South Glamorgan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Glamorgan
Where to stay in South Glamorgan
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Butetown
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Cardiff Bay Water Feature might round out your trip.
Grangetown
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.
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.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Majestic Hotel Cardiff
"All good"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
"The hotel was central to theshoping centre and a stone throw from the train station The resteraunt was excellent ha"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Angel Hotel
"Great unique hotel. Staff extremely helpful. Location amazing"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
"There was everything we needed in the Apartment"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Park Lane Aparthotel
"Close to places, Service was really good when checking in. Helped with all the queries I had"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Central Studios
"The room was small but clean. You can hear others at night so dependent on how they are. Room needs airing out in arrival, as asthmatic."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
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 family-friendly 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.
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 & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
