The Royal Arcade Cardiff

It wasn’t always like this. The Royal Arcade was the first indoor shopping street to open in the city in 1858 after clearing a slum house. Further arcades followed and still stand proud in the city centre, attracting shoppers for over a century. Those antique buffs amongst you will love the Royal Arcade, which has a great selection of antique jewellery and collectables. A selection of handicraft products can also be found with ethically sourced clothes, shawls and bags. If you are an avid foodie, you will love the local deli where you can buy locally-produced cheese, Christmas hampers and wine.

The Morgan Arcade Cardiff

The Morgan Arcade has an abundance of stylish boutiques and refined gentlemen’s fashion. As you walk through the arcade, you will be taken in by the offer of high-quality clothes and shoes such as stylish men’s brogues, handcrafted accessories and more!  If music is your passion, take a step back in time at Spillers Record, the oldest record shop in the world.  You can also find some beautiful collections of fine art for your creative side.

The Castle Arcade Cardiff

The Castle Arcade runs opposite Cardiff Castle and features a beautiful gallery with a wooden second-floor balcony and footbridges. One of the longer of Cardiff’s famous Victorian arcades, it is also one of the city’s only two-level shopping arcades other than Cardiff Central Market. You will find an array of edible goodies, including speciality cheeses, bread and pasta, fair-trade and organic clothing, boutique shops, cafes and delis.

High Street Arcade, Duke Street Arcade and the Castle Quarter Cardiff

High Street Arcade is known for its range of designer and vintage clothes, jewellery, and one of the oldest surf and skateboarding shops in Wales. You will also find children’s clothes, toys, gifts, and a New York-style deli. Duke Street Arcade is just opposite Cardiff Castle in the Castle Quarter and is lined with stores, including hairdressers, bridal shops, Welsh gifts, jewellery and much more.

The Dominions Arcade Cardiff

Constructed in 1921, Dominions is the newest of all the arcades. Situated on the busy Queen Street, it is the smallest of the arcades but by no means the least impressive. Luxurious architecture intertwined with contemporary fittings make this the place for a pretty picture. 

The Wyndham Arcade Cardiff

Wyndham Arcade runs from St Mary Street to Mill Lane. Originally, the arcade played host to 35 shops and cellars. Now a bustling street of activity, the arcade houses a variety of eateries, including Bills restaurant, Ask Italian, Waterloo Tea, Servini’s Café and Kiwi’s bar. As well as several independent eclectic shops and beauticians such as music store PMT and Cuban cigar shop Havana House.