Title: Visit Nelson: 2026 Nelson, Cardiff Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Nelson](https://expedia.com/Nelson-Cardiff-Hotels.0-n3000401155-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cardiff](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cardiff](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Nelson](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Nelson.d3000401155.Car-Rental-Guide)[Nelson Vacations](https://expedia.com/Nelson.d3000401155.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Nelson ## Cardiff ![Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401155/da1ed64d-e063-4ff9-83e0-8493a7903a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401155/8f26e0e5-6b19-492f-a393-4c2e13cd886a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401155/1ce8e304-bc2a-45e1-8401-0947079ef5e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401155/327a81f9-83a4-4dfe-b737-030f83d481a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401155/327a81f9-83a4-4dfe-b737-030f83d481a9.jpg) by [Kev Griffin](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/11967) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Nelson Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cardiff Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Cardiff.dx6054272) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490507/5dbf41fb-82e5-44f5-94c4-a1963ca618dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Vacation-Attraction) ![Principality Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cardiff Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086531/a86c09df-3b2a-4b70-a87e-f2b8f03961ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Vacation-Attraction) ![D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168689/0811544b-b030-400b-bd9c-ebc68552d1d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Utilita Arena Cardiff 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. [](https://expedia.com/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Vacation-Attraction) ![Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084247/83a5b0a0-fa6b-4b87-b9b9-31e6655d4a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4843628/b76a6f0f-85ba-4c4a-b026-15b1903f27f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour $60 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-barry-island-gavin-and-stacey-tour.a4843628.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/542d07dc-66f3-4374-90a2-ba3455fcd4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour $111 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610322/fc887d1b-1935-4547-8fbb-fa2e1453cb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour $116 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cardiff-south-wales-cliffs.a49610322.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49566476/9ea15851-a21b-45c3-9c61-e85582d840e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour $116 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cardiff-waterfalls.a49566476.activity-details) ![From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46026145/dbc81916-0655-469e-8ce9-c7ddbe0c32f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls $169 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-cardiff-hike-the-amazing-six-brecon-beacons-waterfalls.a46026145.activity-details) ![The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627037/a0dddb0f-0671-4eec-93d3-e6dee1d124bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition $23 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket.a44627037.activity-details) [See all activities in Cardiff](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Nelson Hotel Deals ![Llechwen Hall Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035488/ef452e5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Llechwen Hall Hotel Llanfabon Pontypridd Wales $80 nightly $95 total Apr 27 - Apr 28 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (695 reviews) Hotel is lovely and peaceful, load a lil touch to get in if have a low car be warned Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F27%2F2026&endDate=4%2F28%2F2026&selected=4035488&PinnedHotelID=4035488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000401155) ![The Angel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34900/34843/5f26af86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Angel Hotel Castle Street Cardiff Wales $55 nightly $67 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,058 reviews) Good breakfast. Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000401155) ![The Parkgate Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66270000/66262800/66262736/3394a1df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Parkgate Hotel Westgate Street Cardiff Wales $106 nightly $128 total Apr 26 - Apr 27 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,772 reviews) Large room with everything you need for a lovely stay. Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F26%2F2026&endDate=4%2F27%2F2026&selected=66262736&PinnedHotelID=66262736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000401155) ![Future Inns Cardiff Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1160400/1160305/36628683_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Future Inns Cardiff Bay Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales $75 nightly $91 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,586 reviews) Excellent staff, ideal room, free parking Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=1160305&PinnedHotelID=1160305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000401155) ![Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2256300/2256209/8099488a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff Station Approach Cardiff Wales Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $52 nightly $62 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,090 reviews) No breakfast included Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F2%2F2026&endDate=4%2F3%2F2026&selected=2256209&PinnedHotelID=2256209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000401155) ![Cardiff Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13776/eca2ae56_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cardiff Marriott Hotel Mill Lane Cardiff Wales $90 nightly $107 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,233 reviews) The Cardiff Marriott Hotel is walking distance from Cardiff Central Station. It's very convenient to stores and restaurants. The staff is absolutely the best. They are friendly, helpful, very nice. They go above and beyond. 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Explore Llantrisant Castle and the scenic Common and Pastures, just a train ride from Pontyclun station. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Llantrisant.dx3000010684) ![Whitchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634838840585/7d249d3e-2761-42ca-a97b-a35173d51667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whitchurch 4/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Whitchurch.dx553248634859592674) ![Llandaff](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084255/7c234db8-2a6e-41cf-9e11-5fb11afdf1b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Llandaff 4/5(1 area review) Travelers enjoy Llandaff for its monuments and historic sites. Consider checking out Insole Court while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Llandaff.dx553248635216274482) ![Penylan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274133/ebd3e24a-8be0-4fcc-88e0-364b269f2bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Penylan Travelers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Penylan.dx553248635216274133) ![A bridge over the River Taff in Cardiff against a blue sky ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274491/c80176f3-7f1c-4bc2-84b9-febcebb035a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pontcanna 4.5/5(11 area reviews) Tree-lined streets and large houses define this affluent Cardiff district, boasting cafes and independent retailers on Pontcanna Street and Cathedral Road. Enjoy Sophia Gardens, Pontcanna Fields, and the nearby SWALEC Stadium for cricket enthusiasts. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Pontcanna.dx553248635216274491) ![Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084247/83a5b0a0-fa6b-4b87-b9b9-31e6655d4a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cathays 4/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Cathays.dx553248635216273960) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Cardiff.dx6054272.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neigh.Neighborhoods) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Nelson