Adventure Cardiff
www.adventurecardiff.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2035 3912
Boulders – Indoor Climbing
Wales's largest indoor climbing centre is a vertical world packed with adrenaline and adventure. Experience not necessary to climb our walls and equipment is provided. Challenge yourself or relax in the café while the family does – the choice is yours.
www.boulders-climbing.com Tel: +44 (0)845 52 118 50
Butetown History & Arts Centre
Learn about the fascinating history of old Cardiff Docklands through exhibitions, photographs, life stories and tours.
4/5 Dock Chambers, Bute Street, Cardiff, CF10 5AF
Cardiff Bay Road Train
The Road Train leaves Stuart Street hourly, through the historic port of Cardiff with a full live commentary to the Cardiff Bay barrage. Adults £4, child £3, concession £2.
Cardiff Bay Tours
Enjoy the past, present and future on a guided coach, walking or boat tour around Cardiff City, Bay and the barrage. Tours available all year to suit any group or organisation.
www.cardiffbaytours.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2070 7882 or +44 (0)7929 855154
Cardiff Castle
In the heart of the capital is Cardiff Castle - a truly remarkable site with a history that spans 2000 years. Visit the new Interpretation Centre with exhibition and film presentation, an audio guide, café and shop.
www.cardiffcastle.com Tel: 44 (0)29 2087 8100
Cardiff Indoor Market
Situated in the heart of the City Centre, Cardiff Market is a traditional Victorian market and remains a well established landmark in the history of Cardiff.
Cardiff International Pool
The Cardiff International Pool has set the standard for the type and quality of future swimming pools and facilities, not only for Cardiff but for the whole country.
www.leisurecentre.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2072 9090
Cardiff Museum Project
The first museum dedicated to all things Cardiff is due to open Summer 2010. In the meantime, the building will be hosting a wide-ranging programme of temporary exhibitions.
www.cardiffmuseum.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2087 3196
City Sightseeing Bus
Take a tour around the City Centre and the Bay. The bus has 11 stops including; Cardiff Castle, Civic Centre, Cardiff Bay and the Millennium Stadium, and allows you to 'hop on and hop off'. Adults £8, child £4, concession £6.
Doctor Who Up Close Exhibition
Get up close to a Cyberman and a Dalek, and see monsters, costumes & props from the recent series of Doctor Who, most of which was filmed in Cardiff. The interactive exhibition in the Red Dragon Centre also features props from the original series, & a Doctor Who Shop. Last entry is 6.15pm and late openings during peak season. Opening times subject to change without notice. Adults £6, children/concessions £4.50. Family tickets available at £18
Dyffryn Gardens
One of the best 100 gardens in the UK. Over 400 years of history lie behind the Dyffryn estate. Adults £6, children £2, concessions £4.
Flat Holm Island
Enjoy an exhilarating day trip to Flat Holm Island between March and October. Operating from Cardiff Bay you will be amazed at how much history and wildlife there is to discover. Guided tours bring the island stories to life.
www.flatholmisland.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2035 3917
Glamorgan Cricket Archives
Glamorgan Cricket, the venue for an Ashes Test Match in 2009 between England and Australia now offers a range of fascinating behind-the-scenes tours. This home of the Glamorgan Cricket Heritage Gallery also houses the Museum of Welsh Cricket.
Heath Park Miniature Railway and Tramway
Miniature train rides - steam, diesel and electric - and tram rides - in delightful parkland on the outskirts of Cardiff.
Martin Tinney Gallery
The Martin Tinney Gallery was established in 1989 and is now considered to be Wales’ premier private commercial art gallery. The gallery specialises predominantly in Welsh and Wales-based artists, past and present.
Millennium Stadium
Built in 1999, the Millennium Station is the home of Welsh rugby and an iconic venue for major football matches, other performances including Europe’s largest-ever indoor crowd for a boxing contest as Joe Calzaghe beat Peter Manfredo in 2007, and live music events.
www.millenniumstadium.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2082 2228
National Museum, Cardiff
A remarkable range of treasures - visit and be dazzled! Discover art, archaeology, natural history and geology. With a busy programme of exhibitions and events, it has something to amaze everyone, whatever your interests and admission is free.
www.museumwales.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)29 2039 7951
New Theatre
The New Theatre is Cardiff's oldest surviving theatre. With a year round programme of drama, musicals, dance, children's shows and pantomimes, it is also the place to see West End shows and big names.
www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)29 2087 8889
Norwegian Church Arts Centre
A former Norwegian sailors church, which is also a famous landmark building in Cardiff Bay and combines being a first-class visitor attraction with one of the cosiest coffee shops on the waterfront.
www.norwegianchurchcardiff.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2045 4899
Riverside Real Food Market
The biggest farmers' market in Wales, taking place every Sunday from 10am to 2pm on Riverside Embankment, opposite the Millennium Stadium, with fresh local, welsh and organic produce.
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
The college stages over 300 performances each year, ranging from vocal recitals to master-classes, dramas, musicals and opera. Something for everyone.
www.rwcmd.ac.uk./events Tel: +44 (0)29 2039 1391
See Wales tours
With departures every day from outside the National Museum, each See Wales tour gives you many experiences in one day: visiting majestic ruins, sandy beaches, green hilltops, Roman forts and even the depths of a famous Welsh coal mine. The tours are designed for all, from independent travellers, to families and small groups.
www.seewales.com Tel: +44 (0)29 2022 7227
Sherman Theatre
As South Wales’s only producing theatre, Sherman champions the work of Welsh and Wales-based writers, produces and presents the best in English and Welsh language performances and has a dynamic and active learning and engagement team.
www.shermancymru.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)29 2064 6900
St John the Baptist City Parish Church
St John's city centre Parish Church is Cardiff's second oldest building. A place of prayer, open daily to visitors offering peace and quiet in the busy marketplace. A place of beauty, and the famed hospitality of the tea room.
www.cardiffstjohncityparish.org.uk Tel: +44 (0)29 2039 5231
St. David's Hall
St David’s Hall is home to the annual Lloyds TSB Welsh Proms Cardiff, the world-class Orchestral Concert Series and the famous bi-annual BBC Cardiff Singer of the World competition.
www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Tel: +44 (0) 29 2087 8444
St. Fagans : National History Museum
One of the world's best loved open air museums. Set in over a hundred acres of parkland, telling the story of the people of Wales. Opens daily including bank holidays and free entry to all.
www.museumwales.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0) 29 2057 3500
TeamSport Indoor Karting Cardiff
TeamSport Karting is the UK's biggest Go Karting Company. The TeamSport's flagship karting track in Cardiff.
www.team-sport.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)870 6000 601
Wales Millennium Centre
Theatres, galleries, restaurants, bars, shops, free foyer entertainment and behind the scenes tours – you can find all of this and more at the award-winning Wales Millennium Centre, Europe’s most exciting performing arts and cultural venue.
www.wmc.org.uk Tel: +44 (0)8700 40 2000
WhereWhenWales
Escorted day tours from Cardiff. Discover South Wales’ culture, history and outstanding natural beauty. Friendly informative tours – something for everyone! Maximum 14 people, departing from National Museum Cardiff
www.wherewhenwales.com Tel: +44 (0)1633 869 700 or +44 (0)7773 786 228