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Cardiff’s definitive walking tour gives an unrivalled insight into the history of Wales’ capital city. This highly acclaimed walk is expertly led by a qualified, accredited official Wales guide and Cardiff University-trained historian so you are in the best possible hands as you travel 2000 years in two hours on the rollercoaster ride of Cardiff’s compelling story.

Conquest and rebellion, destruction and rebirth, corruption and catastrophe, boom and bust,- Cardiff has survived it all to emerge as the vibrant capital of its country. Meet the cast of Celts, Romans, Vikings, Normans, princes, kings, pirates, patriots, rogues, rebels, statesmen, reformers, industrialists, aristocrats and paupers who have all played their part. Join us and find out how, as we stroll around the famous landmarks and hidden corners of this remarkable city.

Exceptional value at just £7 per person for a 2 hour tour with an accredited official guide (child under 15 free with a paying adult.) For groups of 10 or more there is a discounted rate of £5 per person.

Visit our city centre tour desk and display inside Castle Welsh Crafts, Wales’ most famous gift and craft shop, opposite Cardiff Castle on Castle Street, where your tour ticket entitles you to a 10% discount. ( www.castlewelshcrafts.co.uk 02920 343038) Tour times are displayed at our desk in the shop, where you can buy your tour tickets on the day. Tour times are also displayed at the Cardiff Visitor Centre, The Old Library, The Hayes (02920 873573) and tour tickets can also be purchased here.

For all enquiries, advanced and group bookings, please contact us by email [email protected] or phone on 07849 067449.

Cardiff Jewish Heritage Trail

We have created a digital Cardiff Jewish heritage trail in three parts. You can follow the trail virtually at home on your computer or visit the sites using your mobile phone.

The trail tells the history of Cardiff Jewish communities through nearly fifty different locations. In addition to descriptions and pictures, the trail includes links to collections and audio excerpts from oral histories on People’s Collection Wales. Five of our popular before and after videos are included. Sources are given for those who want to explore this history more.

View the English trail here

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This trail is dedicated to the memory of Adrian Victor Cohen 1929 - 2021.

After you have looked at the trail, we would love it if you returned here to leave your comments / Ar ôl i chi edrych ar y llwybr, byddem wrth ein bodd pe baech yn dychwelyd yma i adael eich sylwadau.

You can do this via our Contact Us page / Gallwch wneud hyn drwy ein tudalen Cysylltwch â Ni.

Trail acknowledgements

The creation of this trail was a team effort.

Items were researched and written by Hannah Carter, Charlotte Ennis, Mike Hawkins, Ann Konsbruck, Huw Phillips and Holly Raddy with the help of many members of the Cardiff Jewish communities, including Anthony Blasebalk, Laurence Kahn, David Lermon and Stanley Soffa.

We are grateful for help from Rhian Diggins (Glamorgan Archives) and Katherine Whittington (Cathays Heritage Library).

Original photography by Klavdija Erzen, Mike Hawkins and Robert Jones.

Images and before-and-after videos prepared by Robert Jones.

Captions and source lists prepared by Klavdija Erzen.

Llio Mererid assisted with the Welsh translations.

The website was designed by Steven Baldwin, Neeraj Sharma and Evaldas Vilkinas, with amendments by Owain Lansdowne and YangYang.

Website content entered by Steven Baldwin, Krista Benedikz, Mike Hawkins and Llio Mererid.

The trail was coordinated and edited by Mike Hawkins.

The project was led by Klavdija Erzen and funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Jewish Historical Society of England, Cardiff University, and Jewish Memorial Council.

Together with Cynon Valley Museum, we have also created a walking tour of Jewish businesses in Aberdare .

We are also in the process of creating a Swansea and District Jewish Heritage Trail .

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• A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
• Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
• Entrance to the National Museum
• A pint or glass of house wine at a pub per person
• Entry/Admission - National Museum Cardiff
• Gratuities optional
• Food and additional drinks
• Transportation and hotel pickup/drop-off
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• Cardiff Castle, Castle St, Cardiff CF10 3RB, UK Your guide will meet you in front of the main entrance to Cardiff Castle in Castle Street, Cardiff CF10 3RB.
• National Museum Cardiff, Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK National Museum Cardiff - Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3NP, United Kingdom
• Wheelchair accessible
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• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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Enjoy a guided tour of Cardiff, the historic and vibrant capital city of Wales famous for its castles, its rugby, its outstanding university as well as a thriving arts and cultural scene. Situated on the banks of the River Taff and the Bristol Channel, Cardiff is also the home of the Welsh Parliament called the Senedd, and of course Welsh Rugby!

On this fascinating private walking tour of Cardiff, you'll learn how it was transformed from a humble fishing village, into a successful coal shipping port during the Industrial Revolution. With your expert private guide, see all the highlights and many hidden gems.

Your tour ends at the magnificent National Museum of Cardiff, which houses an extraordinary collection of literally everything from art to dinosaurs. Enjoy a half-hour introductory tour of this treasure trove, including the extensive wing of Impressionism and end inside to explore at your leisure.

