Cardiff

Cardiff is a compact, friendly capital. Discover pop-up dining, intimate gigs and global sporting events. We have national museums, a spectacular castle, and a 76,000 seater stadium right in the heart of the city.

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Cardiff City Centre.

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Enjoy a short stay in Cardiff

Cardiff is a vibrant, cosmopolitan hub with a warm Welsh welcome. Find out what's on offer.

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Cardiff for first-timers

Coming to Cardiff for a sports event? Make an epic weekend of it in our legendary capital city.

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Rugby fans crowding the streets of Cardiff.

A Cardiff fan guide: where to eat, drink and visit

Visiting Cardiff for an event? Make the most of your time in the capital with these recommendations

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Urban adventures in Cardiff

Getting into the nooks and crannies of Cardiff, urban style. Get ready for fun in the capital!

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24 hours in Cardiff

If you're visiting Cardiff for the first time, here are some things you must experience.

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Cardiff's top plant-based cafes and restaurants

The ultimate guide to the best vegan and vegetarian food in Cardiff.

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Out and about in the Welsh capital

Cardiff's lively LGBT+ scene sits amidst the city's shopping district and historical sites.

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Dog in the city: exploring dog friendly Cardiff

Lottie Gross and her dog Arty, explore dog-friendly things to do on a city break in Cardiff.

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Explore Cardiff's suburbs

Explore the cultural, culinary and quintessentially Cardiff with our guide to the city's suburbs.

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Sensational shopping in the capital city

Find surprising independent delights nestled amongst your big brand favourites in Cardiff.

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Capture and share the best bits of Cardiff

Where to find the best places to snap scroll-stopping photos in the capital city

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Must do in Cardiff Bay

A local's guide to all the things to see and do for brilliant day out in Cardiff Bay.

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Cooking up a storm - Cardiff's indie food scene

Fancy a bite? Here's the lowdown on the coolest cafés and most excellent eateries in Cardiff.

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Digital nomads: WFH and laptop working in Cardiff

The best coffee shops and coworking spaces in Cardiff for those bored of working from home or the office.

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Cardiff Castle: an all-action attraction!

From the gargoyles on the castle walls to secret tunnels, Cardiff Castle is brought vividly to life.

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Cardiff as the world's stage

Learn about some of the biggest events held in Wales' capital city.

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Sea fishing with the family out of Cardiff Bay

Dave Lewis heads out to Cardiff Bay and the Bristol Channel for a family fishing trip.

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Following Cardiff's street art trail

Yusuf Ismail and Shawqi Hasson, the artists behind UNIFY, share the locations and inspiration behind the murals.

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