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2-hour Life Drawing Session in Cardiff

Type: Classes and Workshops

Duration: 2 Hours
2-hour Life Drawing Session in Cardiff
- Type:
  Classes and Workshops
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

Whether youre a keen artist or have never tried drawing before, this 2-hour life-drawing session in Cardiff will help you develop your skills. All necessary art materials will be provided so you can sketch the live, nude model (who may be of any gender) in many ways. Guidance will be given so you feel confident sketching about ten different pieces.

Suitable for a range of artistic levels

Includes the use of all sketching materials

Hot drinks will be provided

Benefit from the presence of a live guide

INCLUDES

A nude life model

Artists Materials

EXCLUDES

Transport to the venue

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Little Man Coffee

We will meet you in Little Man Coffee Company, a fine trendy city centre cafe, and guide you to the art studio downstairs.

Options and Start time

2-hour Life Drawing Session in Cardiff:

06:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You will be guided through a two hour life drawing session. There will be a nude model in the room and they could be male or female. Often we have two models working alongside each other.

Basic art materials will be provided and if you have never drawn before guidance on where to begin, how to be expressive and how to sketch using measuring will all be given.

You will leave with about ten sketches of between five and fifteen minutes of sketching duration.

Duration: 2 hours

ADDITIONAL INFO

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Cardiff by Operation City Quest

Type: Unique Experiences

Duration: 2 Hours
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Cardiff by Operation City Quest
- Type:
  Unique Experiences
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

To play Operation City Quest in Cardiff, you'll use an app to gather points by completing exciting tasks and finding objects around the city in any order you choose. Use strategy to gain the most points on the app's leaderboard and beat out other teams. Our scavenger hunt has a remote host that will help throughout the game via chat. Let's get competing in Cardiff.

INCLUDES

All Fees and Taxes

2 hours with a remote interactive guide

All scavenger hunt activities

Access to app to participate in scavenger hunt

EXCLUDES

Use of Activity-owned smartphone

Private transportation

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

3 St John St

The meeting point is the suggested starting location to start the scavenger hunt app from. Within 24 hours after booking, you should receive a message via Viator/Tripadvisor with your instructions for the hunt.

Options and Start time

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Cardiff by Operation City Quest:

02:30 PM, 03:00 PM, 03:30 PM, 04:00 PM, 04:30 PM, 05:00 PM, 05:30 PM, 06:00 PM, 06:30 PM, 07:00 PM, 07:30 PM, 08:00 PM, 08:30 PM, 09:00 PM, 09:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Explore Cardiff with Operation City Quest scavenger hunt! Using an app, you'll be given a checklist of exciting challenges to complete and objects to find around the city. Take a photo of each object you find and the challenges your team completes, in any order you'd like, to get points. You'll also have a friendly remote host available via chat during your game to answer any questions and give you more challenges. The goal of Operation City Quest in Cardiff is to get as many points as you can and hopefully reach #1 on the app's rankings.

Duration: 2 hours

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

Type: Escape Rooms and other Games

Duration: 1 Hours
Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff
- Type:
  Escape Rooms and other Games
- Duration:
  1 Hours
OVERVIEW

Experience a world of contraband and corruption at Alcotraz, the world's first immersive, prison-themed cocktail bar. Don an orange jumpsuit, navigate hidden cell blocks, and enjoy specially tailored cocktails while keeping your contraband liquor hidden from the corrupt guards and the prying eyes of The Warden. Immerse yourself at the bar behind bars, where the serving inmates are your bartenders, the guards are crooked and you become a part of the story. Bring your own bottle of liquor and work with the guards to keep it hidden from the Warden. See your smuggled liquor transformed into 4 bespoke cocktails in front of your very own eyes. Receive your identity and backstory in a fully-immersive experience with real metallic cells, orange jumpsuits, and more.

INCLUDES

All ingredients to make you cocktails such as liqueurs, bitters, syrups etc.

Immersive theatre show

EXCLUDES

Please bring your own base spirit such as gin, rum, whisky if you are wanting alcoholic cocktails.

Premium ticket benefits of buying direct, such as souvenirs and merchandise.

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Brewery Quarter

Please note that this platform does not display live availability. After booking, we will do our best to secure tickets for your chosen date and time but on occasions you might be contacted to arrange an alternative date or time.

Options and Start time

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff:

02:15 PM, 04:40 PM, 07:05 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Successfully smuggle your liquor past the Warden and serve your time with a covert supply of personalised cocktails. This is the bar behind bars, where the serving inmates are your bartenders, the guards are crooked and you become a part of the story. Welcome to Alcotraz Penitentiary, the first prison-themed speakeasy to come to Cardiff!

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Cardiff

Type: Nightlife and Clubbing

Duration: 4 Hours
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Cardiff
- Type:
  Nightlife and Clubbing
- Duration:
  4 Hours
OVERVIEW

Our Party Passes offer a flexible way to experience popular weekend nightlife venues. Designed for both small and large groups, they provide pre-arranged guestlist access to selected bars and clubs across the UK.

You are free to visit as many or as few of the included venues as you wish, at your own pace, making this a great option for those who prefer an independent night out rather than a fixed itinerary.

This experience is not a guided tour. There is no host and no timetable to follow. Instead, your group is placed on the guestlist at each participating venue. On arrival, simply give your name at the door to receive guestlist entry. Where a standard door charge applies, entry is included at no additional cost.

INCLUDES

Queue jump and entry fees (at venues that have them)

EXCLUDES

Drinks

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Cardiff

PLEASE NOTE* This is a self-guided tour with no guide

Options and Start time

Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Cardiff: 12/30/2025 - 12/29/2026

Friday, Saturday: 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff

Start your evening by visiting the bars on your Party Pass, if there is a queue, you can just walk straight to the doorstaff and give them your name to get straight in (R.O.A.R). Later, you can head to the nightclubs for your free entry and queue jump, to party until the small hours

6 hours -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Type: Cruises and Boating Tours

Duration: 45 Minutes
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
- Type:
  Cruises and Boating Tours
- Duration:
  45 Minutes
OVERVIEW

Enjoy stunning views over beautiful Cardiff Bay on this panoramic boat tour. Hop aboard your sightseeing boat at Mermaid Quay, then cruise onto the waters as the on-board commentary sheds light on the regions rich history. Along the way, learn of the regeneration that has shaped the bay we see today and take in top landmarks including the Barrage and its lock gates, the Old Docks, the Wales Millennium Centre, the Welsh Assembly, and the Wetlands Nature Reserve.

Cardiff Bay sightseeing boat tour from Mermaid Quay

Gain insight into Cardiff Bays comprehensive regeneration from the on-board commentary

Watch for native wildlife at the Wetlands Nature Reserve

Stop at Penarth Barrage to explore the area or allow others to join or

INCLUDES

Recorded commentary

All taxes, fees and handling charges

EXCLUDES

Food and drinks

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Cardiff Cruises

Lower Boardwalk, Mermaid Quay

Options and Start time

Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay11:00:

11:00 AM

Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay12:00:

12:00 PM

Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay13:00:

01:00 PM

Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay14:00:

02:00 PM

Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay15:00:

03:00 PM

Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay16:00:

04:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff Cruises

Enjoy a relaxing tour to Cardiff Bay and Mermaid Quay with the Cardiff Bay Boat Tour. Cardiff Bay was created by the Cardiff Barrage in South Cardiff. The regeneration of Cardiff Bay is now widely regarded as one of the most successful regeneration projects in the United Kingdom.

Witness remarkable landscapes and locations such as the famous Wales Millenium Centre, the Welsh Assembly, the Dr. Who Assembly the Barrage and it's lock gates, it's old docks and the Wetlands Nature Reserve.

You can also choose to join the tour from the Barrage and visit Mermaid Quay, famous for it's shopping and leisure district.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Refunds will not be issued if tour is missed due to late or non-arrival

Please note: you must reconfirm directly with the supplier, refer to voucher for details

Please arrive 15 minutes before departure

We have 2 boats that are in service for our Bay Tours. You may be booked on either. These boats are alternated for trips in conjunction with peak season and also weather forecast.

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Bay Private Guided Walking Tour

Type: Private and Custom Tours

Duration: 2 Hours
Cardiff Bay Private Guided Walking Tour
- Type:
  Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

On this 2 hour historical and cultural Cardiff Bay walking tour, we'll delve deeper into Cardiff's political and industrial history, and discover stories and iconic structures old and new.

Cardiff Bay was once one of the world's most significant ports, at the centre of the international coal trade by the early, turning the small town of Cardiff into the capital of Wales.

Its former prominence as a major docklands has resulted in a rich history of industry, immigration & diversity.

Today, it is Europe's largest waterfront development project, and Cardiff's centre of culture, entertainment and politics, yet still contains many references to its grittier and sometimes glorious past as Tiger Bay.

INCLUDES

Native English language guide

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

Snacks

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Millennium Centre

We meet outside the main entrance of the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff Bay, underneath the giant letters that dominate the facade of the iconic building. The guide will be carrying a green umbrella.

Options and Start time

Cardiff Bay Private Guided Walking Tour :

02:00 PM, 11:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Wales Millennium Centre

The tour starts outside the modern centrepiece of the regenerated Cardiff Bay. One of Wales' most iconic buildings, we will discover its history, architecture and significance to modern Wales.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: Mermaid Quay

The creation of Mermaid Quay in the 1990s has played a major part in the rejuvenation of the Bay.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Bay Barrage defines the modern waterfront. Today's freshwater lake makes for a spectacular backdrop to the iconic historic and modern buildings that line the bay, and it makes for a lovely stroll as well.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Norwegian Church Arts Centre

One of the most iconic buildings of Cardiff Bay is the Norwegian Church. Founded by Norwegian sailors in the nineteenth century, it was the baptismal place of one of Cardiff's most famous sons, Roald Dahl.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

5: Senedd

The home of the Welsh Parliament, we will discuss the process that brought devolution to Wales while taking in the architecture of one of the Bay's newest additions.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: Pierhead Building

The iconic historic building of Cardiff Bay, the Pierhead was inspired by the 3rd Marquess of Bute and his vast wealth in the 1890s, the architecture of which is still striking today.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

7: Roald Dahl Plass

We finish in the central plaza of Cardiff Bay, Roald Dahl Plass, to discuss the famous author's life, the evolution of the plaza from industrial basin to today's cultural space.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Type: City Walking Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
- Type:
  City Walking Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Discover Cardiff from a local's perspective on this private walking tour. Stroll past landmarks including the Animal Wall, Bute Gardens, and Cardiff Market as your guide shares stories of the city's history and culture. With a flexible pace and time for questions, you can shape the tour around your interestswhether that's independent shops, vibrant street art, or standout architecturewhile gaining your bearings with ease.

Beat the crowds on this private walking tour around Cardiff

Follow your guide through vibrant streets, ticking off top landmarks you might miss alone

Learn about Cardiff's rich history and culture as your guide shares insights

This two-hour tour is great for seeing more in less time

INCLUDES

Guided Tour

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Cardiff Central Library

Under the large circle monument at the front of the Library

Options and Start time

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour:

01:00 PM, 11:00 AM

End point

Cardiff Castle

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff

Arrive at the meeting point and then follow your guide through the vibrant streets of Cardiff. Explore on foot and learn about this city's rich history and culture. See the Animal Wall, Bute Gardens and Cardiff Market. After this, check out St John's Church, a 12th-century medieval building. Wonder through Cardiff's arcades, known for their cafes, artisan shops, and beautiful architecture. Also, admire the Edwardian Baroque architecture of City Hall, which was opened in 1906. Pass by the National Museum, a famous art gallery. Admire the city's street art during the tour. Check out the city's stadium, and find out the best restaurants. Ask your guide any questions you have, so you can discover the city's hidden gems. Finally, walk to Cardiff Castle and finish the tour at this Victorian Gothic building that dates back to the 11th century.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

2: Principality Stadium Tours

The home of Welsh Rugby, an iconic rugby stadium & a dominating feature of Cardiff's skyline

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included

3: Bute Park

A truly stunning park in the heart of the city which is not only beautiful but has a great history

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Cardiff Castle

We'll go from 57AD and the Romans to the development the years

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience

Type: Street Food and Markets Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience
- Type:
  Street Food and Markets Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Experience Cardiffs vibrant foodie scene on this walking tour through the citys historic shopping arcades. Sample charcuterie, cheese toasties, Welsh cakes, and more at seven curated stops around the capital, paired with two glasses of Italian wine and sherry. Learn about local history and culture as you wander at a relaxed pace with built-in time for browsing the shops.

