St. Fagans Travel Guide
Cardiff
Visit St. Fagans
Popular places to visit
St. Fagans National Museum of History
See buildings from different historical periods and learn about Welsh history when you explore the vast grounds of a 16th-century house.
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 relaxing 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.
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, Bays & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Mumbles and Gower Peninsular Tour
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan
Top hotels in St. Fagans
The Angel Hotel
Good value and good location. Hotel decor however is in need of a update
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Pleasent staff excellent service and food
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Spotless
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
A great experience
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Clean room, good value as includes parking. Walkable distance to restaurants in Cardiff bay making this hotel very convenient.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Very friends check in staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Great location
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Fagans
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Insole Court or Cardiff City Hall.
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.