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• Activity duration is 3 hours 3h 3h

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One day in cardiff: walking itinerary and must see attractions.

Last weekend I participated in a travel blogging conference called Traverse and spent a couple of days in the lovely city that hosted it: Cardiff.

The capital of Wales, Cardiff is located on the southern  Welsh coast: it overlooks the synonymous   bay and has a history that dates back to Roman times.

It was my first time in the city and to make the most of it, I took a self-guided tour of its castle and then joined some of the activities generously offered by the conference organisers: a walking tour  of the old town   and then a visit to one of Cardiff’s most peculiar museums , The Dr. Who Experience.

The latter was incredibly enjoyable and also gave me the chance to see a part of town I would have otherwise missed: the waterfront.

Cardiff is compact and you can see a lot in one day. However, you will find youself walking a lot so I recommend you start your day with a substantial breakfast.

You can find the best spots for breakfast in Cardiff here .

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One day in Cardiff: highlights

Cardiff has a compact city centre and the best way to experience it is to take a stroll along its street.

Our host for the day were the lovely folks at Cardiff on Foot and they were the best guide we could ask for: enthusiastic and knowledgeable, they made the city come to life and gave us great insight on its history and architecture.

The main landmark in the city is its castle, that lies at the end of High street.

It dates back to Roman times but while part of the original brickwork is still visible on  the external wall, its imposing entrance is the result of later fortifications.

The main gate opens onto a wide lawn that offers an unexpected sight.

Inside the main perimeter of the castle, a second fortification is built, on an artificial hill: it’s the Norman tower, originally a wooden construction then fortified in medieval times and now overlooking the wide grassy grounds

The tower is open to the public and the easy climb rewarded me with lovely views over the surrounding city.

The tower is a great vantage point but the most interesting part of the castle is hosted in its external walls and chambers: these host the museum of military history with, among other things, haunting propaganda posters dating back to war times.

Reemerging from the belly of the castle, it’s worth following its perimeter and stop to admire the clock tower, built in the style known as ‘Gothic revival’

Passing it, you then reach Bute park : originally the grounds of the castle, the park is now a public space where festivals and events are held regularly.

On a Sunday morning, when I visited, the park is heaven for dog owners and families with children, strolling under the blossoming magnolia trees.

Near  the park and north of the castle is where Cardiff hosts its most impressive official buildings such as the university, the city council

and maybe the most elegant and evocative of all: the war memorial (photo below)

After visiting this monumental part of town, it is worth exploring the high street and smaller side streets.

Here is where you can find one of the city’s most peculiar characteristics: its arcades . Almost ante- litteram shopping malls, the arcades are covered corridors hosting independent, quirky shops: cafes are aplenty but also design, knick knacks and beard accessory shops abound.

Nothing is too small or too unusual to be sold  here and there are strict guidelines for shop owners to ensure the atmosphere of the arcades is preserved.

Chains and high street shops are banned and cannot trade inside this older part of town

Chain-brand shopping takes place on the street parallel to the high street, a busy  pedestrian area with buskers and an upbeat vibe, worth a visit especially at mealtimes: Cardiff has a wide choice of restaurants and cafes.

The hight street makes for a pleasant stroll, but more interesting are the small side lanes around the Principality Stadium, the proud home of Welsh rugby.

Here is where you find some of Cardiff’s finest independent breweries, including one of Cardiff’s latest success stories, the Tiny Rebel Brewing company

as well as interesting street art

Cardiff walking tour itinerary and map

Our walking tour of Cardiff focussed on the old part of town and was a pleasant way to spend the morning. Cardiff city centre is not big and you can easily get a good sense it walking at a leisurely pace.

Cardiff waterfront

After visiting Cardiff’s medieval and post-industrial life, it is worth catching a bus to the Bay.

This part of the city, as the name suggests, overlooks the sea and despite being only 10 minutes by bus from the city centre, feel like a different world.

The waterfront has modern buildings, wide spaces and  the sea and sky give a  wonderful sense of openness and light.

Many interesting buildings dot these shores, including the Norwegian church (where Roald Dahl was baptised)

And the stunning Millenium centre

The area is famous for the many arts festivals it hosts but also for being the home of some very successful TV productions, including the iconic Dr. Who (BBC Wales studios are here).

The Doctor is not just a guest in this part of town but has a whole exhibition, where you can discover costumes and props from the show and be part of your very own adventure .

While not a proper fan, I do love Dr. Who and ventured inside the turtle like building. Strict rules forbid me to share what happened during my time warp there but let me reveal this: Daleks are involved and you will not be disappointed !

After my long walk and my space adventure, the moment came for me to catch my bus and return to Dublin.

I left Cardiff feeling an unexpected fondness for the city and a strong desire to return to Wales soon.

Thank you, Traverse and Cardiff on foot for the lovely time!

