Cardiff City Centre
Visit Cardiff City Centre
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 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.
Cardiff International Arena
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.
Bute Park
One of the great city parks of the world, Bute Park is a favoured haunt of both locals and visitors alike. First landscaped in the 18th Century by legendary garden designer Capability Brown, this 130 acre park is known as the ‘Green Heart’ of Cardiff and offers a leafy habitat for exercise, picnics and recreation, not to mention a wealth of seasonal attractions.
Cardiff Market
Since replacing a jail in the late 1800s, this majestic indoor marketplace has been at the heart of the city’s mercantile trade.
St. David's
During your trip to Cardiff, you can do some window-shopping at St. David's. Discover the area's entertainment choices, or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Cardiff: Private Guided Highlights Tour
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Private Doctor Who Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay: Highlights Private Guided Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Cardiff City Centre
Castle Quarter
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Castle Quarter. Make a stop by Cardiff Market or Principality Stadium while you're exploring the area.
Butetown
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.
Riverside
Some popular features of Riverside include its river views and historic sites. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Principality Stadium or Sophia Gardens are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Adamsdown
Spas and bars are some things travelers note about Adamsdown. Check out Capitol Shopping Centre or Cardiff International Arena while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.
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
While there might not be top attractions in Splott, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cardiff International Arena and Capitol Shopping Centre.