Enjoy a curated tasting journey that highlights Cardiffs best bits

Visit independent eateries you might not have otherwise discovered

Make the most of your trip with personal recommendations from your guide

Join a small group capped at eight for a more intimate experience

SAMPLE MENU

Starter

Second breakfast!

Choice of granola or banana bread with tea/coffee

Starter

Charcuterie platter

Selection of tasters of continental charcuterie

Starter

Cheese and wine taster

Delicious cheese toastie served with glass of white/rose or red wine

Starter

Welshcake

Warm welshcake - choice of traditional or daily flavour.

Main

Keralan cuisine (Southern India)

Choice of Keralan Fried Chicken and Bombay Fries or Vegetarian option

Dessert

Gelato

Delicious taster of gelato - choice of flavours

Dessert

Cava or IPA

Choice of Spanish Cava or IPA with chocolate truffle taster

INCLUDES

Glass of italian wine and sherry tastings

Guide is not licensed or certified

Coffee and/or Tea

EXCLUDES

Additional drinks

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Waterloo Tea (Wyndham Arcade)

Meeting point: Outside Waterloo Tearooms, Wyndham Arcade. 21-25 Wyndham Arcade, Cardiff CF10 1FH. Your Loving Welsh Food guide will be waiting for you outside Waterloo Tearooms. End location: Bar 44, 14 - 23 Westgate Street Cardiff CF10 1DD

Options and Start time

Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience:

11:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

On our City of Arcades Food Experience you'll enjoy exploring the cosmopolitan food scene of Cardiff's beautiful arcades. Enjoy 7 small courses in 7 different venues with 2 glasses of wine! (Max 8 pax.) 11 00am - 3 30pm

Runs alternating Fridays and Saturdays. If these dates don't suit you, you can book the tour privately!

On the tour, you'll discover Cardiff's thriving food scene. As you walk from one venue to the next (at a very leisurely pace with a little time for shopping) youll learn about Cardiffs varied and lively history, as well as getting the chance to admire the citys wonderful architecture and many landmarks.

The Loving Welsh Food guide will share his/her stories with you and offer you a unique and personal tour of Cardiff.

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know before the tour.

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff City Private Driven Sightseeing Tour

Type: Private and Custom Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff City Private Driven Sightseeing Tour
- Type:
  Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Explore Cardiff with us. Our city sightseeing tour is a must for first time visitors to the city.

You will see more of Cardiff than other other tour provider in the city, as our tour covers more of Cardiff than any one else.

Being a driven tour, there is no walking involved. This allows us to show you more in less time. Being a private, personal tour, your guide will be available to you and only you, to answer any questions you may have.

All our driver guides are friendly and knowledgeable, and will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the culture and history of Wales as a whole, and Cardiff in particular.

Although car based, you will not be trapped in the car for the duration of the tour if you do not wish to be. This tour stops at Llandaff Cathedral, where you will have the chance to independently visit the Cathedral.

INCLUDES

Air-conditioned vehicle

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

National Museum Cardiff

Your driver guide will meet you outside The Museum by their vehicle. We will advise their vehicle the day before your tour is due to take place

Options and Start time

Private Tour:

09:30 AM, 11:45 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Cardiff Castle (Pass by)

A truly spectacular Castle, sitting proudly right in Cardiff City Centre imperiously looking over the city. Whilst not being the tallest or largest structure in the City, it is is still one of the largest buildings and dominates the surrounding area.

Principality Stadium Tours (Pass by)

The Principality is a 74,500 all seater multi use arena in the heart of Cardiff City Centre. It is the 2nd largest stadium in the world with a retractable roof. Only the 80,000 capacity AT&T Stadium in Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys, is bigger. There are however, a couple of stadiums in America whose capacity is expandable above the Principalitys Capacity. Nothing anywhere else in the world comes close. Krestovsky Stadium (66,881) in St Petersburg Russia, is the closest outside North America in terms of capacity.

Wales Millennium Centre (Pass by)

The Wales Millennium Centre is located in Cardiff Bay and is home to The Welsh National Opera. The National Dance Company & BBC Welsh National Orchestra of Wales are also based there. As are numerous other arts organisations.

Building work began in 2002 and was fully opened in 2009. The Centre comprises 3 theatres, the main one being the 1897 capacity Donald Gordon Theatre. In addition there are two smaller theatres. One with 350 seats, and a third one with 250 seats. There are also a number of function rooms, rehearsal spaces, dance studios and orchestra space. A number of bars, restaurants and cafes are located in the Foyer area. These are open to the public during the day and evening.

Roald Dahl Plass (Pass by)

Roald Dahl Plass is a large open space in Cardiff Bay in front of the Wales Millennium Centre. It is named after the famous children author Roald Dahl who was born in Cardiff. This public space has been the site of many events and exhibitions. Most summers, the Plass is converted into a huge Beach, complete with fairground rides. In 2018, it was it was the focus of the National Eisteddfod held in the city. In 2017, a large stage was constructed as part of the Champions League Festival, in the build up to the UEFA Champions League Final. DJ Steve Aoki headlined a free concert there the night before the final.

Cardiff Bay Barrage (Pass by)

Cardiff Bay Barrage took 7 years to build. In the 1990s, it was one of the largest civil engineering projects in Europe. At a cost of £120m the Barrage opened in 2001. Sitting on the mouth of the Severn Estuary, Cardiff experienced the same tidal ranges as the rest of the Severn Estuary, which are the 2nd highest in the world. This meant that when the tide went out, large mudflats were exposed. Cardiff was susceptible to flooding from tidal surges. The construction of the Barrage helped solve both these issues. First it stopped water going out with the tide, making the area more attractive, usable and likely to attract investment, whilst also protecting Cardiff from flooding by keeping tidal surges out.

The Barrage created a 2 square kilometre freshwater lake. Its construction started the regeneration of Cardiff Bay and Cardiff as a whole. Today the Barrage also provides a walk and cycle path linking Penarth and Cardiff.

Roath Park (Pass by)

Roath Park is a popular destination for families and joggers alike, located in the north of Cardiff. Covering a total of 130 acres. The park is split in two. Roath Park Lake, and Roath Park Recreation Ground, or Roath Park Rec.

The Northern part of the Park is known as Roath Park Lake, due to the lake that covers half of this part of the park and is 1.3 Miles around. Home to many water birds, such as Swans and Geese, the lake is also popular with anglers, and has rowing and pedal boats that can be hired.

A small lighthouse was added in 1915, to commemorate Captain Scott. His ill fated exhibition to the Antarctic, which left set off from Cardiff in 1910 on the ship. Terra Nova.

As well as the lake, the northern half of the Park also has an extensive garden. This is home to 12 Champion Trees, and a Conservatory. The conservatory, has a tropical feel to it, and houses a pond with many fish, and is surrounded by unusual plants such as banana trees and palms.

Llandaff Cathedral (Pass by)

Constructed in the 12th Century, Llandaff Cathedral was built over an existing church. Believed to be an ancient Celtic church, of unknown age. It is one of two Cathedrals in the Cardiff, and is located in Llandaff, a City within a City.

Cathays Park - Cardiff Civic Centre (Pass by)

Cathays Park is Cardiffs Civic Centre, and contains many impressive and Listed Buildings. Formerly part of Cardiff Castle grounds, the land was purchased by Cardiff Council from the 3rd Marquess of Bute in 1898. The Marquess stipulated as a condition of the sale, that the land could only be used for civic, cultural and educational purposes, and the avenues were to be preserved.

Alexandra Gardens is one of 3 Gardens located within Cathays Park. It is the largest of the 3 and contains formal lawns, with island flowerbeds and trees. The Welsh National War Memorial, is in the centre of the park, and was unveiled in 1928. Since then a number of other smaller memorials have been added to the park including one for the Falklands and Spanish Civil Wars.

Pierhead Building (Pass by)

This distinctive red brick building in Cardiff Bay is Grade I listed and was built in 1897 by architect William Frame. Frames mentor had been William Burges and the building is built in a French-Gothic Renaissance theme, likely inspired by Burges. Originally owned by the Bute Docks Company, it was the HQ for the company. After the 2nd World War became the administrative offices for the Port of Cardiff. As the docks declined, The Pierhead building was all but abandoned. Following redevelopment of Cardiff Bay, the Pierhead Building was reopened as an exhibition and visitor centre by the Welsh Assembly. Today the Pierhead Building is home to an exhibition that charts the rise and fall of Cardiff as a port, and the subsequent rebirth of Cardiff Bay.

Senedd (Pass by)

We will drive past the home of the Welsh Government in Cardiff Bay. Here you will see the balance of old and new, as the Modern Senedd building sits next to some of the oldest buildings in Cardiff Bay

National Museum Cardiff (Pass by)

Home of thousands of works artefacts and pieces of art. The National Art Gallery, which is part of the museum, is considered by many to be the home of the most impressive body of impressionist art in the world, outside the Louvre

Scott Memorial Lighthouse (Pass by)

Memorial for Captain Scott's ill fated expedition to the Antarctic which set sail from Cardiff on The Terra Nova in 1910

Cardiff City Stadium (Pass by)

Home of Cardiff City FC, and the Welsh National Football Team. Opened in 2009. it is the second largest stadium in Wales

ADDITIONAL INFO

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

If you are bookings this tour on behalf of someone else, please ensure you provide their phone number and not your own. We will require this so we can communicate with them directly ahead of the tour. We will provide your driver guide details via Whatsapp to the number provided when making the booking, between 4:00pm and 8:00pm the day before your tour. This will include their name and direct contact number, should you have trouble locating each other on the day. As well as their vehicle details, Make, Model, Colour, Registration. If you are bookings this tour on behalf of someone else, please ensure you provide their phone number and not your own. We will require this so we can communicate with them directly ahead of the tour

Communication from your driver on the day will be via WhatsApp ONLY. If you do not have WhatsApp your driver may not be able to contact you

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour

Type: Private and Custom Tours

Duration: 2 Hours
Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour
- Type:
  Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

Learn more about Cardiffs history and present on a two-hour guided walking tour through the central city. Dont struggle to keep up with your group or to hear the guide as this is a private tour. Listen to your guides colorful storiesincluding everything from Tudor history to Welsh rugbyas you pass highlights such as Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, the Principality Stadium, and elsewhere.

A must-do tour for travelers interested in history

Receive personalized attention on a private tour

Ideal for first-time visitors to the Welsh capital

Best suited to mobile travelers as this is a walking tour

INCLUDES

Native English-speaking tour guide

EXCLUDES

Snacks

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

376 Castle St

The meeting point is outside the front entrance of Cardiff Castle on Castle St in central Cardiff. The guide will be carrying a green umbrella and/or wearing a green name badge.

Options and Start time

Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour:

01:30 PM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle's history spans 2,000 years, from roman fort to gothic revival palace. We will discuss its history, unique features and the important families who owned this centrepiece of the Welsh capital.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included

2: St John The Baptist City Parish Church

St. John's is the second oldest surviving building in central Cardiff, a symbol of the original Cardiff village centre. Here we will discuss the origins and evolution of the city we have today from its humble origins to Welsh capital.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Cardiff Market

Popular with visitors and locals alike, Cardiff Market is over 130 years old and is as relevant today as ever before. Not only does the building have a fascinating, and horrifying, history, but it is the home of Welsh cuisine, such as Welsh cakes, Laverbread and Bara Brith.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Principality Stadium Tours

The Principality Stadium is the home of Welsh rugby, is one of the most famous stadiums in the world and it sits right in the centre of the city. Discover our national sport and the Welsh national anthem at this iconic sporting venue.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included

5: Cooper's Field

Cardiff has more green space than people expect, and the icon of Cardiff's parklands is Bute Park. It's named after city's most significant family, and contains thousands of trees and more history than meets the eye.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: City Hall

Cardiff's Civic Centre neighbourhood is the architectural wonder of the city, featuring iconic structures such as City Hall, the National Museum and Glamorgan Building, which all surround a fascinating park full of war memorials.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

7: Castle Quarter Arcade

Cardiff's arcades are synonymous with the city, and serve as a reminder of the city's nineteenth century industrial heritage. Full of unique, independent shops, these streets are not to be missed.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff City Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour

Type: Bus and Minivan Group Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff City Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour
- Type:
  Bus and Minivan Group Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Hop-on and off to explore all the attractions and famous landmarks in and around Wales' capital city!

