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
Cardiff International Arena

Cardiff International Arena

3/5(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.

Cardiff International Arena
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

Activities

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$28
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

NZ$191
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Cardiff: Private Guided Highlights Tour

Cardiff: Private Guided Highlights Tour

NZ$314
Per adult
Cardiff: Private Guided Highlights Tour
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

NZ$212
Per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour and Swansea Bay Tour.

NZ$191
Per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour and Swansea Bay Tour.
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

NZ$217
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Risca Hotel Deals

The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$210 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,544 reviews)
"Clean, professional, quick to resolve problems when I lost my key card"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$218 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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! (1,176 reviews)
"Stunning, simply stunning!"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Celtic Manor Resort
Mercure Cardiff North Hotel
Mercure Cardiff North Hotel
4 out of 5
Circle Way East, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$92 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (768 reviews)
"Always stat here when in Cardiff. Good clean hotel and staff are first class."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Mercure Cardiff North Hotel
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$115 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,876 reviews)
Fantastic located hotel with value for money also.
"Great situation for Sports venues, pubs & restaurants. Lovely old style hotel & very comfortable bed resulting in a brilliant sleep. As suggested to manager a large shower mat should be provided as bath seemed really slippery & I was very wary getting in & out due to a bad ankle. Lighting was also ..."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

The Angel Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is NZ$153 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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$159 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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! (1,189 reviews)
"Great breakfast and fab service from Nasheen and her team."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

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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Llanedeyrn

Visitors to Llanedeyrn appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Roath Park and Principality Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Llanedeyrn
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Rhiwbina

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Llandaff Cathedral while you're in the area.

Rhiwbina
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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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