Cardiff Bay Waterfront is home to a variety of memorable experiences and attractions that are just waiting to be explored. Hang around for a few hours or spend the entire day!

This Butetown tourist precinct is a good place to start your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to experience nearby, including Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, and Wales Millennium Centre. Wander around at your leisure at Cardiff Bay Waterfront before heading to these other fine attractions.

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Celtic International Hotel Cardiff Airport

Rhoose

per person

Sep 9 - Sep 13

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Cardiff (CWL)

8.2/10 Very Good! (693 reviews)

Breakfast was good, staff were great. Rooms a little small. Short walk from the airport - only half a mile, but there is no sidewalk.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

The Loft 2BR Duplex, Central & Parking

Pontcanna

per person

Sep 9 - Sep 13

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Cardiff (CWL)

10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Adamsdown

per person

Sep 9 - Sep 13

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Cardiff (CWL)

8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Excellent service free upgrade for partners bday

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Tours & day trips

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The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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The Ultimate Cardiff City Tour

Free cancellation available

Adventure & outdoor

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Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Welsh Foodie Tour Cardiff

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Classes & workshops

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The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

Free cancellation available

Popular places to visit

The Senedd

The Senedd is just one of the places to see in Cardiff, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

Wales Millennium Centre

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Mermaid Quay

Relax in a waterfront bar or restaurant, view public art exhibits and go shopping at this popular Cardiff Bay destination.

Techniquest

Want to find a way of keeping the kids entertained for hours, at the same time as perhaps learning something yourself? Want to find it in the heart of Cardiff Bay, just five minutes’ walk from the train station? If the answer is yes, head for Techniquest interactive science discovery centre on Stuart Street in Cardiff.

Wales Millennium Centre featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

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

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.