Your Essential Travel Guide To Cardiff

The modern capital of Wales is one of the UK’s most interesting and exciting cities. With historic castles and grand museums alongside world-class venues and stunning modern architecture, this small but vibrant city has enthusiastically taken its place among the capitals of Europe.

There’s fantastic shopping and a buzzing nightlife, and a whole world of countryside walks, beautiful coastline, and ancient monuments within easy reach.

Combining the old with the new, Cardiff serves as a working centre of government for Wales, as well as a cultural and historic hub.

From the elegant Bute Park and the grand edifices of the National Museum and the medieval romance of Cardiff Castle, to the vibrant and modern Cardiff Bay with its breathtaking Wales Millennium Centre and the modern heart of Welsh democracy, the Senedd.

You’re never short of great places to eat in Cardiff either, with fresh seafood as well as cuisine from all over the world. There are also fantastic music venues and clubs showcasing the best in local and visiting talent, along with many great bars and pubs for unforgettable evenings on the town.

Cardiff has great motorway links from Dover and London, and can be reached in around 3 hours 30 minutes’ drive from the ferry port via the M4.

You can also make use of our other Channel routes such as Dieppe to Newhaven, which also puts you 3 hours 30 minutes’ drive from Cardiff.

The city is also within easy reach of other exciting destinations such as Bath, Gloucester, and the Brecon Beacons National Park.