Whether you are looking for shopping, nightlife, culture, or family activities Cardiff has something to offer. Below is a list of local attractions
General
National Museum & Gallery, Cathays Park map
Cardiff's museum has a wide range of exhibits, and often hosts specialist touring exhibitions. Admission is free
Museum of Welsh Life, St Fagans map
Tel: 029 20573500 Web
An open air museum that shows how welsh people lived during the last 500 years, with many original buildings from various points in history. The museum is in the grounds of St Fagan's castle, a stately home which is also open to the public. Admission is free.
Cardiff Castle, City Centre map
Tel: 029 2087 8100 Web
Cardiff has an unusual castle, firstly because it is in the city centre, and also because the different parts of it are from several different time periods from the Romans to the 20th Century. Check the website for admission fees.
Castle Coch, Tongwynlais, Cardiff map
Castle Coch meaning "Red Castle" is a Victorian reconstruction of a Medieval castle and is built on a wooded hill to the north of the city.
Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Nelson, Treharris map
Tel: 01443 412248 Web
This historical manor takes you back 350 years to the time of the civil war between King and Parliament. Tours of the house are conducted by "servants" in period costume.
Cosmeston Lakes, Penarth map
Tel: 029 2070 1678
This country park is just a few miles south of Cardiff and makes a good day out for the whole family. Visit the medieval village or just enjoy a walk round the lakes, wetlands and surrounding countryside. The park also has a large cafe and children's playground.
Rhondda Heritage Park, Trehafod, Rhondda
Tel: 01443 682036 Web
A former coalmine, this outdoor museum gives an insight into the unique character and culture surrounding the coal indusrty in south wales.
Shopping
Queen Street Map
This is Cardiff's main pedestrian shopping street, where you can find all the shops and facilities you would expect to find in any UK city centre.
St Mary Street Map
Home to Cardiff's famous shopping arcade's, with many interesting and unique shops and cafe's.
Central Market
This large victorian indoor market has a wide range of stalls selling everything from fresh fish to CDs and even pets.
