Local Attractions

Cardiff is situated in the heart of South Wales, UK. It is an ancient city with roots going back to pre-Roman times. It features one of the biggest shopping centres in the UK, three large indoor shopping malls are in the city centre along with a large number of independent stores mainly sited in the city's numerous arcades. A large indoor market, over a hundred years old is also in the city centre.

At the southern end of the city centre, the Cafe Quarter provides an excellent source of restaurants and cafes with a wide range of international cuisine to suit all tastes and styles.

The city is also ideally situated to explore The Vale of Glamorgan, The Valleys, Gower Peninsula, The Brecon Beacons, Monmouthshire, Ross on Wye etc. All of which are no more than an hour away by car.

Please refer to the Links page for contact information and other tourist links to useful websites.

Cardiff Castle spans 2000 years of history and includes Roman
remains, a Norman keep and lavish interiors housed in Neo Gothic
towers.

A fairytale castle in the woods built on the site of a 13th Century
castle. The castle is a breathtaking marvel of imagination and decoration.

The National Museum and Gallery houses and excellent range of
displays of art, natural history, and science. One of the finest collection
of paintings including works by Monet, Constable, Van Gogh, Renoir,
Manet and Turner and more !

Caerphilly Castle is one of the biggest castles in Europe - it spans over 30 acres. It dates from the late 13th Century and features a moat, banqueting hall, siege engines and a famous leaning tower.

Tredegar House is a magnificent Charles II country house set in 90 acres of award-winning parkland and gardens. It is the ancestral home of the Morgan family - which included the infamous pirate Capt. Henry Morgan.

Techniquest is one of the UK's leading science discovery centres located in spectacular waterfront premises - great fun for the whole family with 160 interactive exhibits to discover.

Cardiff Bay is one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in Wales. A centre for business and culture, it features many attractions plus pubs, cafes and wine bars.

The Millennium Stadium is the finest stadium in Europe. It features a unique retractable roof and seating for 72000 people. The Rugby Hall of fame and WRU Museum are also housed here.