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 family-friendly 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 fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
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.
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.
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
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Hike to 8 Waterfalls in Brecon Beacons
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Top hotels in Butetown
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Clean spacious room, Good breakfast. Would definitely use again. Great location to access Cardiff bay
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Great location in the city .Clean rooms friendly staff and room was available to check in before 3pm
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Our stay was really good at the St David’s voco hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was immaculate and had an amazing view. Thank you for the upgrade. Facilities were very good and generally we loved our stay. The things that let it down and had a negative impact on our stay ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Room was well presented, compact but with everything that was needed, very clean. Breakfast was also good.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Great stay, room was very clean.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Angel Hotel
Needs complete renovation, rooms dirty and tired, staff are good that is the only positive
Reviewed on 19 Feb 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 St. David's to Cardiff Castle – 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.
