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- John S4 contributionsTruly beautiful place with phenomenal volunteering staff. It's a shame that the pub is not opened yet, but will certainly be back once it is to have that genuine traditional experience.
The volunteers all seem interested in what they do, and take a genuine interest in visitors. I cannot believe it is free to visit.Written 10 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Suzanne18 contributionsWhat a splendid castle, we did the tour so we could see the extra rooms. The tour is an additional £4, but you get to visit the roof terrace (which is the reason we did it), but also the children’s nursery - which is by far my favourite room, plus Bute’s bedroom and bathroom.
Our tour guide was amazing too, the history mixed with a little humour, it was just a great experience all round.Written 4 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - tinkle_24Northampton, UK1,732 contributionsLovely area to wander and walk to Penarth Marina excellent. Visit Pierhead or the Assembly. Of course Norwegian Church where Roald Dahl was christened and the barrage. Plenty of cafes n restaurants if feeling peckish.Written 17 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- joe w2 contributionsFantastic Tour. Well worth the money.
Went on a tour of the grounds here and it was fabulous. The experience is great and we really recommend it and well worth a look - even if you aren't very sporty. It's just so amazing and interesting to see behind the scenes. Our guide was great and made the tour so even more enjoyable. Loved it! We will be back to see a game when we can get tickets!!!Written 9 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - keith mHyde, UK83 contributionsThis large museum and art gallery is in an amazing building, the museum has a vast collection of fossils from thousands of years ago and other exhibits as well it is well worth the visit and is free to enter.Written 2 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David DDevon, UK20,415 contributionsWe spent two nights in Cardiff Bay, 19th and 20th October, it is where this impressive building is located. During our stay we walked by here a number of times, in fact it would be impossible to overlook. We did not go inside the building, just admired it from outside.
It stand alongside two other important buildings, the Senedd, Welsh Parliament and the Pierhead Building. It overlooks Roald Dahl Plass and it's seventy foot tall Water Tower. The Flourish Fountain is also nearby.
It is the National Arts Centre for Wales and is home to the National Opera, Orchestra, Theatre, dance snd literature companies. It comprises of a large theatre along with two smaller halls with bars and restaurants
Above the entrance doorways to the building there is a massive band of copper which spans the front of the building. It pays hommage to Wales' once prolific copper industry. Cut out of the metal, in Welsh, are the words of a poem by Gwyneth Lewis, which translates as:-
"In these stones horizons sing and create truth like glass from the furnace of inspiration"
At night the lights from the building reflect through the letters of the poem giving a bit a magical eerie aura.
We thought that it weirdly looked like an armadillo in shape and the metal wall panels resembled the animal's scales.
The reality, which we learned, it is shaped to depict the undulating landscapes of Wales. Also a number Welsh quarries provided waste slate which was arranged in tiers of contrasting colours and shades to represent geological layers.
I personally prefer this building and find it more imposing, from the exterior, than the Senedd Building.Written 27 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - tinkle_24Northampton, UK1,732 contributionsVery pleasant walk along River Taft and you can cross over to Sophia Gardens using bridges along the way. Autumn colours were out and very beautiful. A fun Christmas installation of sheep on a wall. Walk was okay in spite of wet soggy ground from rain. River in full spate,Written 17 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stephen B2 contributionsLovely venue with excellent cappuccino. Helpful and friendly staff. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for refreshments in a beautiful setting.Written 9 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mohammad ADubai, United Arab Emirates154 contributionsThe view was amazing and park was nice. You may have a nice time to relax and look at the lake or set next to the flower garden and enjoy the flowers.Written 5 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Roger GGlasgow, UK2,700 contributionsWe came as part of a very well organised toddlers event. Plenty of reasonably priced parking immediately opposite the entrance. Lots of displays and interactions to delight all ages and they were all working! The exhibits were very varied and well informed, in Welsh as well as English. The staff were a cheery bunch who interacted well and clearly enjoyed their jobs. Prices were reasonable. The shop had a wide range of items and a good selection of welsh langauge books for the young scientists. A cafe lies just off the shop with good views of the bay.Written 10 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Barry CSalisbury49 contributionsWe arrived just before 10am for the first tour of the day. Peter took us round showing us all the equipment, including a huge motor for winding the cage for coal and miners up and down and taking us down into the mine to see what it looked like underground (only 20 meters down, not the full 1400 ft).
