South Glamorgan

Travel Guide

Bute Park featuring a garden, a castle and heritage architecture
South Glamorgan
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and château or palace
Llandaff Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage elements
Cardiff Castle which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and landscape views

Where to stay in South Glamorgan

Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Cardiff City Centre

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Discover the bustling shopping scene in the sixth most successful UK destination, featuring Queen Street, St. Mary's Street, and the Hayes. Explore Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, and the National Museum, while enjoying dining options at Mill Lane cafe quarter.

Cardiff City Centre
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Butetown

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

The ample dining options and luxurious 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
Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Castle Quarter

4/5(5 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Castle Quarter. Make a stop by Principality Stadium or St. David's Hall while you're exploring the area.

Castle Quarter
Poncanna Fields, Cardiff.

Pontcanna

5/5(4 area reviews)

Tree-lined streets and large houses define this affluent Cardiff district, boasting cafes and independent retailers on Pontcanna Street and Cathedral Road. Enjoy Sophia Gardens, Pontcanna Fields, and the nearby SWALEC Stadium for cricket enthusiasts.

Pontcanna
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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.

Grangetown
Tiger tulips in Spring

Roath

Travelers like the theaters in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is CA $82 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $82
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,202 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. Nothing to much bother for them. My daughter loved the chandelier. Room and bathroom very clean. Beds very comfortable. We will definitely be back"

Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is CA $154 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $154
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,667 reviews)
"Beautiful building and a stunning interior.. Well trained staff. Probably in the top three of the hotels we have stayed in throughout Europe. Highly recommended…"

Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is CA $133 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $133
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great hotel
"I had a great stay at Cardiff Marriot Hotel."

Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (236 reviews)
"Lovely property, so clean and spacious. And less then 10 mins to city centre. Even had a call before arriving to explain how check in works. Amazing!"

Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Gorgeous 3 Bedroom House Near Cardiff City Center
Gorgeous 3 Bedroom House Near Cardiff City Center
3.5 out of 5
Cardiff
Stay at this 3.5-star residence in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay are located ...
Gorgeous 3 Bedroom House Near Cardiff City Center
SACO Cardiff – Cathedral Road
SACO Cardiff – Cathedral Road
4 out of 5
The Garden Office, 76 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
"Very spacious two bed two bath apartment on the top floor. Kitchen was well equipped for making breakfast and easy dinner. Check in was made easy by staff Great location. A 15 minute walk to the Castle and a little longer to the train station. Great value for the price."

Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2024

SACO Cardiff – Cathedral Road
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium which includes modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(29 reviews)

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 Castle
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

4.5/5(5 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
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

4/5(1 review)

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
Wales Millennium Centre featuring street scenes, signage and modern architecture

Wales Millennium Centre

5/5(4 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Cities near South Glamorgan

Cardiff featuring a city, night scenes and street scenes

Cardiff

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Porthcawl

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Penarth

Caerphilly

Caerphilly