Darran Valley

Cardiff

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Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

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.

Principality Stadium
Cardiff Castle featuring heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture

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

Cardiff Bay

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

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

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.

Barry Island Beach
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
Wales Millennium Centre showing signage, modern architecture and street scenes

Wales Millennium Centre

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

Wales Millennium Centre

Things to do

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

€106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

€15
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

€97
per adult
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
Cardiff bay

Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided

€121
per adult
Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan

€121
per adult
From Cardiff: Tour of Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan
Private Tour in 3 Castles, Tintern Abbey and Roman Caerleon

Private Tour: Three Castles, Tintern Abbey and Roman Caerleon

€900
per traveller
Private Tour: Three Castles, Tintern Abbey and Roman Caerleon
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Top hotels in Darran Valley

The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €70 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€70
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 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! (2,247 reviews)
"Ideally situated to access city centre. Booked standard double room though upgraded to suite on arrival. Room very spacious, comfortable bed. No complaints."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €112 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
€112
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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! (1,674 reviews)
Faultless
"Amazing room. Amazing facilities. Can’t wait to go back"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €135 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
€135
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 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! (1,178 reviews)
"Service was very slow. We asked twice for water in our room and was ignored."

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €75 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€75
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Just fine."

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €84 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€84
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,537 reviews)
Great stay
"Great stay hotel service very good, room very clean TV could do with updating, why because you only get limited channels and also you can’t get the local news we were in Wales not Anglia which is east of England"

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Park Plaza Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff
4 out of 5
Grey friars Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €97 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€97
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, spa was fantastic and very clean. Room was spacious, clean and modern. Reception staff were unreal, and breakfast was the best I’ve ever had at a hotel (and I stay at a hotel at least once a week with work). Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Darran Valley

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Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
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Whitchurch

4/5(29 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.

Whitchurch
Roath Park featuring a lake or waterhole, kayaking or canoeing and bird life

Cyncoed

Travellers enjoy Cyncoed for its parks and golf courses. Consider checking out Cardiff Golf Club while you're in the area.

Cyncoed
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Caerleon

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

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

Caerleon
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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 Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

Gabalfa
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Penylan

Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. 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.

Penylan

Darran Valley

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