With 10 bus stops along our route, with our city sightseeing bus you'll be sure to see Cardiff Castle and Bute Park, Principality Stadium, Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay, National Museum of Wales, Cardiff's Civic Centre and more! Discover the city in a new way with our open top bus.

There's a recorded commentary in English to keep you informed of the sights you will see on this tour with many interesting facts that tell the story of Cardiff's rich history.

INCLUDES

Recorded commentary

Public transportation

Bus ticket (valid for 2 consecutive days)

MEETING AND PICKUP

Start time

Cardiff City Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour:02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

WHAT TO EXPECT

Cardiff: City Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

4 stops

2 points of interests

Duration: 1 hour
Operating schedule: Departure from the first stop at 10:00 and then at 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00 & 16:00. Last departure from Cardiff Bay at 16:25.
Stops:

1: CF10 3FD

Bus stop GR - Kingsway

2: CF10 1FE

Bus Stop NB (opposite Walkabout Inn)

3: Millennium Centre

Bute Place

4: National Museum Cardiff

Points of interest passed on this route

Cardiff City Stadium

Techniquest

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adults lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Coastal Private Adventure: From Mumbles to Majestic Bays

Type: Day Trips and Excursions

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff Coastal Private Adventure: From Mumbles to Majestic Bays
- Type:
  Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Embark on a mesmerizing journey from Cardiff, traveling along the southern coastline, passing quaint towns, and diving deep into the heart of South Wales breathtaking beauty. Explore the inviting Mumbles, savoring the delights of the Mumbles Mile and its iconic pier. As the salty breeze caresses your face, traverse the untouched Gower Peninsula, hiking from Langland Bay to Caswell Bay, and experiencing nature in its rawest form. Stand atop dramatic sea cliffs and witness the unparalleled beauty of Worms Head and the iconic Rhossili Bay, a global beachfront marvel. Engage in enthralling tales of piracy, adventure, and legendary myths unique to Gower and Wales, all while indulging in delicious local food. Conclude your expedition back in Cardiff, taking memories of a lifetime.

INCLUDES

Professional local tour guide

Transportation

EXCLUDES

Lunch

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Cardiff Coastal Private Adventure: From Mumbles to Majestic Bays:

08:00 AM, 09:00 AM

Pickup details

We provide pick up and drop off in Cardiff.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff

Meet your enthusiastic guide and embark on an adventure through the scenic wonders of South Wales from Cardiff's bustling hub. Total transport time is included.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Free

2: Mumbles

Stroll through the picturesque "Mumbles Mile", marveling at the splendid pier and the distant lighthouse. Relish the serene atmosphere and savor a delightful ice cream on the boardwalk.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Langland Bay

Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of the Gower Peninsula. Commence your hike from the charming Langland Bay, basking in the tranquility of nature.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

4: Caswell Bay

Traverse the dramatic coastal path, capturing breathtaking views and unforgettable memories. Revel in the raw beauty of the landscape as you journey to the serene Caswell Bay.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

5: Worm's Head

Marvel at the iconic Worms Head and gaze upon the sweeping vistas of Rhossili Bay, a jewel among global beaches. Let the panoramic views captivate your soul.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Dance Party Package

Type: Nightlife and Clubbing

Duration: 2 Hours
Cardiff Dance Party Package
- Type:
  Nightlife and Clubbing
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

Looking for a ultimate party experience, something for the ladies! ...
Then this is perfect.

Think -

Male Strippers!
Dance or Pole Party!
Bottles of Bubbly!
Venue Hire!
Free Parking!

Unlimited fun & giggles with your friends, which is the perfect party package!

INCLUDES

Two bottles of Bubbly

EXCLUDES

Private transportation

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Pole Twisters

If you look for an industrial estate with blue & yellow decor you are at the right place. Go through the gates and our unit is the first on the left.

Options and Start time

Cardiff Dance Party Package:

01:00 AM, 01:00 PM, 01:15 AM, 01:15 PM, 01:30 AM, 01:30 PM, 01:45 AM, 01:45 PM, 02:00 AM, 02:00 PM, 02:15 AM, 02:15 PM, 02:30 AM, 02:30 PM, 02:45 AM, 02:45 PM, 03:00 AM, 03:00 PM, 03:15 AM, 03:15 PM, 03:30 AM, 03:30 PM, 03:45 AM, 03:45 PM, 04:00 AM, 04:00 PM, 04:15 AM, 04:15 PM, 04:30 AM, 04:30 PM, 04:45 AM, 04:45 PM, 05:00 AM, 05:00 PM, 05:15 AM, 05:15 PM, 05:30 AM, 05:30 PM, 05:45 AM, 05:45 PM, 06:00 AM, 06:00 PM, 06:15 AM, 06:15 PM, 06:30 AM, 06:30 PM, 06:45 AM, 06:45 PM, 07:00 AM, 07:00 PM, 07:15 AM, 07:15 PM, 07:30 AM, 07:30 PM, 07:45 AM, 07:45 PM, 08:00 AM, 08:00 PM, 08:15 AM, 08:15 PM, 08:30 AM, 08:30 PM, 08:45 AM, 08:45 PM, 09:00 AM, 09:00 PM, 09:15 AM, 09:15 PM, 09:30 AM, 09:30 PM, 09:45 AM, 09:45 PM, 10:00 AM, 10:00 PM, 10:15 AM, 10:15 PM, 10:30 AM, 10:30 PM, 10:45 AM, 10:45 PM, 11:00 AM, 11:00 PM, 11:15 AM, 11:15 PM, 11:30 AM, 11:30 PM, 11:45 AM, 11:45 PM, 12:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:15 AM, 12:15 PM, 12:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 12:45 AM, 12:45 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

90 min DANCE PARTY OF YOUR CHOICE (Abba, Dirty Dancing, Pole Dancing & more)
2x BOTTLES OF BUBBLY
MALE STRIPPER
UP TO 2 HOURS AT OUR VENUE

Price £350 for up to 30 guests, no minimum numbers

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

ADDITIONAL INFO

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Doctor Who Private Walking Tour

Type: Movie, TV and Pop Culture Tours

Duration: 3 Hours
Cardiff Doctor Who Private Walking Tour
- Type:
  Movie, TV and Pop Culture Tours
- Duration:
  3 Hours
OVERVIEW

If youre a true Doctor Who fan or just interested in the show, this Cardiff Doctor Who Private Walking Tour allows you to hear all about the shows filming in the city without the rush of a massive group tour. A guide who is a Doctor-Who enthusiast themselves takes you around the city sharing the shows facts while also giving you an introduction to Cardiff.

See Doctor Who filming locations in Cardiff while getting a city introduction

A private tour can be customized to your needs and interests

Hear tidbits about even the newest episodes of the show from a guide

A walking tour keeps you active while you sightsee

INCLUDES

Guide

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

Cost of transport to Cardiff Bay (either Train or Taxi)

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Central Station

Please wait outside the main entrance to Cardiff Central Station

Options and Start time

Cardiff Doctor Who Private Walking Tour:

09:00 AM

End point

National Museum Cardiff

The tour will finish the National Museum of Cardiff

WHAT TO EXPECT

Womanby Street (Pass by)

Explore how the same location can be used in two separate Doctor Who episodes, with two very different Doctors. Starting with "The Empty Child/The Doctor Dances" we will explore how this non-descript location is transformed into 1940's Blitz London. Then we will discuss how the same location, filmed from a slightly different angle and 'dressed' in a different way could be used as Pete's World from "Rise of the Cybermen/Age of Steel" with not even the most eagle-eyed fans spotting that it was the same place.

Tiny Rebel Cardiff (Pass by)

The Urban Tap House, owned by the renowned Tiny Rebel brewing company is one of the best pubs in Cardiff. Seen in the background of "Face the Raven" when Rigsy is exploring the streets of London for the alien trap street, at this location you will learn how, and why, Cardiff so often doubles for London in Doctor Who (and several other TV series and films).

From outside the Urban Tap House (please let us know if you are over 18 and would like to stop here for a drink as part of the tour) we will be able to see The Principality Stadium, formally the Millenium Stadium, which is home to Welsh Rugby and several episodes of Doctor Who including the series 1 classic Dalek.

Saint Mary Street (Pass by)

St Mary's Street is seen in the very first episode of 'New' Who "Rose" where James Howell's & Co doubles as Hendrick's department store. Blown up in the very first episode, this well-known departments store in the heart of Cardiff has been used as various Hendrick's department stores including in the episode "Closing Time" where Matt Smith's Doctor finally gets a job!

Wharton Street (Pass by)

Another trap street from "Face The Raven", this is where Peter Capaldi in a break between filming wandered off into a nearby music store and picked up a guitar.

This street is also where some of the funniest scenes from "The Runaway Bride" take place, and where a woman was woken rudely by a Tank! Find out what happened when you take this amazing tour!

1: St John The Baptist City Parish Church

St John The Baptist Church in Cardiff is one of the oldest buildings left in the city. Used as a filming location for "The Runaway Bride" starring Catherine Tate and David Tennant, at this location you will hear about how the production team worked with the church so that they could use the church's organ and organist to play the Wedding March, but also why the Doctor Who team will never be allowed back to film here again. Finally, you will have the chance to find a cyberman hidden inside this ancient church.

Once outside the church, you will learn how filming for the Christmas special "The Voyage of the Dammed" was almost stopped by drunken students, who managed to miss Kylie Minogue who plays Astrid in the episode, who was hidden in plain sights - maybe she was protected by a perception filter!

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Queen's Arcade (Pass by)

Queen's Arcade is seen in the very first episode of Doctor Who, whilst at this location, you will find out how the Doctor Who team managed to fool everyone into thinking that this shopping centre was in London, and how they worked with the centre management to bring the Auton invasion to life.

The Friary (Pass by)

The Friary is another location in Cardiff that is supposed to be in London. Seen in "Dark Water"/"Death in Heaven" two-parter in series 8 it is supposed to be close to St Paul's Cathedral in the City of London. Sadly due to restrictions on filming with firearms in the City of London these sequences had to be filmed in Cardiff. Did the Cybermen and UNIT team cause a scene in Cardiff when they filmed? Find out when we get to this location.

2: Cathays Park

Cathay's Park is one of the finest examples of a early 20th Century Civic Centre. The buildings in this part of Cardiff are constructed using the same stone as St Pauls, making it the perfect stand-in for London. Used numerous times in Doctor Who, this is were Danny Pink dies whilst on the Phone to Clara, and where Bill attends St Luke's University.

After exploring the Civic Centre, we will head to the National Museum Cardiff.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: National Museum Cardiff

The National Museum Cardiff has been seen in numerous episodes of Doctor Who, Sherlock and other film and TV productions set and filmed in Wales. Home to one of the best collections of Impressionist and Post Impressionist Art in the UK it is worth a visit even before you consider its links to Doctor Who.

Whilst at the National Museum, your guide will show you some of the highlights of the collection as well as the spaces used in filming for Doctor Who - including the room where Gallifrey Falls/No More was displayed in the 50th Anniversary special "The Day of the Doctor".

Please note that the Museum is closed on Monday's. Tours booked on Monday will be unable to visit the interior of the museum but other locations will be added to the tour by the guide on the day to compensate for this.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

New Theatre (Pass by)

The new theatre is where sequences for both the Doctor Who episode "The Unquiet Dead" and The Sarah Jane Adventures episode "Secrets of the Stars" were filmed. Sadly we are unable to visit the auditorium of the theatre, but whilst outside the theatre, your guide will explain how The Sarah Jane Adventures came into being, and why they ended so suddenly in 2011.

From the New Theatre, we will walk to Cardiff Queen Street Station, where your guide will help you purchase return train tickets to Cardiff Bay where the final section of our tour will take place.

