Popular places to visit

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

Principality Stadium
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.

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.

Cardiff Castle
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 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.

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.
Things to do

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Mountains, Waterfalls & More Day Tour

From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan
Nelson Hotel Deals

Llechwen Hall Hotel
"Likes- Unique place on map Hottest day of year so far Great staff Amazingly clean room Quiet All facilities on site Breakfast and evening meals excellent quality Easy and close parking Dislikes Leaving-What a place-gp see for yourself"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
"Staff were very helpful and friendly"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

The Angel Hotel
"We usually stay at The Angel when we’re in Cardiff. We love that it’s not a chain hotel and it has some character. We were disappointed with our room on this visit, it felt a bit claustrophobic."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
"Room was clean but surprised no water. Distinct lack of water available on site However the hotel was lovely and well kept"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Majestic Hotel Cardiff
"Handy to have parking, right in the middle of town. Couldn't fault it."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
"Lovely hotel very central to shops and castle and eateries."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Where to stay in Nelson

Cardiff City Centre

Castle Quarter

Butetown

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