Welcome to Cardiff

Unique attractions, top-class entertainment and quality shopping

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Cardiff, Wales’ Capital city, offers a startling range of unique attractions, top-class entertainment and quality shopping with a difference – all within walking distance. Rich in ancient history, sporting excitement, romantic ambience, eclectic culture and ‘out of this world’ activities, Cardiff is the perfect holiday destination for families, couples and groups. Cardiff is a thriving city.

Ultimate staycation guide to Cardiff

Whether you are visiting for the first time or looking for new ways to experience the city, there is always something new to discover in Cardiff. If you like to delve into the past, Cardiff has a fascinating history that is just waiting to be explored. Different periods of prosperity, decline and regeneration have left us with a varied collection of stunning landmarks to be enjoyed. Cardiff is also a green city, with over 300 parks and gardens, so you have no excuse not to get outdoors.

Unique things to do in Cardiff

Cardiff’s culture continues to evolve, and you can find out more about its roots at The Cardiff Story, the National Museum, or the Glamorgan Archives. It is also a creative city with companies making film, animation, design, and television in evidence everywhere. There are also many venues, festivals and events that celebrate their locale, such as Made in Roath Festival and Butetown Carnival, to name just two in a city of festivals. Music lovers can catch concerts, operas and musicals at the Wales Millennium Centre, Principality Stadium, the Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and St David’s Hall.  

Perhaps art is more your thing?

Cardiff has many galleries and artist-run spaces spread across the city. Keep an eye out for street art in unusual locations as you move around the city, where Cardiff-based artists have painted lively interventions to animate empty spaces.

Cardiff is a capital for shopping

With a combination of designer brands, high street names, and more individual and independent shops, there’s something for everyone.

Recently named the 6th best shopping destination in the UK, Cardiff has the whole spectrum of shopping, with charming Edwardian and Victorian arcades and ultra-modern shopping centres. And when you’ve had your fill of retail therapy, there are plenty of cafés, restaurants and bars to stop and relax in.

Cardiff Tourist Guide