4: Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Bay is the modern name for the old Cardiff Docks which at their hight were the largest coal exporting docks in the world. Owned by the Marquis of Bute, the Jeff Bezos of the day, the area was as multicultural then as it is today. Home to the Wales Millenium Centre, Roald Dahl Plas, The Senedd, BBC Wales' Studio and countless Doctor Who filming locations. Whilst 'down the bay' as the locals would say, your guide will show you around one of the most interesting, and beautiful parts of Cardiff, the locations used during the filming of Doctor Who, and its more adult spin-off Torchwood including the internationally famous Ianto's Shrine.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

The Coal Exchange Hotel (Pass by)

The Exchange Hotel is the former Coal Exchange in Cardiff. Famous for being where the first 1 Million Pound deal, was agreed in 1904 the area surrounding it is full of Doctor Who filming locations. Used in episodes such as "Rise of the Cybermen" and "The Lie of the Land" to name a few, whilst here your guide will explain how the Doctor Who team manage to film in such a public location without being mobbed by Whovians.

Portland House (Pass by)

Portland House is the former site of the Cardiff Dock branch of the National Provincial Bank which later became National Westminster Bank. Said to be where the first Million Pound Cheque was cashed, Portland House is seen in the hugely popular Doctor Who episode "Blink" as the Police station where Sally Sparrow reports her friend Kathy Nightingale missing.

Mermaid Quay (Pass by)

Mermaid Quay has changed dramatically since the filming of Doctor Who started in 2004. Home to Ianto's Shrine and the Torchwood Hub, here you will have a chance to take photos outside the famous shrine and see what people have left here in memory of the fictional torchwood character.

Senedd (Pass by)

The Senedd is the home to the Welsh Parliament (formally the National Assembly of Wales) and when open we will take a few moments to explore this iconic building. Used as Lazarus Labs in the episode "The Lazarus Experiment" whilst here your guide will explain how the Doctor Who team manage to film in such an important government building, and how Doctor Who is more important than James Bond!

5: Wales Millennium Centre

The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the newest and most iconic buildings in Cardiff. Home to several resident arts organisations, including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and the BBC National Chorus of Wales (both of which regularly provide music for Doctor Who) the Millennium Centre itself, is a major location in several episodes of Doctor Who. Perhaps most notable for its appearance in New Earth, the Wales Millennium Centre has also been seen in "The Sounds of Drums", "The Girl Who Waited" and "Vincent and the Doctor".

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Roald Dahl Plass (Pass by)

Roald Dahl Plass is named after the famous children's author and son of the city of Cardiff. Educated at Llandaff Cathedral School he is just one of the famous Welsh cultural icons whose lives are celebrated throughout the city of Cardiff.

Roald Dahl Plass' most iconic feature is the Water Tower, a water fountain built by Nicholas Hare Architects and the sculptor William Pye which many people recognise as one of the entrances to the Torchwood Hub.

We will end the tour in Roald Dahl Plass, where your guide will be more than willing to suggest nearby places to eat, or point you to Cardiff Bay Train station where you will be able to take the short train journey back to Cardiff Queen Street Station.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Doctor Who Tour of South Wales with Personal Guide.

Type: Movie, TV and Pop Culture Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff Doctor Who Tour of South Wales with Personal Guide.
- Type:
  Movie, TV and Pop Culture Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

This is the perfect tour for die-hard Doctor Who fans! Starting in the morning with the Doctor Who Walking Tour of Cardiff which takes in Cardiff's National Museum, City Centre, and Castle after a brief stop for lunch (where you will also be able to explore Cardiff Castle) we will then travel to the filming locations of Farringham Village, and Leadworth, before finishing in Cardiff Bay. Whilst exploring these filming locations you will uncover the history and importance of the filming locations that you are visiting, how these locations were used in various episodes, how filming was managed, and even some behind-the-scenes secrets!

INCLUDES

Experienced Guide

EXCLUDES

Lunch and any other refreshments purchased during the tour are not included in the cost of this tour.

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Cardiff Doctor Who Tour of South Wales with Personal Guide. :

09:00 AM

Pickup details

We can pick clients up from any location within Cardiff city centre, including Cardiff Bay.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff Bay

The tour will take in the sites from both Doctor Who and Torchwood that were filmed in and around Cardiff Bay, including brand new locations from series 12!

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: Wales Millennium Centre

The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the newest and most iconic buildings in Cardiff. Home to several resident arts organisations, including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and the BBC National Chorus of Wales (both of which regularly provide music for Doctor Who) the Millennium Centre itself, is a major location in several episodes of Doctor Who. Perhaps most notable for its appearance in New Earth, the Wales Millennium Centre has also been seen in "The Sounds of Drums", "The Girl Who Waited" and "Vincent and the Doctor".

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Ianto's Shrine

Whilst at Ianto's Shrine you will be able to admire some of the numerous artefacts and items that fans have left behind to commemorate one of the Whoniverse's most memorable characters.

It is at Ianto's shrine where you are also able to discover how Doctor Who, Torchwood, The Sarah Jane Adventures, and Class have changed the Welsh capital forever!

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Senedd

The National Assembly for Wales, known as the Senedd, is the home of Welsh devolved democracy.

Once through security, you will learn how this government building has been used in Doctor Who and how the James Bond film 'Spectre' was refused filming access.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Roald Dahl Plass (Pass by)

Roald Dahl Plass is named after the famous children's author and son of the city of Cardiff. Educated at Llandaff Cathedral School he is just one of the famous Welsh cultural icons whose lives are celebrated throughout the city of Cardiff. Roald Dahl Plass' most iconic feature is the Water Tower, a water fountain built by Nicholas Hare Architects and the sculptor William Pye which many people recognise as one of the entrances to the Torchwood Hub. After exploring Roald Dahl Plass, your guide will suggest nearby places to eat including a fantastic Italian restaurant used in the filing of "Boomtown". This will give you a chance to explore Cardiff Bay, and one of its eateries before continuing on the next part of our tour.

5: Portland House

Portland House is the former site of the Cardiff Dock branch of the National Provincial Bank which later became National Westminster Bank. Said to be where the first Million Pound Cheque was cashed, Portland House is seen in the hugely popular Doctor Who episode "Blink" as the Police station where Sally Sparrow reports her friend Kathy Nightingale missing.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

The Coal Exchange Hotel (Pass by)

The Exchange Hotel is the former Coal Exchange in Cardiff. Famous for being where the first 1 Million Pound deal, was agreed in 1904 the area surrounding it is full of Doctor Who filming locations. Used in episodes such as "Rise of the Cybermen" and "The Lie of the Land" to name a few, whilst here your guide will explain how the Doctor Who team manage to film in such a public location without being mobbed by Whovians.

After leaving Cardiff Bay, we will drive through the Butetown Tunnel, which was used in both "The Planet of the Dead" and "Spyfall Part One & Two".

6: St Fagans National Museum of History

As part of the tour, we will visit Wales' most popular tourist attraction which is home to numerous historic buildings that have been conserved through their reconstruction at St Fagan's Museum. Several of these buildings have appeared in a popular Tenth Doctor episode, and more recently structures at St Fagins have appeared in the season 12 finale episodes "Ascension of the Cybermen" and "The Timeless Children".

St Fagan's is also where we will take a lunch break either in their excellent cafe or, if prefered customers may bring their own packed lunch or picnic to enjoy within the grounds.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

7: Llandaff Cathedral

Llandaff is one of the most important Christian sites in Wales. Famous for its stunning Cathedral that was heavily damaged by a German landmine during the Second World War, this area of Cardiff is where the author Roald Dahl grew up. As we drive through this quaint area of Cardiff your guide will point out the Cathedral School, where the young Roald Dahl studied, and the site of Mrs Pratchetts sweet shop on Llandaffs High Street which is said to have inspired several of Dahl's stories including Mathilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Once at Llandaff Cathedral, your guide will point out where scenes from "Vincent and the Doctor", "The Eleventh Hour", and "Family of Blood" where filmed and discuss how Wales can double up as France, England, and so many other International destinations without even getting on a plane!

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Cardiff (Pass by)

Discover how the streets of Cardiff have doubled for locations across the world in the hit BBC series Doctor Who.

8: National Museum Cardiff

The National Museum Cardiff has been seen in numerous episodes of Doctor Who, Sherlock and other film and TV productions set and filmed in Wales. Home to one of the best collections of Impressionist and Post Impressionist Art in the UK it is worth a visit even before you consider its links to Doctor Who. Whilst at the National Museum, your guide will show you some of the highlights of the collection as well as the spaces used in filming for Doctor Who - including the room where Gallifrey Falls/No More was displayed in the 50th Anniversary special "The Day of the Doctor". Please note that the Museum is closed on Monday's. Tours booked on Monday will be unable to visit the interior of the museum but other locations will be added to the tour by the guide on the day to compensate for this.

1 hour 20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour

Type: Day Trips and Excursions

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour
- Type:
  Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Our signature Golden Gower day tour is a full-day adventure along Wales stunning south coast.

Departing Cardiff, travel west to Swanseas Maritime Quarter, where vibrant waterfront culture meets maritime heritage at and the legacy of Dylan Thomas.

Next, explore the charming seaside village of Mumbles, with its Victorian pier, iconic lighthouse, independent cafés and boutiques, and sweeping views of Swansea Bay.

Stretch your legs on an optional scenic walk along the Wales Coast Path between Langland Bay and Caswell Bay, enjoying dramatic clifftop vistas and golden sands.

Finally, experience the breathtaking Rhossili Bay, consistently rated among the UKs best beaches, and marvel at the dramatic Worms Head tidal headland.

With an expert guide, well-paced stops, local insight and unforgettable scenery, this Roam Wales tour captures the very best of the Gower Peninsula.

INCLUDES

Transport

Driver and Guide

National Maritime Museum entry

EXCLUDES

Refreshments

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Eglwys Dewi Sant

Meet your driver guide outside the the front of Eglwys Dewi Sant.

Options and Start time

Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour:

09:30 AM

End point

Cardiff Central

Your driver guide will end the tour back in Cardiff City Centre at the South Entrance of Cardiff Central Railway Station.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Swansea Marina

Swanseas Maritime Quarter, centred around the marina and Swansea Bay, combines vibrant waterfront living with maritime and industrial heritage. Wander past beautiful moored yachts, explore the National Waterfront Museum or the centre dedicated to Wales most famous poet, Dylan Thomas. Enjoy cafés, shops and scenic views of Swansea Bay.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

2: Mumbles

The quaint village of Mumbles (also known as Oystermouth) is known as the Gateway to the Gower and marks the beginning of the Gower Peninsulas coastline. It is steeped in history and tradition. Mumbles is famous as the place where the worlds first passenger railway journey took place in 1807, as well as traditional Welsh gifts at the Lovespoon Gallery.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Langland Bay

Ever popular, the coastal walk from Langland Bay to the glorious sandy beach of Caswell Bay is a real must see. With stunning views of amazing coastal scenery, this path offers the chance to spot wildlife such as rare birds, grey seals, lizards and even adders or a basking shark. The rock formations in the cliffs here are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Rhossili Bay

Rhossili Bay has been voted Wales Best Beach 2022 and encompasses one of the Gowers most famous landmarks, Worms Head. This one of the most beautiful places in the UK and the views are beyond compare.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff in a Day

Type: City Walking Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff in a Day
- Type:
  City Walking Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Join our full-day guided tour of Cardiff, where youll explore the citys rich history and vibrant culture, and learn how the city transformed from coal to cool.

Start with a boat trip along the River Taff, taking in views of Cardiff Bay, the Wales Millennium Centre, and the Senedd, before heading to Bute Park for a walk through its green spaces.

Next, stroll through Cardiffs city centre, passing the historic Arcades and Principality Stadium, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant with traditional Welsh dishes.

In the afternoon, visit Cardiff Castle to learn about its history, followed by a tour of the National Museum of Wales, home to fantastic art collections.

Finish with free time to explore Cardiff Market, local parks, or Queen Street shopping. This tour offers the perfect mix of history, culture, and local flavor.

INCLUDES

Aquabus or Water Taxi from the Bay to Bute Park

Guided tour by a qualified Blue or Green Badge tourist guide

Entrance to Cardiff Castle

EXCLUDES

Lunch

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Water Tower by William Pye - Cardiff Bay Art Trail

In front of Welsh Millenium Centre by the Water Tower (a high stainless steel structure covered in a constant flow of rollwaving water )

Options and Start time

Cardiff in a Day :

09:30 AM

End point

Cardiff Castle

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff Castle

Visit to Cardiff Castle

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

2: National Museum Cardiff

Guided tour of the National Museum of Wales Cardiff,captivating journey through Wales' rich history, showcasing stunning art collections. .