As Peter had worked at the mine, he had a lot to tell us about how things used to be, and it was all very interesting. The tour took about an hour, after which we had a look at the museum, which gave more information about the lives of the people outside the pits.
The coal, by the way, was good quality: nice and shiny, almost metallic.Written 29 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Cindy TPinellas Park, FL92 contributionsThis was an easy bus ride from Cardiff city center to Black Lion, then a quick walk to the cathedral. Stunning architecture inside and out. If you’re lucky the organist will be practicing and you can sit and enjoy the beautiful acoustics they have. It just felt very peaceful inside and I sat for a while and just took it all in. lovely little town as well.Written 13 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- iamfaceCardiff, UK1,517 contributionsa bit busy at sunny friday. many ship come and go out so that the bridge open and close many time. anyway. good for stay here and visit end of road that has lovely small house.Written 9 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nungee1 contributionWe were given a warm welcome on this vineyard tour, with its pretty country setting, interesting & amusing information, friendly staff, llamas (!) and generous samples of its wines. The food served was locally sourced and delicious.
The whole experience was so enjoyable and informal (in contrast to more corporate-type tours). Moreover, our voucher expiry date was kindly extended by some considerable time because of restrictions in us visiting earlier.Written 19 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - David DDevon, UK20,415 contributionsWe spent two nights in Cardiff Bay the 19th and 20th October during this time we visited the Quay a number of times.
This waterfront Quay was part of the massive investment for the Dock and Bay regeneration programme and it opened in 1999.
It is has numerous bars, restaurants, cafes and shops. However there are other interesting aspects to be seen and explored.
Close by the "Spoons" pub, the Mount Stuart, which we visited more than once, there is the small Landsea Square and it's Water Feature. In front of the pub on the waterfront there is the Landsea Gardens and the Rugby Players Statue
From the Quay there are views across the Plass to three very different styles of buildings, all of national importance, Welsh Millennium Centre, The Senedd, Parliament and the historic Pierhead Building.
We walked across the wooden footbridge , than spans Roald Dahl Plass, to the Quay from near Pierhead Building. From the footbridge we overlooked The Plass and its pillars and seventy foot tall water tower.
There were pieces of industrial machinery dotted around the place, a reminded of the area's history and former use.
We had dinner on the Quay both nights, first night in Demiro's and the next night in Duchess of Delhi (both reviewed separately).
Kiosks and their jetties lined up along the waterfront, from here it was possible to take boat trips around the bay and into the City.
Most of the places mentioned in the review are reviewed separately.Written 2 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cardiff
- The top attractions to visit in Cardiff are:
- St Fagans National Museum of History
- Principality Stadium
- Cardiff Castle
- Cardiff Bay
- National Museum Cardiff
- The best outdoor activities in Cardiff according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Taff Valley Quad Bike & Activity Centre
- Mountain View Ranch
- Bute Park
- Roath Park
- Rhondda Heritage Park - A Welsh Coal Mining Experience
- The best day trips from Cardiff according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- The Wandering Bard Tour of South Wales
- The mythical West Wales tour
- Cardiff Day Tour from London
- Cardiff’s Private Full-Day Bardic Journey
- Wye Valley and Tintern Abbey Escape from Cardiff - Private Tour
- The most popular things to do in Cardiff with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Active Reality
- Exitus Escape Rooms
- Taff Valley Quad Bike & Activity Centre
- Boulders Indoor Climbing Centre
- Mountain View Ranch
Cardiff Attractions Information
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