Pengam
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Cardiff Castle
Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Top hotels in Pengam
The Angel Hotel
Our first room was really dirty, deep ingrained dirt and a general lack of everyday cleaning too. Luckily the kind manager moved us to a better room that was much cleaner. The staff are great, very friendly and the breakfast was reasonably good - but the building is very tired and and grubby with ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Excellent all round
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Wonderful stay in a lovely bedroom. Not impressed with the cooked breakfast. Bacon overdone and tasteless. Everything else ok. xx
Reviewed on 7 Mar, 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
A great all round hotel
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Clean and well maintained. Great facilities. But overall a bit dated.
Reviewed on 9 Mar, 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pengam
Whitchurch
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.
Llantrisant
Llantrisant is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Leisure Centre.
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cathays
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.
