Butetown
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Wales Millennium Centre
An architectural masterpiece, the Wales Millennium Centre is at the heart of Cardiff Bay, a wonderfully regenerated area full of striking buildings, wide open spaces and intriguing pieces of public art.
Cardiff Bay Waterfront
Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Cardiff Bay Waterfront. Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.
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.
Mermaid Quay
Looking for the very latest in high-street fashions? Want to pamper yourself with a luxury spa session? Or do you feel like treating someone special with a memorable evening out? You’ll find everything at Mermaid Quay, which is one of the premier leisure spots in Cardiff, just a short walk from the city centre and easily accessible whether you’re arriving by road, rail or water.
Cardiff Bay Water Feature
Find out about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Cardiff Bay Water Feature. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Top hotels in Butetown
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Good hotel expensive breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Worked well for a night in the city. Rooms were average. Breakfast was very good and the swimming, sauna etc were a big plus.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Buffet breakfast but very good in quality and choice. Hotel needs some redecoration.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Good location.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
The kitchen was excellent, makes such a difference when travelling with work. Room lovely size, everything about the hotel was lovely
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Angel Hotel
Convenient location, spacious room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Butetown
Atlantic Wharf
While Atlantic Wharf may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wales Millennium Centre and Utilita Arena Cardiff.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Grangetown
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
Adamsdown
If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
