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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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Enjoy a short stay in Cardiff

Explore Cardiff, a lively city with a warm Welsh welcome. See why it's the perfect destination for a city break.

Topics:

  • Couples
  • Groups
  • Family
  • Urban
Cardiff
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What to do in Cardiff

Our guide to exploring Cardiff - eateries, attractions and adventures for everyone!

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Couples
  • Urban
  • Food
  • Shopping
Cardiff
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Make an event break of it in Cardiff

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

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • Urban
  • Food
  • Drink
Cardiff
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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!

Topics:

  • Health and wellbeing
  • Urban
  • List
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
Cardiff
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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.

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Food
  • Restaurant
Cardiff
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Wonderful walks in and around Cardiff

Explore Cardiff on foot with a city sightseeing tour, on nearby coastal paths or along forest trails.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Guided tours
  • Urban
  • Outdoor
Cardiff
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Cardiff - the perfect city break for families

Whether you’ve got tots, tweens or teens, there's tons to do on a family city break in Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • Family
  • Urban
  • Outdoor
Cardiff

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Cardiff Nights: Things to do on an evening out in the Welsh capital

Discover great nightlife spots and ideas for fun activities to do on a night out in Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Couples
  • Groups
  • Urban
  • List
Cardiff
Two men in front of a mural on the side of a building. The mural shows a pregnant Black lady wearing a Cardiff City football shirt.

Following Cardiff's street art trail

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

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Urban
  • Arts
  • Outdoor
Cardiff
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Cardiff: a city of arts, music and theatre

Find out about Cardiff's must-visit cultural venues, museums and performance spaces.

Topics:

  • Health and wellbeing
  • Arts
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
Cardiff
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Cardiff as the world's stage

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

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Arts
Cardiff
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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.

Topics:

  • Family
  • Urban
  • List
  • Restaurant
Cardiff

City chic: Luxurious places to stay in Cardiff

Plan your luxury break in Cardiff staying at one of the finest 4 and 5-star hotels in the city.

Topics:

  • Spa
  • Urban
  • Hotel
Cardiff
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Big city sleeps: Where to stay in Cardiff

From luxury hotels to cosy B&Bs, discover best places to bed down in the city of Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Accommodation
  • Hotel
  • Self catering
Cardiff
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Cardiff museums: where to go and what to see

Explore Welsh culture and delve into our fascinating history at some of Cardiff’s fabulous museums.

Topics:

  • Historic places
  • List
  • Arts
Cardiff
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Cardiff's top plant-based cafes and restaurants

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

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Food
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.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • Historic places
  • LGBTQ+
  • Urban
  • Drink
Cardiff
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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.

Topics:

  • Urban
  • Outdoor
Cardiff

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A running adventure in Cardiff

Discover Cardiff's best running routes and events for visitors.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • Health and wellbeing
  • List
  • Outdoor
Cardiff
Crowds at Sophia Gardens cricket stadium watching a match.

Things to do in Wales for cricket fans

Find out where to watch cricket in Wales and how to get tickets.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • List
  • Outdoor
South Wales
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Explore Cardiff's suburbs

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

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Food
  • Drink
Cardiff
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Sensational shopping in the capital city

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

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Shopping
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.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • Urban
  • Outdoor
Cardiff
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Digital nomads: Laptop working spots in Cardiff

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

Topics:

  • List
  • Food
  • Drink
Cardiff
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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.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Urban
Cardiff
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A Christmassy weekend break in Cardiff

Deaf presenter and content creator Jazzy Whipps enjoys a weekend exploring Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Insider guide
  • Food
  • Accommodation
  • Winter
Cardiff
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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.

Topics:

  • Guided tours
  • Family
  • Outdoor
Cardiff
man wearing England flag and woman wearing Welsh flag walk towards Principality Stadium, Cardiff.

Rugby in Wales

Discover more about the special experience of Rugby international weekends in Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • Urban
  • List
  • Drink
  • Accommodation
South Wales
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Sŵn Festival - hundreds of bands to the city

Exploring Cardiff during Sŵn Festival - Cardiff's multi-venue music festival.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • National symbols
  • Urban
  • Arts
Cardiff
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Where to drink coffee in Cardiff

Drinking coffee in the capital – the best independent places to get your caffeine fix in Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Urban
  • List
  • Drink
Cardiff
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Cardiff's diverse venue and arthouse cinema

Find out about Cardiff’s Chapter Arts Centre, with its gallery space, arthouse cinema and chilled out café bar.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • Urban
  • Food
  • Drink
  • Arts
Cardiff
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Taff Trail heritage and greenery

Explore this route, taking in industrial heritage, pretty, green open spaces, castles and canals.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Urban
  • List
  • Outdoor
South Wales
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Great little adventures in South Wales

Discover adventure-filled days out just a short distance from Cardiff.

Topics:

  • Groups
  • Family
  • Outdoor
South Wales
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A festive break in Cardiff

Enjoy the festive season in the Welsh capital with these fun and exciting activities.

Topics:

  • Couples
  • Groups
  • Family
  • Urban
  • Winter
Cardiff

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