Adamsdown Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
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.
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
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.
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.
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 Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided
Top hotels in Adamsdown
easyHotel Cardiff
A reasonably spacious, clean room with air conditioning that works properly and quickly, and nice, helpful staff. It’s much better than Edinburgh’s easyHotel. You won’t get many amenities in the room except a private bathroom. There is also very little space to put things — no tables and not many ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Lovely clean huge comfy bed lovely bathroom and shower plenty of storage and all shamppo shower gel Tea coffee Good location and good price
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Tanes Hotel
Nice over night stay clean 👍😊
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Cardiff Guesthouse & On-Street Parking
Goor room, nice location. Be aware there are is no toilet in the room, but shared restrooms/showers.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Angel Hotel
Beautiful hotel in an incredible spot. Right across the street from the castle and a block away from the heart of Cardiff. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Room was clean an enormous. I enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
10/10 Absolutely stunning hotel. Highly recommended the superior junior suite
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Adamsdown
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 Utilita Arena Cardiff.
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.
