The Top 20 Attractions around Cathays
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Cathays. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Cathays is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 12, 2025
Garth Summit
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Stunning little hill with commanding views just outside Cardiff with a trig pointed summit. It is a UK listed Marilyn.
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Caerphilly Mountain Summit
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Great little view point with a nearby cafe and large car park. Top spot.
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Craig yr Allt
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Craig yr Allt is a hill in South Wales with an unmarked summit overlooking Caerphilly to the east and the villages of Nantgarw and Taff's Well to the west. The …
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Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay
Highlight • Settlement
Cardiff Bay is Europe's largest waterfront development. It is supplied by two rivers, the Taff and Ely, to form a 500-acre (2.0 km2) freshwater lake around the former dockland area …
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Cardiff Bay Barrage
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Cardiff Bay Barrage is a significant engineering project located in Cardiff, Wales. Completed in 1999, the barrage was built to create a freshwater lake in Cardiff Bay by damming the …
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