Rp1.719.052 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms are a bit dated, and rough around the edges, but comfortable and clean. Good valie. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The location is good, just a short walk to the city. Car park was expensive, and cheaper options available, if more organised than me. Overall a lovely stay and ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.388.739 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.388.739
Rp1.666.486 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,076 reviews)
"Clean room very spacious"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton, Cardiff, Wales
The price is Rp1.314.498 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.314.498
Rp1.577.397 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Working at the Utilita Arena, Village hotel good spot for us with plenty of parking for our vehicles! Decent Bar with a very good menu and plenty of sport to watch as well."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Village Hotel Cardiff
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 Rp928.480 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp928.480
Rp1.114.176 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,081 reviews)
"A 2 minute walk from Cardiff Central. Comfy bed and decent breakfast in the morning."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.383.030 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.383.030
Rp1.659.636 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,511 reviews)
"A little noisy at night"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint Athan

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Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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