Pontcanna
Cardiff
Popular places to visit

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.

Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

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.

Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Things to do

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Top hotels in Pontcanna

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Lincoln House Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Pontcanna Inn
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Elgano Guest House
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

The Angel Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pontcanna

Riverside
You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

Gabalfa
Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Llandaff Cathedral or Cardiff City Hall.

Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.

Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's Hall to Cardiff International Arena – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Swalec Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Cardiff Bay
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Rhondda Valley
- The Grand Pier
- Brean Theme Park
- University Hospital of Wales
- Bute Park
- Caerphilly Castle
- Llandaff Cathedral
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Roath Park
- National Museum Cardiff