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

Senedd (Pass by)

See the home of the Welsh Parliament (Senedd Cymru), where lawmakers gather to discuss and make decisions on policies affecting Wales.

Pierhead Building (Pass by)

See Pierhead Building a historic landmark located on the city's waterfront, known for its striking red sandstone exterior and clock tower.

Cardiff Market (Pass by)

a vibrant, historic indoor market offering a wide variety of local goods, fresh produce, and unique independent stalls, making it a bustling hub in the heart of the city.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adults lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece

Type: Special Events, Shows and Festivals

Duration: 8 Hours
Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece
- Type:
  Special Events, Shows and Festivals
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Transform Cardiff's historic streets into an interactive private mystery adventure. This multi-hour self-guided tour offers an engaging way to explore by decoding symbols, uncovering hidden messages, and solving puzzles while discovering Cardiff's hidden history and local legends at your own pace.

Cover around 2 miles (3km) of Cardiffs city center

Solve multiple cryptic clues over about three hours

Use maps showing cafes and pubs for refreshment breaks

Private tour format offers a personalized experience

INCLUDES

40-page activity booklet in English (containing the story, clues, historical information, and maps))

EXCLUDES

Guide

Alcoholic Beverages

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

North Road

This is a self-guided treasure hunt which begins at the Friary Gardens.

Options and Start time

Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece: 04/29/2025 - 05/12/2027

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 08:00 AM - 08:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Begin your adventure at the site of Cardiff's Friary Gardens and embark on a quest to unravel the unsolved mystery of Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece!

Solve the clues, eliminate the suspects, and unmask the mysterious villain behind Cardiff's most daring robbery!

On your adventure you will discover Cardiff's amazing hidden history, visit its most atmospheric taverns, and soak up legendary stories of the city's most notorious scoundrels!

Make it to the end and you'll be struck by an amazing wow moment when the case is solved and the villain is revealed before your eyes!

Simply grab your Mystery Guide, head to the start, and set off at a time that suits you!

Dont let the villain get away... Your time to start is now!

Each activity booklet contains:
- 16 cryptic clues to find & solve in the historic centre of Cardiff.
- Amazing local history stories to wow your friends.
- A unique story that gradually unfolds throughout your adventure!

Details:
- Walking distance: 3.25km
- Duration: 3 hours

Duration: 3 hours

ADDITIONAL INFO

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Private Dark History Tour

Type: Private and Custom Tours

Duration: 2 Hours
Cardiff Private Dark History Tour
- Type:
  Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

The Cardiff Dark Side Tour shows you the other side of the Welsh capital.

Cardiff is a city renowned for its castle and its rugby stadium, built on the success of the Bute family and the coal exporting industry. However, it has a darker edge that one doesn't see today, one of hangings, executions, graveyards and disease, for example.

Even the most innocuous locations of central Cardiff that we walk by every day may have been the location of execution or slum.

INCLUDES

Experienced native English speaking guide

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

John Batchelor Statue

The walking tour starts from next to the statue of John Batchelor, who sits in the centre of Cardiff city centre on The Hayes. The guide will be carrying a green umbrella.

Options and Start time

Cardiff Private Dark History Tour:

01:30 PM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: The Hayes

We start in the middle of modern Cardiff's most central street. Today an upmarket shopping area, but historically Cardiff's infamous housing courts spread out from this street, as with them came disease.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: House of Fraser

While a major department store today, the site has historically been the location of a chapel, as well as an execution site.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Cardiff Market

Cardiff Central Market is the heart and soul of daily city life today. There's a long history of markets in Cardiff, but the current incarnation infamous for more than it seems.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Womanby Street

Womanby is a rare example of a norse-named street in the Welsh Capital, so it dates back up to 1,000 years. In that time this street has been synonymous with immigration, prostitution, crime and slums.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

5: Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle is the centrepiece of the city and the oldest building in Cardiff. It serves as both the most haunted building in the city as well as previously serving as the main prison in the town.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included

6: St John's Church

Cardiff's second oldest building, it has been a centrepiece of the town throughout its history, associated with hauntings, graveyards and much more.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Private Day Tour Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

Type: Day Trips and Excursions

Duration: 9 Hours
Cardiff Private Day Tour Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay
- Type:
  Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:
  9 Hours
OVERVIEW

Get to know Cardiff better on a private full-day city tour with hotel pickup. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors to the Welsh capital and those short on time. Your local guide will show you all the highlights, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum, Cardiff Bay, and much more. Learn more about Welsh history and culture while getting personalized attention from your guide.

This private tour is customizable to suit your interests

Suitable for private groups of up to 30 people

Entry to Cardiff Castle is included

Hotel pickup is included for your convenience

INCLUDES

Entry To Cardiff Castle

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Cardiff Private Day Tour Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay:

09:00 AM

Pickup details

We will pick up clients from any location within Cardiff City Center, or Cardiff Bay including Cardiff Central Station, Cardiff Bus Station, Cardiff Queen Street Station.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle started life as a Roman Fort, evidence of which is still visible today. Indeed the city of Cardiff gets its name from the old Roman fort, as Cardiff or the Welsh version Caerdydd translates into English as "Fort on the river Taff". Developed by the Normans the castle has seen many changes and was once used as a royal prison. Developed further by various English marcher Lords, the castle fell into ruin in the 16th century. Taken over by the Marquis' of Bute in the 17th Century, it wasn't until the 3rd Marquis that the current version of Cardiff Castle came into being. Described as a victorian escapist dream, it is a stunning former stately home and Welsh national treasure.

Whilst here your guide will show you around the castle, including its most interesting historical features such as a million-pound ceiling, the Second World War Tunnels, and the Museum of Welsh Soldering. Finally, you will be able to climb the castle's keep and see the stunning views of Cardiff.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Included

Saint Mary Street (Pass by)

St Mary's Street has historically been the heart of Cardiff's shopping district. Home to Cardiff's famous market and Victorian arcades, full of beautiful boutiques, cosy cafes, and the oldest record shop in the world, this is your chance to explore a part of Cardiff that is not normally seen on a tour.

Thanks to the nature of this private tour, you will be able to stop and explore any of the shops that take your fancy. You will also hear how these shopping gems are an integral part of life here in Cardiff, from a local guide who has spent many an hour exploring these beautiful arcades with their friends and family.

2: Tiny Rebel Cardiff

The Urban Tap House, owned by the renowned Tiny Rebel brewing company is one of the best pubs in Cardiff (please let us know if you are over 18 and would like to stop here for a drink as part of the tour). From outside the pub, we will be able to see The Principality Stadium, formally the Millenium Stadium, which is home to Welsh Rugby and several episodes of Doctor Who.

Whilst here we will explain how Ruby, a sport developed in an English Public School became the national sport of Wales, how the Millenium Stadium became the first sports stadium in Europe to have a closable roof, why the north stand of the old Cardiff Arm's Park was included in the building, and why for several years the home to Welsh Ruby became the home of the Football Association's Cup Final.

Finally, we will explain how the stadium, with its multi-purpose use, has welcomed some of the biggest names in the music business to Wales for the first time.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Spillers Records

Spillers Records is the oldest record shop in the world and is a South Wales institution. Everyone who lives in, or near Cardiff has brought at least one record from this amazing part of local history.

Regardless of your musical tastes, Spillers will have something for you - often a record that you didn't even know you needed in your life but which will find its way into your possessions and your heart.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Cardiff Market

Cardiff's impressive Victorian covered market is another location that you might not experience unless a local took you there. A favourite with Cardiffians for its diverse range of products on offer, ranging from second-hand books to cakes, to fresh meat and fish, the market is a centre of food excellence. Whilst walking through the market you are free to stop and sample the local delicacies, explore the stalls, and spend, spend, spend!

Previously home to Cardiff's Goal (or Jail) it was outside Cardiff Market where Dic Pendryn was executed. One of Wales' most famous historical figures (although few people outside of Wales have heard of him), your guide will tell you how Dic, a labourer from nearby Merthyr Tydfil was charged with killing a soldier with a bayonet during the famous Merthyr Rising and hanged on the orders of Lord Melbourne - Queen Victoria's first Prime Minister - who was Home Secretary at the time of the riots.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

5: St John The Baptist City Parish Church

St John The Baptist Church in Cardiff is one of the oldest buildings left in Cardiff and the only building that remains from the old medieval walled town. Built around 1180 it is one of the few pre-norman building left in this part of Wales, although much of the church was redesigned in the 15th century after Owain Glwndwyr sacked the city in 1404.

Famous for its use in the TV series Doctor Who, in the episode "The Runaway Bride" starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate, St John's Church should be known for its beautiful interior decor which includes Victorian stained glass by leading pre-raphaelites including William Morris which will be pointed out to you as part of the tour.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: Statue of Aneurin Bevan

Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan is the father of the UK's National Health Service. Immortalised in a statue that many people in Cardiff walk past every day, which is used as a popular meeting place (many Cardiffians 'meet at Nye Bevan') and which is a preferred perch for pigeons, we will stop here to discuss how Bevan changed the UK forever. A major political opponent of Churchill during the Second World War, which brought him into the national consciousness, it was Bevan's experiences of poverty in Wales, his time spent working in a mine, and his position in the post-war Labour government that helped shape one of the most important, well-loved and adored institutions in the UK.

Whilst here we will discuss Bevan's role in the creation of the NHS, his history and his politics as well as exploring part of Cardiff's role in the Coal trade.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

7: Cathays Park

Cathay's Park is one of the finest examples of an early 20th Century Civic Centre. Built on land previously owned by the Bute family, the buildings in this part of Cardiff are constructed using Portland Stone, the same stone as St Pauls Cathedral. Home to Cardiff's Crown Court, Cardiff University, The National Museum Cardiff, and the Welsh National War Memorial we will explore why this area is so important, and how it was built using the wealth brought into the city by the booming coal trade in the 18th - mid 20th century.

Whilst exploring the civic centre we will also discuss why Cardiff is now one of the most popular filming locations in the UK, and how this sector of the creative arts industry and the tourism it generates to the South Wales area is filling some of the gaps left by the de-industrialisation of Wales.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

8: National Museum Cardiff

The National Museum Cardiff is home to one of the best collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Art in the UK. Its collection, which is spread over 15 galleries, includes masterpieces by Monet, Cézanne, includes Renoir's famous Blue Lady 'La Parisienne' and Rodin's 'The Kiss'. Also home to some of the best Welsh art, both modern and historic, it would be easy to spend a whole day in the museum exploring the world-class collection that is on permanent display. Sadly this tour can only offer you a taster of what is on show but promises to get you 'up close and personal' with as many of the most famous artworks. How did the National Museum manage to collect such an impressive range of art? Your guide will explain all, including who to thank, during the tour.

Please note that the Museum is closed on Monday's. Tours booked on Monday will be unable to visit the interior of the museum but other locations will be added to the tour by the guide on the day to compensate for this.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

Llandaff Cathedral (Pass by)

Llandaff is one of the most important Christian sites in Wales. Famous for its stunning cathedral that was heavily damaged by a German landmine during the Second World War, this area of Cardiff is where the author Roald Dahl grew up.

As we drive through this quaint area of Cardiff your guide will point out the Cathedral School, where the young Roald Dahl studied, and the site of Mrs Pratchetts sweet shop on Llandaffs High Street which is said to have inspired several of Dahl's stories including Mathilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

9: St Fagans National Museum of History

St Fagans National Museum of History is the most popular visitor attraction in Wales. Named Art Fund Museum of the Year 2019, St Fagans is like no other museum that you will have experienced before. Comprised of a collection of historic buildings that have been saved from demolition and transported to the museum St Fagans offers you the chance to see what living in Wales has been like since the Celtic period.

