Title: Visit Riverside: Best of Riverside, Cardiff Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Riverside](https://expedia.ca/Riverside-Cardiff-Hotels.0-n553248635216275119-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cardiff](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cardiff](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Riverside Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Riverside.d553248635216275119.Car-Rental-Guide)[Riverside Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Riverside.d553248635216275119.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Riverside ## Cardiff ![Photo by Pawel Pawel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/355d89ef291013e7c8e7a6ec542b13c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Pawel Pawel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/355d89ef291013e7c8e7a6ec542b13c9.jpg) ![Photo "Riverside" by mord (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/fb65578ddd6c1f06f3205671399daa04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/fb65578ddd6c1f06f3205671399daa04.jpg) by [mord](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/23208) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Riverside Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cardiff travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff.dx6054272) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Millennium Stadium which includes modern architecture and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145798-Millennium-Stadium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wales Millennium Centre featuring a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145664-Cardiff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay 5/5(3 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Bay-Cardiff.d553248621532490507.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cardiff Castle featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145762-Cardiff-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Barry Island Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/face32e3321c768c108108c863913246.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cardiff University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/21fc82a3062294a2768899c3a745d093.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Vacation-Attraction) ![Utilita Arena Cardiff](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/54e1b4852e1948e985dc86519190ca25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Utilita Arena Cardiff 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Motorpoint-Arena-Cardiff.d6168689.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![A tour arrives at Caerleon.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1015104/ec21001a-734f-4e90-a6c3-b7ad50b39792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour. CA $150 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-wandering-bards-valley-tour-or-the-swansea-bay-tour.a1015104.activity-details) ![Cardiff Bay Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734480/c26ff1e8-74f6-4a14-a3db-1e448a37f7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay Boat Tour CA $24 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-bay-boat-tour.a734480.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/542d07dc-66f3-4374-90a2-ba3455fcd4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour CA $162 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49566476/d6e3d577-4fff-472a-8c74-7c4382cecf55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour CA $162 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-waterfalls.a49566476.activity-details) ![Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610322/47544663-8046-4828-a0a8-586afaa2a63f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour CA $162 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-south-wales-cliffs.a49610322.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48840858/c02f0733-40e7-4890-bfc4-ac4e198a7b8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience CA $90 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cardiff-alcotraz-immersive-prison-cocktail-experience.a48840858.activity-details) [See all activities in Cardiff](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Riverside Hotel Deals ![OYO Flagship Cardiff Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11980000/11974300/11974291/9d0411c1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### OYO Flagship Cardiff Central Clare Street Cardiff Wales CA $61 CA $74 total Dec 21 - Dec 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ... 7.4/10 Good! (91 reviews) It just ticked all the boxes for the duration of my stay Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=11974291&PinnedHotelID=11974291&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) ![WiseStay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17570000/17560200/17560126/782abe55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### WiseStay 45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment Cardiff Wales CA $60 CA $72 total Dec 23 - Dec 24 includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (206 reviews) Room was clean. Stayed there before. Really nice shower. Staff really helpful Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F12%2F2025&endDate=24%2F12%2F2025&selected=17560126&PinnedHotelID=17560126&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) ![Austins Self Service Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11980000/11974300/11974283/b0e97670_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Austins Self Service Guest House 11 Coldstream Terrace Cardiff Wales Stay at this guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (343 reviews) Easy access to the guest house and my room with a code. Very convenient location for attending an event at the Utilita arena. Regarding cleanliness there were some issues:-the carpets in the room and hallways are dirty, very worn chair in my room, dirt on wall and very dark stains on duvet and mattress ... Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=11974283&PinnedHotelID=11974283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=11974283&PinnedHotelID=11974283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) ![The Riverhouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19242400/19242335/978b707c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Riverhouse 59 FITZHAMON EMBANKMENT Cardiff Wales Stay at this B&B in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews) Room and facilities were really clean. Nice breakfast options; good value for money. Very convenient for the main rail/bus station, parks and city centre. Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=19242335&PinnedHotelID=19242335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=19242335&PinnedHotelID=19242335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) ![The Angel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34900/34843/5f26af86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Angel Hotel Castle Street Cardiff Wales Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,838 reviews) Room radiator wasn’t working and other heater wasn’t warming the room, also no lift and 3 floor to go with stuff not nice Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) ![Cardiff Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13776/f5854d28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cardiff Marriott Hotel Mill Lane Cardiff Wales CA $115 CA $138 total Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,130 reviews) Great stay. City centre venue. Great bar and dining area. Comfy room. Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=13776&PinnedHotelID=13776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216275119) [See all 1,836 properties in Riverside](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025®ionId=553248635216275119) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Make a stop by Cardiff Market or St. David's while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Castle-Quarter.dx553248635216274590) ![Cardiff which includes a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145645-Cardiff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.dx6190554) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/be286c4586a79d65fcfbb7fa1645a4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Grangetown.dx553248635216274471) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/55c5355822c3dc7e63e946293f3df571.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Pontcanna.dx553248635216274491) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b974c18a8609367a4cf66731bdea11a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canton Travelers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Cardiff-Canton.dx553248635216274449) ![Wales Millennium Centre featuring a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145664-Cardiff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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