Grangetown Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Popular places to visit

Cardiff International Sports Village

Cardiff International Sports Village

Enjoy a stop at Cardiff International Sports Village, an entertaining place to visit in Cardiff. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff International Sports Village
Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 reviews)

The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.

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)

Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers.

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

Things to do

Penarth Marina

Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.

฿433
per adult
Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

฿555
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

฿3,900
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

฿737
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

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

฿4,290
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

฿3,900
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
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Top hotels in Grangetown

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! (2,609 reviews)
Very clean and bed very comfortable!
"Excellent location for the centre of Cardiff. Very clean room and bed was very comfortable. Sink a bit too big for the bathroom!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is ฿4,096 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿4,096
฿4,915 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,306 reviews)
"Top class hotel and facilities, rooms very well equipped and big"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
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 ฿3,178 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,178
฿3,814 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Really liked the cleanliness of the hotel and friendly staff. Location was perfect for City centre and restaurants. Spent a few days there and had a nice time. Would have preferred free parking but an outside company controls the parking under the hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is ฿3,712 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,712
฿4,454 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,741 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a location convenient to the train station. No onsite parking and a bit difficult to find. It would have been helpful to have overnight parking suggestions/information before arriving. Also emailed the day before the stay to ask about parking, but didn’t get a reply before ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is ฿2,853 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,853
฿3,424 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! (1,064 reviews)
"I loved having a gym to work out in The room was spacious and the hotel Central to the train station and restaurants"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Mercure Newport Hotel

Mercure Newport Hotel

4 out of 5
Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales
The price is ฿2,926 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,926
฿3,511 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (861 reviews)
Good Value
"Receptionist on check in was great, really efficient and very friendly. Room was nice, clean and comfy bed"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Mercure Newport Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Grangetown

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

Butetown

4/5(275 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

Butetown
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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
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff Market – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(888 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff International Arena – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cardiff City Centre
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Atlantic Wharf

While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wales Millennium Centre and Cardiff International Arena.

Atlantic Wharf
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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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