Starting with lunch in the Museum's excellent cafe which serves a range of hot and cold food, your guide will take you to explore a selection of buildings which we think summarises the museum's collection and the history of Wales. This summary includes recreations of an iron age roundhouse and a mediaeval Prince's court, a former workmen's institute, a row of terraces which explore the changing lives of people living in Wales, a School House and St Fagans Castle a Grade 1 listed building and one of the finest Elizabethan manor houses in Wales.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Free

Cardiff Bay (Pass by)

Cardiff Bay is the modern name for the old Cardiff Docks which at their hight were the largest coal exporting docks in the world. Owned by the Marquis of Bute, the Jeff Bezos of the day, the area was as multicultural then as it is today. Now the cultural heart of Cardiff and the political centre of Wales, Cardiff Bay is home to the Wales Millenium Centre, Roald Dahl Plass, The Senedd, and the new BBC Wales' Studios. Whilst 'down the bay', as the locals would say, your guide will show you around one of the most interesting, and beautiful parts of Cardiff, explain its rich and vibrant history, and explain how Cardiff went from the largest coal exporting docks in the world to the beautiful waterfront you see today.

10: The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Exchange Hotel is the former Coal Exchange in Cardiff. Famous for being where the first 1 Million Pound deal, was agreed in 1904 this stunning Hotel is not only one of the top places to stay in Cardiff, but has also held concerts staring the likes of Sir Tom Jones, Beverly Knight, and Gregory Porter.

Stopping here, we will quickly explain how history was made here with the signing of the first Million-pound deal, the Coal exchange's history and why coal was so important, not only to Cardiff and Wales, but also to the British Empire.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

11: Portland House

Portland House is the former site of the Cardiff Dock branch of the National Provincial Bank which later became National Westminster Bank. Said to be where the first Million Pound Cheque was cashed, Portland House is now a major events space and filming location. One of the many listed buildings in this area, our guide will explain why so many of these buildings are now at risk of being lost.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

12: Roald Dahl Plass

Roald Dahl Plass is named after the famous children's author and son of the city of Cardiff. Educated at Llandaff Cathedral School he is just one of the famous Welsh cultural icons whose lives are celebrated throughout the city of Cardiff.

Roald Dahl Plass' most iconic feature is the Water Tower, a water fountain built by Nicholas Hare Architects and the sculptor William Pye which is a favourite with locals and tourists alike.

Known for numerous events throughout the year, Roald Dahl Plass is sometimes off limits due to the construction work required to host these events. This said if you are lucky enough to visit when one of the many free events are taking place, such as the International Food and Drink Festival, or the Cardiff Bay Beach our guide will be more than happy to show you around these amazing events as part of the tour.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Free

13: Senedd

The Senedd is the home to the Welsh Parliament (formally the National Assembly of Wales) and whilst here we will take a few moments to explore this iconic building which was designed by the famous architect Lord Richard Rogers. Designed to reflect the open and democratic nature of Welsh devolution, the Senedd is a masterpiece of modern architecture.

Whilst here we will discuss the role that Wales, its people (including the Welsh Tudor kings and David Lloyd-George) and its culture have had on UK politics. We will also discuss devolution in Wales and how the call for Welsh Independence from England is on the rise.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

14: Wales Millennium Centre

The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the newest and most iconic buildings in Cardiff. Home to several resident arts organisations, including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, the BBC National Chorus of Wales, and the internationally renowned Welsh National Opera. Andrew Lloyd Webber famously said that "There's nowhere in London that comes close to the Wales Millennium Centre", which was designed to reflect the unique character of Wales and its culture.

Whilst at the Wales Millennium Centre your guide will explain the international importance of the building and its resident organisations, how the building owes a lot to a very generous South African, and how everything in the building, even the door handles, were carefully considered to reflect the purpose of the building and Wales' history.

After exploring the Millennium Centre you are free to either stay in Cardiff Bay (where there are several amazing eateries) or as the guide to take you back to your accommodation.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Private Day Tour of South Wales Castles

Type: Day Trips and Excursions

Duration: 9 Hours
Cardiff Private Day Tour of South Wales Castles
- Type:
  Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:
  9 Hours
OVERVIEW

Discover the delights of south Wales without having to worry about planning or navigating on a private day tour that covers top attractions such as Cardiff and Caerphilly Castle. Get the inside scoop on local culture and history, plus undivided attention, from your private guide as you cover more sights in less time by traveling in comfort.

Tick off some of south Wales' top attractions on a private tour

Explore Cardiff Central Market, Caerphilly Castle, and National Museum Cardiff at your own pace

Letting someone else drive means you can soak up the scenery of south Wales

Hotel pickup and drop-off mean you dont have to find a meeting point

INCLUDES

Entry To Castell Coch

Entry to Caerphilly Castle

Entry To Cardiff Castle

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

Refreshments & Lunch

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Cardiff Private Day Tour of South Wales Castles :

09:00 AM

Pickup details

We will pick up clients from any location within Cardiff City Center, or Cardiff Bay including Cardiff Central Station, Cardiff Bus Station, Cardiff Queen Street Station.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle is the largest castle in Wales and only Windsor Castle is larger in the whole of the United Kingdom. Considered to be one of the mightiest medieval castles in Europe, it was built to protect Norman/English interests in the area. Still an impressive sight to behold the Castle was restored by the Marquis of Bute and William Burgess, however, unlike their fantasy castles at Cardiff and Castell Coch, Caerphilly retains much of its medieval military might.

Surrounded by a lake (much reduced since its heyday but still impressive) the castle seems to rise out the water with its most impressive element - a tower that leans at an angle greater than the leaning tower of Pisa - a much loved and prominent feature.

Restored over 174 years, the castle is a testament to the work that the Marquises of Bute undertook to preserve the history that was contained within the property that they owned.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

2: Castell Coch

Castell Coch (or the Red Castle in English) is a unique castle within Wales. Built in the Neo-Gothic style, this Castle could be mistaken for a fairytale court or a fantasy fort and is a real hit with kids both young and old. Indeed the Castell has been used numerous times in films and TV shows for that exact reason! Described by the historian David McLees as "one of the greatest Victorian triumphs of architectural composition" the current Castell was intended as a summer retreat for its owners, who sadly never visited!

Designed by William Burgess for the Marquis of Bute, the Castle and its stunning decorations are not to be missed - nor are the breathtaking views of Cardiff, which can be seen from many of the Castell's rooms.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

Llandaff Cathedral (Pass by)

Llandaff is one of the most important Christian sites in Wales. Famous for its stunning cathedral that was heavily damaged by a German landmine during the Second World War, this area of Cardiff is where the author Roald Dahl grew up. As we drive through this quaint area of Cardiff your guide will point out the Cathedral School, where the young Roald Dahl studied, and the site of Mrs Pratchetts sweet shop on Llandaffs High Street which is said to have inspired several of Dahl's stories including Mathilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

3: The Welsh House Cardiff Restaurant & Bar

Our lunch stop will be at one of the few places in Cardiff that serves traditional Welsh food. From Lamb Cawl (a hearty soup that tastes like the one our guide's grandmother makes) to Shepherds Pie and Welsh Rarebit, this restaurant is a hit with everyone we have taken there.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

4: Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle started life as a Roman Fort, evidence of which is still visible today. Indeed the city of Cardiff gets its name from the old Roman fort, as Cardiff or the Welsh version Caerdydd translates into English as "Fort on the river Taff". Developed by the Normans the castle has seen many changes and was once used as a royal prison. Developed further by various English marcher Lords, the castle fell into ruin in the 16th century. Taken over by the Marquis' of Bute in the 17th Century, it wasn't until the 3rd Marquis that the current version of Cardiff Castle came into being. Described as a victorian escapist dream, it is a stunning location for film and TV crews to use and has been seen countless Films and TV Series.

Whilst here your guide will show you around the castle, including its most interesting historical features. You will also have time to explore the Firing Line Museum and Second World War Shelters contained within the Castle Walls.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Included

5: Cathays Park

Cathay's Park is one of the finest examples of an early 20th Century Civic Centre. Built on land previously owned by the Bute family, the buildings in this part of Cardiff are constructed using Portland Stone, the same stone as St Pauls Cathedral. Home to Cardiff's Crown Court, Cardiff University, The National Museum Cardiff, and the Welsh National War Memorial we will explore why this area is so important, and how it was built using the wealth brought into the city by the booming coal trade in the 18th - mid 20th century. Whilst exploring the civic centre we will also discuss why Cardiff is now one of the most popular filming locations in the UK, and how this sector of the creative arts industry and the tourism it generates to the South Wales area is filling some of the gaps left by the de-industrialisation of Wales.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: National Museum Cardiff

The National Museum Cardiff is home to one of the best collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Art in the UK. Its collection, which is spread over 15 galleries, includes masterpieces by Monet, Cézanne, includes Renoir's famous Blue Lady 'La Parisienne' and Rodin's 'The Kiss'. Also home to some of the best Welsh art, both modern and historic, it would be easy to spend a whole day in the museum exploring the world-class collection that is on permanent display. Sadly this tour can only offer you a taster of what is on show but promises to get you 'up close and personal' with as many of the most famous artworks. How did the National Museum manage to collect such an impressive range of art? Your guide will explain all, including who to thank, during the tour. Please note that the Museum is closed on Monday's. Tours booked on Monday will be unable to visit the interior of the museum but other locations will be added to the tour by the guide on the day to compensate for this.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Saint Mary Street (Pass by)

St Mary's Street is one of the main shopping/hospitality areas in Cardiff. Named after the now-demolished St Mary's Church, which was destroyed in a typhoon this street contains some of Cardiff's most iconic shops such as James Howell & Co, and Cardiff Market.

7: Cardiff Market

Cardiff Market is one of the finest examples of a Victorian covered market in the UK. Famous with locals for its range of products and produce, including delicious cakes, rare vinyl records, second-hand books, and fresh fruit and veg, fans of TV series filmed in Wales may recognise the market from A Discovery of Witches and Torchwood. Considered to be one of the last bastions of 'old Cardiff' this is one of those locations that you would only visit with a local, who knows the secrets that this marvel has to offer including a 100-year-old family business that has traded from the same stall since 1928 and a fishmonger who has traded at Cardiff market since 1866!

Once the site of Cardiff's prison or gaol, the market now stands on the site of one of the most famous (or should that be infamous) miscarriages of justice in Wales' (and the UK's) history. But what happened? Find out on this tour!

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

8: St John The Baptist City Parish Church

St John The Baptist Church in Cardiff is one of the oldest buildings left in Cardiff and the only building that remains from the old medieval walled town. Built around 1180 it is one of the few pre-norman building left in this part of Wales, although much of the church was redesigned in the 15th century after Owain Glwndwyr sacked the city in 1404. Famous for its use in the TV series Doctor Who, in the episode "The Runaway Bride" starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate, St John's Church should be known for its beautiful interior decor which includes Victorian stained glass by leading pre-raphaelites including William Morris which will be pointed out to you as part of the tour.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Tiny Rebel Cardiff (Pass by)

The Urban Tap House, owned by the renowned Tiny Rebel brewing company is one of the best, and newest pubs in Cardiff. From outside the Urban Tap House (please let us know if you are over 18 and would like to stop here for a drink as part of the tour) we will be able to see The Principality Stadium, formally the Millenium Stadium, which is home to Welsh Rugby. From this location, we will talk about the importance of Ruby to the people of Wales, how the Principality Stadium will go down in history as Europe's first stadium with a retractable roof, and how the stadium has also welcomed some of the biggest names in Show biz who have performed in this impressive area.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales

Type: Movie, TV and Pop Culture Tours

Duration: 9 Hours
Cardiff Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales
- Type:
  Movie, TV and Pop Culture Tours
- Duration:
  9 Hours
OVERVIEW

Ideal for Doctor Who fans and their trusty companions, this private tour of Cardiff ticks off all the citys famous sights and filming spots in just one day. Get acquainted with Welsh history as you explore historical landmarks such as Cardiff Castle, then dive deep into lore as you discover hidden locations youll recognize from the TV. Benefit from your guides personalized insights and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included in the price.

Discover Doctor Who filming locations across Cardiff

Enjoy the personalized service of a private tour

Tick of must-see sights including Cardiff Castle

Avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included

INCLUDES

Entry To Castell Coch

Entry to Caerphilly Castle

Entry To Cardiff Castle

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Cardiff Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales:

09:00 AM

Pickup details

We will pick up clients from any location within Cardiff City Center, or Cardiff Bay including Cardiff Central Station, Cardiff Bus Station, Cardiff Queen Street Station.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle started life as a Roman Fort, evidence of which is still visible today. Indeed the city of Cardiff gets its name from the old Roman fort, as Cardiff or the Welsh version Caerdydd translates into English as "Fort on the river Taff". Developed by the Normans the castle has seen many changes and was once used as a royal prison. Developed further by various English marcher Lords, the castle fell into ruin in the 16th century. Taken over by the Marquis' of Bute in the 17th Century, it wasn't until the 3rd Marquis that the current version of Cardiff Castle came into being. Described as a victorian escapist dream, it is a stunning location for film and TV crews to use and has been seen countless times in Doctor Who, Torchwood, and The Sarah Jane Adventures.

