Risca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4/5(6 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 showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

4/5(3 reviews)

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

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

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(28 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

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

3/5(2 reviews)

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 showing street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4/5(8 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

Activities

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$28
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

NZ$220
per adult
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

NZ$176
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
The statue of the welsh composer Ivor Novello in Cardiff Bay with the Pier Head Building behind.

Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

NZ$1,638
per adult
Private Day Tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay
Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

NZ$107
per adult
Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff
Outside Cardiff Castle

Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!

NZ$1,770
per adult
Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales - Castles, Cardiff, and Doctor Who!
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Our pick of the best Risca Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$124 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (2,199 reviews)
"Nice hotel near city centre and Principality Stadium. Enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$224 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,669 reviews)
"Booked the deluxe double room which exceeded my expectations. A visit to the top floor spa is a must ⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️"

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$248 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,250 reviews)
"It was a lovely hotel"

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$196 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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 19 Feb. 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$152 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,527 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and very friendly staff. Rooms spacious and well equipped. Would have been a 5. Air conditioning let it down. Did not cool room down. Hence not a restful night."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Hotel Indigo Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Dominions Arcade Queen Street, Glamorgan, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$166 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,276 reviews)
"Lovely rooms and the shower was amazing! Great location in Cardiff and the staff were all so friendly. Definitely recommend having the breakfast."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Risca

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Caerleon

4/5(1 area review)

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.

Caerleon
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Penylan

Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Roath Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penylan
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Whitchurch

Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Whitchurch
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Roath

3/5(1 area review)

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

Roath
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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 Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Cathays
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Tremorfa

While Tremorfa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cardiff International Arena and Wales Millennium Centre.

Tremorfa

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