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 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.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Top hotels in St. Fagans
The Parkgate Hotel
Breakfast was amazing, and the rooms were perfect!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
What you would expect for £200 a night
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Great stay
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Angel Hotel
staff were lovely but unfortunately our AC didn't work and neither did the lamp on the desk, we had a good stay and would stay again but not during the summer without AC!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Good hotel about 10mins walk from Cardiff Bay. Room was clean, beds were comfy. Breakfast seemed to be good quality plenty of choice and always topped up. Staff were friendly and helpful. Free parking in Cardiff was a bonus. Only slight gripe was the noise from the dual carriageway behind the ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Coal Exchange Hotel
Staff were very helpful. Very disappointing breakfast we didn't go for breakfast the second day we went elsewhere
Reviewed on 7 May 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.
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.
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 Cardiff City Hall.