Whilst here your guide will show you around the castle, including its most interesting historical features and the locations used for filming Doctor Who.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Included

2: Womanby Street

Explore how the same location can be used in two separate Doctor Who episodes, with two very different Doctors. Starting with "The Empty Child/The Doctor Dances" we will explore how this non-descript location is transformed into 1940's Blitz London. Then we will discuss how the same location, filmed from a slightly different angle and 'dressed' in a different way could be used as Pete's World from "Rise of the Cybermen/Age of Steel" with not even the most eagle-eyed fans spotting that it was the same place.

Admission Ticket Free

3: Tiny Rebel Cardiff

The Urban Tap House, owned by the renowned Tiny Rebel brewing company is one of the best pubs in Cardiff. Seen in the background of "Face the Raven" when Rigsy is exploring the streets of London for the alien trap street, at this location you will learn how, and why, Cardiff so often doubles for London in Doctor Who (and several other TV series and films).

From outside the Urban Tap House (please let us know if you are over 18 and would like to stop here for a drink as part of the tour) we will be able to see The Principality Stadium, formally the Millenium Stadium, which is home to Welsh Rugby and several episodes of Doctor Who including the series 1 classic Dalek.

Admission Ticket Free

4: Saint Mary Street

St Mary's Street is seen in the very first episode of 'New' Who "Rose" where James Howell's & Co doubles as Hendrick's department store. Blown up in the very first episode, this well-known departments store in the heart of Cardiff has been used as various Hendrick's department stores including in the episode "Closing Time" where Matt Smith's Doctor finally gets a job!

Admission Ticket Free

5: Wharton Street

Another trap street from "Face The Raven", this is where Peter Capaldi in a break between filming wandered off into a nearby music store and picked up a guitar.

This street is also where some of the funniest scenes from "The Runaway Bride" take place, and where a woman was woken rudely by a Tank! Find out what happened when you take this amazing tour!

Admission Ticket Free

6: St John The Baptist City Parish Church

St John The Baptist Church in Cardiff is one of the oldest buildings left in the city. Used as a filming location for "The Runaway Bride" starring Catherine Tate and David Tennant, at this location you will hear about how the production team worked with the church so that they could use the church's organ and organist to play the Wedding March, but also why the Doctor Who team will never be allowed back to film here again. Finally, you will have the chance to find a cyberman hidden inside this ancient church.

Once outside the church, you will learn how filming for the Christmas special "The Voyage of the Dammed" was almost stopped by drunken students, who managed to miss Kylie Minogue who plays Astrid in the episode, who was hidden in plain sights - maybe she was protected by a perception filter!

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

7: Queen's Arcade

Queen's Arcade is seen in the very first episode of Doctor Who, whilst at this location, you will find out how the Doctor Who team managed to fool everyone into thinking that this shopping centre was in London, and how they worked with the centre management to bring the Auton invasion to life.

Admission Ticket Free

8: The Friary

The Friary is another location in Cardiff that is supposed to be in London. Seen in "Dark Water"/"Death in Heaven" two-parter in series 8 it is supposed to be close to St Paul's Cathedral in the City of London. Sadly due to restrictions on filming with firearms in the City of London these sequences had to be filmed in Cardiff. Did the Cybermen and UNIT team cause a scene in Cardiff when they filmed? Find out when we get to this location.

Admission Ticket Free

9: Cathays Park

Cathay's Park is one of the finest examples of a early 20th Century Civic Centre. The buildings in this part of Cardiff are constructed using the same stone as St Pauls, making it the perfect stand-in for London. Used numerous times in Doctor Who, this is were Danny Pink dies whilst on the Phone to Clara, and where Bill attends St Luke's University.

After exploring the Civic Centre, we will head to the National Museum Cardiff.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

10: National Museum Cardiff

The National Museum Cardiff has been seen in numerous episodes of Doctor Who, Sherlock and other film and TV productions set and filmed in Wales. Home to one of the best collections of Impressionist and Post Impressionist Art in the UK it is worth a visit even before you consider its links to Doctor Who.

Whilst at the National Museum, your guide will show you some of the highlights of the collection as well as the spaces used in filming for Doctor Who - including the room where Gallifrey Falls/No More was displayed in the 50th Anniversary special "The Day of the Doctor".

Please note that the Museum is closed on Monday's. Tours booked on Monday will be unable to visit the interior of the museum but other locations will be added to the tour by the guide on the day to compensate for this.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

11: New Theatre

The new theatre is where sequences for both the Doctor Who episode "The Unquiet Dead" and The Sarah Jane Adventures episode "Secrets of the Stars" were filmed. Sadly we are unable to visit the auditorium of the theatre, but whilst outside the theatre, your guide will explain how The Sarah Jane Adventures came into being, and why they ended so suddenly in 2011.

From the New Theatre, we will walk to Cardiff Queen Street Station, where your guide will help you purchase return train tickets to Cardiff Bay where the final section of our tour will take place.

Admission Ticket Free

12: Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Bay is the modern name for the old Cardiff Docks which at their hight were the largest coal exporting docks in the world. Owned by the Marquis of Bute, the Jeff Bezos of the day, the area was as multicultural then as it is today. Home to the Wales Millenium Centre, Roald Dahl Plas, The Senedd, BBC Wales' Studio and countless Doctor Who filming locations. Whilst 'down the bay' as the locals would say, your guide will show you around one of the most interesting, and beautiful parts of Cardiff, the locations used during the filming of Doctor Who, and its more adult spin-off Torchwood including the internationally famous Ianto's Shrine.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

13: The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Exchange Hotel is the former Coal Exchange in Cardiff. Famous for being where the first 1 Million Pound deal, was agreed in 1904 the area surrounding it is full of Doctor Who filming locations. Used in episodes such as "Rise of the Cybermen" and "The Lie of the Land" to name a few, whilst here your guide will explain how the Doctor Who team manage to film in such a public location without being mobbed by Whovians.

Admission Ticket Free

14: Portland House

Portland House is the former site of the Cardiff Dock branch of the National Provincial Bank which later became National Westminster Bank. Said to be where the first Million Pound Cheque was cashed, Portland House is seen in the hugely popular Doctor Who episode "Blink" as the Police station where Sally Sparrow reports her friend Kathy Nightingale missing.

Admission Ticket Free

15: Mermaid Quay

Mermaid Quay has changed dramatically since the filming of Doctor Who started in 2004. Home to Ianto's Shrine and the Torchwood Hub, here you will have a chance to take photos outside the famous shrine and see what people have left here in memory of the fictional torchwood character.

Admission Ticket Free

16: Senedd

The Senedd is the home to the Welsh Parliament (formally the National Assembly of Wales) and when open we will take a few moments to explore this iconic building. Used as Lazarus Labs in the episode "The Lazarus Experiment" whilst here your guide will explain how the Doctor Who team manage to film in such an important government building, and how Doctor Who is more important than James Bond!

Admission Ticket Free

17: Wales Millennium Centre

The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the newest and most iconic buildings in Cardiff. Home to several resident arts organisations, including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and the BBC National Chorus of Wales (both of which regularly provide music for Doctor Who) the Millennium Centre itself, is a major location in several episodes of Doctor Who. Perhaps most notable for its appearance in New Earth, the Wales Millennium Centre has also been seen in "The Sounds of Drums", "The Girl Who Waited" and "Vincent and the Doctor".

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

18: Roald Dahl Plass

Roald Dahl Plass is named after the famous children's author and son of the city of Cardiff. Educated at Llandaff Cathedral School he is just one of the famous Welsh cultural icons whose lives are celebrated throughout the city of Cardiff.

Roald Dahl Plass' most iconic feature is the Water Tower, a water fountain built by Nicholas Hare Architects and the sculptor William Pye which many people recognise as one of the entrances to the Torchwood Hub.

After exploring Roald Dahl Plass, your guide will suggest nearby places to eat including a fantastic Italian restaurant used in the filing of "Boomtown". This will give you a chance to explore Cardiff Bay, and one of its eateries before continuing on the next part of our tour.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Free

19: Castell Coch

Castell Coch (or the Red Castle in English) is a unique castle within Wales. Designed by William Burgess for the Marquis of Bute, the Castle and its stunning decorations are not to be missed.

Used throughout Doctor Who, most notably as the Osterhagen Station in "Stolen Earth" and as Natty Longshoe's Comical Castle in "Nightmare in Silver" Castell Coch is a great place to take photos, restage scenes from the show, and enjoy the stunning views over the city of Cardiff.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

20: Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle is used throughout Doctor Who. Its non-descript passageways, towers, and grounds offer the crew the chance to use the same location over and over again! Whilst here your guide will explain how Caerphilly Castle was used in filming, why filming in historic locations can increase visitor numbers, and why in December 2009 the Tardis was parked on top of Caerphilly Castle for everyone to see.

Finally, your guide will explain how the filming for "Robots of Sherwood" at the castle caused a local fuss when filming went off with a bang!

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Private Half-Day Walking Tour

Type: City Walking Tours

Duration: 9 Hours
Cardiff Private Half-Day Walking Tour
- Type:
  City Walking Tours
- Duration:
  9 Hours
OVERVIEW

Our Private Half-Day Tour of Cardiff is the best way to quickly get to know the Welsh Capital. Whatever your reason for visiting, this is the best way to discover as much as you can of this stunning city in half a day.

Led by a Cardiffian, this trip allows you to see the best bits of Cardiff, hear what it is like to live in the city and discover some of the local hidden gems that only a local knows about. Because our guides are locals, they know all the best places to eat, drink, and how to experience all the best bits of the city including those places that are away from the usual tourist trails.

Starting in the city, and including a brief visit the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff's civic centre, the tour will finish 'down the bay' where you are able to visit some of Wales newest and most iconic buildings and learn how the city (and Wales) has changed in the last 100 years.

INCLUDES

Private Tour Guide

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

Cost of transport (train or taxi) to Cardiff Bay

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Central Square

Please wait outside the main entrance of Cardiff Central Station.

Options and Start time

Cardiff Private Half-Day Walking Tour:

01:00 PM, 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM

End point

National Museum Cardiff

The tour will finish at the National Museum Cardiff

WHAT TO EXPECT

Cardiff Castle (Pass by)

Cardiff Castle started life as a Roman Fort, evidence of which is still visible today. Indeed the city of Cardiff gets its name from the old Roman fort, as Cardiff or the Welsh version Caerdydd translates into English as "Fort on the river Taff". Developed by the Normans the castle has seen many changes and was once used as a royal prison. Developed further by various English marcher Lords, the castle fell into ruin in the 16th century. Taken over by the Marquis' of Bute in the 17th Century, it wasn't until the 3rd Marquis that the current version of Cardiff Castle came into being. Described as a victorian escapist dream, it is a stunning former stately home and Welsh national treasure.

As this tour offers an overview of the city of Cardiff, we will be unable to enter the Castle during the tour. However, your guide will tell you the highlights of this impressive structure's history from outside the Castle.

Saint Mary Street (Pass by)

St Mary's Street has historically been the heart of Cardiff's shopping district. Home to Cardiff's famous market and Victorian arcades, full of beautiful boutiques, cosy cafes, and the oldest record shop in the world, this is your chance to explore a part of Cardiff that is not normally seen on a tour.

Thanks to the nature of this private tour, you will be able to stop and explore any of the shops that take your fancy. You will also hear how these shopping gems are an integral part of life here in Cardiff, from a local guide who has spent many an hour exploring these beautiful arcades with their friends and family.

Tiny Rebel Cardiff (Pass by)

The Urban Tap House, owned by the renowned Tiny Rebel brewing company is one of the best pubs in Cardiff (please let us know if you are over 18 and would like to stop here for a drink as part of the tour). From outside the pub, we will be able to see The Principality Stadium, formally the Millenium Stadium, which is home to Welsh Rugby and several episodes of Doctor Who.

