Butetown Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
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.
Wales Millennium Centre
An architectural masterpiece, the Wales Millennium Centre is at the heart of Cardiff Bay, a wonderfully regenerated area full of striking buildings, wide open spaces and intriguing pieces of public art.
Cardiff Bay Waterfront
Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Cardiff Bay Waterfront. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Mermaid Quay
Looking for the very latest in high-street fashions? Want to pamper yourself with a luxury spa session? Or do you feel like treating someone special with a memorable evening out? You’ll find everything at Mermaid Quay, which is one of the premier leisure spots in Cardiff, just a short walk from the city centre and easily accessible whether you’re arriving by road, rail or water.
Techniquest
Want to find a way of keeping the kids entertained for hours, at the same time as perhaps learning something yourself? Want to find it in the heart of Cardiff Bay, just five minutes’ walk from the train station? If the answer is yes, head for Techniquest interactive science discovery centre on Stuart Street in Cardiff.
Cardiff Bay Water Feature
Find out about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Cardiff Bay Water Feature. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Butetown
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
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Everything about our stay was perfect. Fab room and views. Room ready on arrival. Great spa. We had a fantastic body and face massage. Really lovely. Lunch was excellent,as was the breakfast. Staff were really nice and accommodating. Didnt want to leave. Lunch was excellwthbbreakfast.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
The staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room a reasonable size. There was an iron, ironing board and hairdryer. The shower was a good size and worked well. The breakfast was ok, a usual fry up, croissants, cereals, fruit juices and tea and coffee.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Clean room. Very spacious. Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Angel Hotel
Good value and good location. Hotel decor however is in need of a update
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Butetown
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.
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.
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.
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.
Adamsdown
If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
