Attractions in Cardiff

Cardiff Castle
This first century AD walled fortress has 2000 years of history. In the 17th century it became the home of the Bute family and you can take a guided tour around the grand apartments with their gilt ceilings and murals.
Address: Cardiff Castle, Castle Street (at end of St Mary Street)
Phone: +44 29 2087 8100

Bute Gardens
The entrance to the gardens is a short walk along Castle Street to the left of the castle. The gardens have their own walled parapet that feature incredibly life-like stone animals including a bear, lion, hyena, monkeys and a pelican. The gardens run alongside the River Taff and have great views of the castle and its moat - it even has a miniature Stonehenge!

Millennium Stadium
The stadium opened in 1999 and is the home of Welsh rugby and the largest covered stadium in Europe. It is also a venue for football cup finals and music concerts. Guided tours of the stadium are also available.

National Museum And Gallery
This impressive domed building houses the largest collection of impressionist paintings in Europe outside Paris, along with the best Welsh art.
Phone: +44 29 2039 7951

The Parish Church Of St John The Baptist
With the exception of the castle, this is the oldest building in the city. The Medieval church also has a popular coffee shop. Located on the corner of Church Street and St John Street.

Riverside Real Food Market
Cardiff's award winning local food market selling organic and Welsh food. Open every Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm. Located on the Fitzhamon Embankment on the River Taff opposite the Millennium Stadium.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Bay has altered beyond recognition, from its past as the world's largest coal exporting port to a modern sport and leisure complex; it is also Europe's largest waterfront development and it has a wealth of leisure activities available both on and off the water. Sights of interest and things to do include:
Subway: Cardiff Millennium Centre, Norwegian Church

Castell Goch (red Castle)
A fairytale castle nestling in the woods on the outskirts of the city.
Address: Tongwynlais
Phone: +44 29 2081 0101

Museum Of Welsh Life, St Fagans
Open air museum set in 100 acres of parkland on the outskirts of Cardiff. The museum is a village of 40 buildings that tell the story of Wales throughout the ages and each building was transported brick by brick from their original location. The village includes a 17th century farmhouse, working men's hall, a tannery, bakery and terrace of workers' cottages with each house representing a different decade.
Phone: +44 29 2057 3500

Caerphilly Castle
The second biggest castle in Britain (after Windsor) it was built in the late 13th century and has everything from high towers, moats and banqueting hall and is located 15 minutes by train from Cardiff.
Address: Castle Street, Caerphilly, CF83 1JD
Phone: +44 29 2088 3143

Glamorganshire Heritage Coast And Countryside
Phone: +44 1656 880157

Brecon Beacons National Park
Located an hour from Cardiff

The Big Pit, National Coal Museum
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Address: Blaenafon, Torfaen, NP4 9XP
Phone: +44 1495 790 311