Whilst here we will explain how Ruby, a sport developed in an English Public School became the national sport of Wales, how the Millenium Stadium became the first sports stadium in Europe to have a closable roof, why the north stand of the old Cardiff Arm's Park was included in the building, and why for several years the home to Welsh Ruby became the home of the Football Association's Cup Final.

Finally, we will explain how the stadium, with its multi-purpose use, has welcomed some of the biggest names in the music business to Wales for the first time.

1: Spillers Records

Spillers Records is the oldest record shop in the world and is a South Wales institution. Everyone who lives in, or near Cardiff has brought at least one record from this amazing part of local history.

Regardless of your musical tastes, Spillers will have something for you - often a record that you didn't even know you needed in your life but which will find its way into your possessions and your heart.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: Cardiff Market

Cardiff's impressive Victorian covered market is another location that you might not experience unless a local took you there. A favourite with Cardiffians for its diverse range of products on offer, ranging from second-hand books to cakes, to fresh meat and fish, the market is a centre of food excellence. Whilst walking through the market you are free to stop and sample the local delicacies, explore the stalls, and spend, spend, spend!

Previously home to Cardiff's Goal (or Jail) it was outside Cardiff Market where Dic Pendryn was executed. One of Wales' most famous historical figures (although few people outside of Wales have heard of him), your guide will tell you how Dic, a labourer from nearby Merthyr Tydfil was charged with killing a soldier with a bayonet during the famous Merthyr Rising and hanged on the orders of Lord Melbourne - Queen Victoria's first Prime Minister - who was Home Secretary at the time of the riots.

20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: St John The Baptist City Parish Church

St John The Baptist Church in Cardiff is one of the oldest buildings left in Cardiff and the only building that remains from the old medieval walled town. Built around 1180 it is one of the few pre-norman building left in this part of Wales, although much of the church was redesigned in the 15th century after Owain Glwndwyr sacked the city in 1404.

Famous for its use in the TV series Doctor Who, in the episode "The Runaway Bride" starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate, St John's Church should be known for its beautiful interior decor which includes Victorian stained glass by leading pre-raphaelites including William Morris which will be pointed out to you as part of the tour.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

Statue of Aneurin Bevan (Pass by)

Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan is the father of the UK's National Health Service. Immortalised in a statue that many people in Cardiff walk past every day, which is used as a popular meeting place (many Cardiffians 'meet at Nye Bevan') and which is a preferred perch for pigeons, we will stop here to discuss how Bevan changed the UK forever. A major political opponent of Churchill during the Second World War, which brought him into the national consciousness, it was Bevan's experiences of poverty in Wales, his time spent working in a mine, and his position in the post-war Labour government that helped shape one of the most important, well-loved and adored institutions in the UK.

Whilst here we will discuss Bevan's role in the creation of the NHS, his history and his politics as well as exploring part of Cardiff's role in the Coal trade.

Cathays Park (Pass by)

Cathay's Park is one of the finest examples of an early 20th Century Civic Centre. Built on land previously owned by the Bute family, the buildings in this part of Cardiff are constructed using Portland Stone, the same stone as St Pauls Cathedral. Home to Cardiff's Crown Court, Cardiff University, The National Museum Cardiff, and the Welsh National War Memorial we will explore why this area is so important, and how it was built using the wealth brought into the city by the booming coal trade in the 18th - mid 20th century.

Whilst exploring the civic centre we will also discuss why Cardiff is now one of the most popular filming locations in the UK, and how this sector of the creative arts industry and the tourism it generates to the South Wales area is filling some of the gaps left by the de-industrialisation of Wales.

4: National Museum Cardiff

The National Museum Cardiff is home to one of the best collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Art in the UK. Its collection, which is spread over 15 galleries, includes masterpieces by Monet, Cézanne, includes Renoir's famous Blue Lady 'La Parisienne' and Rodin's 'The Kiss'. Also home to some of the best Welsh art, both modern and historic, it would be easy to spend a whole day in the museum exploring the world-class collection that is on permanent display. Sadly this tour can only offer you a taster of what is on show but promises to get you 'up close and personal' with as many of the most famous artworks. How did the National Museum manage to collect such an impressive range of art? Your guide will explain all, including who to thank, during the tour.

Please note that the Museum is closed on Monday's. Tours booked on Monday will be unable to visit the interior of the museum but other locations will be added to the tour by the guide on the day to compensate for this.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

Cardiff Bay (Pass by)

After visiting the National Museum of Wales we will head to Cardiff Bay. This can be done either by taking a local train or via a local cab. Train/Cab fare is not included in the price of the tour.

Cardiff Bay is the modern name for the old Cardiff Docks which at their hight were the largest coal exporting docks in the world. Owned by the Marquis of Bute, the Jeff Bezos of the day, the area was as multicultural then as it is today. Now the cultural heart of Cardiff and the political centre of Wales, Cardiff Bay is home to the Wales Millenium Centre, Roald Dahl Plass, The Senedd, and the new BBC Wales' Studios. Whilst 'down the bay', as the locals would say, your guide will show you around one of the most interesting, and beautiful parts of Cardiff, explain its rich and vibrant history, and explain how Cardiff went from the largest coal exporting docks in the world to the beautiful waterfront you see today.

The Coal Exchange Hotel (Pass by)

The Exchange Hotel is the former Coal Exchange in Cardiff. Famous for being where the first 1 Million Pound deal, was agreed in 1904 this stunning Hotel is not only one of the top places to stay in Cardiff, but has also held concerts staring the likes of Sir Tom Jones, Beverly Knight, and Gregory Porter.

Stopping here, we will quickly explain how history was made here with the signing of the first Million-pound deal, the Coal exchange's history and why coal was so important, not only to Cardiff and Wales, but also to the British Empire.

Portland House (Pass by)

Portland House is the former site of the Cardiff Dock branch of the National Provincial Bank which later became National Westminster Bank. Said to be where the first Million Pound Cheque was cashed, Portland House is now a major events space and filming location. One of the many listed buildings in this area, our guide will explain why so many of these buildings are now at risk of being lost.

5: Roald Dahl Plass

Roald Dahl Plass is named after the famous children's author and son of the city of Cardiff. Educated at Llandaff Cathedral School he is just one of the famous Welsh cultural icons whose lives are celebrated throughout the city of Cardiff.

Roald Dahl Plass' most iconic feature is the Water Tower, a water fountain built by Nicholas Hare Architects and the sculptor William Pye which is a favourite with locals and tourists alike.

Known for numerous events throughout the year, Roald Dahl Plass is sometimes off limits due to the construction work required to host these events. This said if you are lucky enough to visit when one of the many free events are taking place, such as the International Food and Drink Festival, or the Cardiff Bay Beach our guide will be more than happy to show you around these amazing events as part of the tour.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: Senedd

The Senedd is the home to the Welsh Parliament (formally the National Assembly of Wales) and whilst here we will take a few moments to explore this iconic building which was designed by the famous architect Lord Richard Rogers. Designed to reflect the open and democratic nature of Welsh devolution, the Senedd is a masterpiece of modern architecture.

Whilst here we will discuss the role that Wales, its people (including the Welsh Tudor kings and David Lloyd-George) and its culture have had on UK politics. We will also discuss devolution in Wales and how the call for Welsh Independence from England is on the rise.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

7: Wales Millennium Centre

The Wales Millennium Centre is one of the newest and most iconic buildings in Cardiff. Home to several resident arts organisations, including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, the BBC National Chorus of Wales, and the internationally renowned Welsh National Opera. Andrew Lloyd Webber famously said that "There's nowhere in London that comes close to the Wales Millennium Centre", which was designed to reflect the unique character of Wales and its culture.

Whilst at the Wales Millennium Centre your guide will explain the international importance of the building and its resident organisations, how the building owes a lot to a very generous South African, and how everything in the building, even the door handles, were carefully considered to reflect the purpose of the building and Wales' history.

After exploring the Millennium Centre you are free to either stay in Cardiff Bay (where there are several amazing eateries) or as the guide to take you back to your accommodation.

10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Cardiff Private Walking Tour with a Local

Type: Private and Custom Tours

Duration: 2 Hours
Cardiff Private Walking Tour with a Local
- Type:
  Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:
  2 Hours
OVERVIEW

Instead of a traditional tour of Cardiff, try a new travel concept thats like having a local friend to show you around. Meet up with a Lokafyer guide for a private walking tour thats designed just for you, starting with a pre-tour consultation by phone or chat. That means personalized tips, local travel advice, and recommendations that come from actually living in Cardiff.

Get access to local know-how during the pre-tour consultation

Private walking tour reflects the things youre interested in

Local recommendations are perfect for planning the rest of your stay

Choose a meeting time and place that work for you

INCLUDES

Customized private walking tour

Private walking tour with a Lokafyer (local host)

Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests

EXCLUDES

Personal expenses

Tips and gratuities (optional)

Optional activity costs

Food and drinks

Local transportation (this is a walking tour, no transport provided)

Entrance fees (if you choose to visit paid attractions)

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

John Batchelor Statue

Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. If your hotel is outside the city center, well suggest a convenient meeting point.

Options and Start time

2-Hour Tour:

01:00 PM, 02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 05:00 PM, 06:00 PM, 07:00 PM, 08:00 AM, 08:00 PM, 09:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

3-Hour Tour:

01:00 PM, 02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 05:00 PM, 06:00 PM, 07:00 PM, 08:00 AM, 08:00 PM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 PM, 12:00 PM

4-Hour Tour:

01:00 PM, 02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 05:00 PM, 06:00 PM, 07:00 PM, 08:00 PM, 09:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

5-Hour Tour:

01:00 PM, 02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 05:00 PM, 06:00 PM, 07:00 PM, 08:00 AM, 08:00 PM, 09:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

6-Hour Tour:

01:00 PM, 02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 05:00 PM, 06:00 PM, 07:00 PM, 08:00 AM, 08:00 PM, 09:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM

End point

Cardiff

Flexible- tours may end at a different location in the city unless requested otherwise.

WHAT TO EXPECT

John Batchelor Statue (Pass by)

Note: This is a customized walking tour. The exact itinerary depends on the duration and your interests. Please share your preferences in advance.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Lokafy tours provide a general overview of the city with practical information from a locals perspective, not detailed historical facts

In case travellers would like to include a visit to an attraction, they would need to cover the cost of entrance for themselves and also the Lokafyer (local guide)

Tours are entirely personalized, please provide the start time, meeting place and information about you so that we can organize the tour

This is a walking tour. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Children below 3 years old are free of charge

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

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Sightseeing Tours in Cardiff

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2-hour Life Drawing Session in Cardiff

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Cardiff by Operation City Quest

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Cardiff

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Private Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience

Cardiff City Private Driven Sightseeing Tour

Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff City Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour

Cardiff Coastal Private Adventure: From Mumbles to Majestic Bays

Cardiff Dance Party Package

Cardiff Doctor Who Private Walking Tour

Cardiff Doctor Who Tour of South Wales with Personal Guide.

Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece

Cardiff Private Dark History Tour

Cardiff Private Day Tour Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Private Day Tour of South Wales Castles

Cardiff Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales

Cardiff Private Half-Day Walking Tour

Cardiff Private Walking Tour with a Local

Sightseeing Tours in Cardiff

Tour name contains:

Favorite:

Map of Cardiff:

Type:

Packages including:

2-hour Life Drawing Session in Cardiff

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Cardiff by Operation City Quest

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Cardiff

Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Cardiff

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Private Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience

Cardiff City Private Driven Sightseeing Tour

Cardiff City Private Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff City Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour

Cardiff Coastal Private Adventure: From Mumbles to Majestic Bays

Cardiff Dance Party Package

Cardiff Doctor Who Private Walking Tour

Cardiff Doctor Who Tour of South Wales with Personal Guide.

Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea &amp; Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff&#x27;s Missing Masterpiece

Cardiff Private Dark History Tour

Cardiff Private Day Tour Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, &amp; Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Private Day Tour of South Wales Castles

Cardiff Private Doctor Who Day Tour of South Wales

Cardiff Private Half-Day Walking Tour

Cardiff Private Walking Tour with a Local

Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff Mystery Adventure: Cardiff's Missing Masterpiece

Cardiff Private Day Tour Cardiff Castle, St Fagans, & Cardiff Bay