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 walkable 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
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Top hotels in Tonypandy
The Angel Hotel
Hotel is lovely and staff excellent but at least with room I stayed in it was very tired and needed updating. Paint was flaking off the walls, there was what looked like someone's foundation stains on the lamp shade and what looked like water marks/ stains on the walls. To note it can be quite noisy ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
A lovely hotel, always a pleasure to stay there.
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Brilliant staff-friendly, helpful, excellent food, quantity and quality, plenty of options. We had a twin queen room, massive comfy beds, big room, strange setup bathroom but still clean, could do with a spray air freshener in there though. Not bad location, free parking, rooms very warm. Didn't ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Great breakfast, our room was clean but looked a little tired with a stained carpet and was booked for 3 people but only 2 cups/glasses provided. Air con could do with going lower than 18 it was so hot in there! Also lift from car park not working not great with lots of luggage, and would be really ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Lovely breakfast options
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Easy to access hotel, great facilities, 3 min walk from train station, taxi service 3 min walk, very clean and tidy hotel, very friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tonypandy
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.
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.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Cardiff Golf Club and National Museum Cardiff.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