Practical info:

• Transport : Cardiff is served by a well-equipped airport about 30 minutes from the centre of town (Connection by bus, ticket 5£ return)
• Accommodation : I stayed at the Sandringham hotel, an inexpensive hotel right in the centre of town. The hotel was clean and with a nice breakfast but the size of the room and the location near many of Cardiff bars makes it unsuitable for families. It’s a good address for solo travellers looking for inexpensive and convenient location
• For kids : I visited Cardiff on my own but I took note of some attractions that would be suitable for kids. The castle and Bute park are perfect for a family day out while in the bay area my pick for families with children is Techniquest and Dr. Who experience . You can find more fun places to visit in the UK with kids here.

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Marta Correale

Marta Correale is the creator, writer and creative mind behind Learning Escapes. A travel loving mama of two from Italy, Marta currently lives in Ireland with her husband and two kids, they take frequent trips to European destination, the US and beyond. A professional travel blogger for over a decade, Marta is passionate about traveling with kids and helping others to travel more and better as a family.

22 thoughts on “ One day in Cardiff: walking itinerary and must see attractions ”

Cardiff is one of my favorite cities in the UK and particularly loved the castle and the waterfront! #mondayescapes

Looks like you had great weather – we had pouring rain :(, which didn’t make for a great experience…

What a shame, the weather indeed made a big difference. When I first got there it was pouring rain: we got lucky that it opened up and turned into a bright day or we might have spent all in the pub! Which can be nice, but a bit of a waste if you only do that….

This post makes me want to visit Cardiff. Apart from the fact that your pictures are very good, it looks like a perfect weekend getaways for the family. I will definitely take your post into account when thinking about our next short city break… 🙂

Great article- love all the photos, I’m surprised how picturesque Cardiff is!

Thanks for the tour of Cardiff! My boys would love to visit the castle and the Dr Who exhibition. #MondayEscapes

Marta, it looks fabulous! And so serene! Amazing photos you have taken. It is rare to encounter such a weather, isn’t it? 🙂

Thank you!! And you’re absolutely right: the weather is not that dissimilar from Dublin and both cities just wake up and shine when the sun (finally) comes out 🙂

Cardiff looks fantastic! I wish we would have visited on our last trip. I know that our boys would love it!

I think they would too! The castle and the waterfront are both amazing and it seems a really family friendly city: small but with loads to do and see!

Cardiff looks great. We have been to north Wales twice but never south Wales. Next time we will put Cardiff on our must see list. We love a good castle

You’ve made me wish I’d had time to see the castle again. There are so many hidden gems around Cardiff – a walking tour certainly looks like a good way to see a lot of the city #MondayEscapes

Cardiff is a brilliant city isn’t it, I’d love to visit again. Loved your pics of the Castle, I’ve never been there so thats definitely going on the “to do” list! I really like the bay area, and the Doctor Who exhibition is fab! x #myfavouritetrip

I love the idea of 2 for 1 castles 🙂 And the Dr. Who museum speaks to my inner geek!

Cardiff looks like a great place for a day out! Thanks for sharing 🙂

I haven’t been back to Cardiff since my university days and I wasn’t doing much sightseeing then 🙂 It looks so full of history and great for kids – is the Dr Who exhibition there too? The war memorial is really impressive. Looks like a great city break for the family. Thanks for linking up with #MondayEscapes

What a great little trip. I spent a night in Cardiff years ago but barely remember it although did walk past the castle. It looks great. The Dr. Who sounds intriguing. I like your practical info box at the end, I should include something like that 🙂 Thanks very much for linking up #MyFavouriteTrip Polly x

I too visited and took a tour with Cardiff on Foot. They were fabulous and really went out of there way to show us this lovely little city.

Glad you liked them too! They really made the city come to life for me: they knew some much and I loved the mix of history and fun facts

Wales continually impresses me. I have seen some wonderful city walls in the world, but this one, despite the range of updates to it, really is neat. I’d add Cardiff to my UK itinerary in a heartbeat.

It’s a great one, I was really surprised by both the castle and the city – so dynamic and friendly. I have seen little of the rest of Wales but no doubt I’ll go back for longer

Love the Roald Dahl connection and the itinerary and map that you created- these will give any visitor some interesting ideas in Cardiff.

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Whilst visiting us, if you have some free time, be sure to explore the city, where you will find beautiful green spaces, modern shopping centres, indoor markets and our very own castle just a short walk away.

Cathays Park campus is just a ten-minute walk from the city centre, so it's easy to get around and explore.

Cardiff has one of the UK's biggest shopping centres, St David's and St David's 2 , beautiful Edwardian and Victorian arcades and Cardiff Market , situated in a Victorian building in the city centre. There are also great places to eat a short walk from campus including Pettigrew Tea Rooms (a traditional Welsh tearoom based in Bute Park), Wahaca (the Hayes, City Centre), The Potted Pig (High Street, City Centre) and many more.

Cardiff is a thriving and attractive capital city, widely recognised as an outstanding place to live.

Alternatively,  you can take a city tour where you will see Cardiff's magnificent civic buildings (of which the University is a key part), Cardiff Castle and the iconic Principality Stadium (formerly known as the Millennium Stadium).

Or see the sights and relax by taking a Cardiff Boat Tour to Cardiff Bay . The bay offers a wealth of cultural attractions including the Wales Millennium Centre, the National Assembly for Wales and the Pierhead Building .

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If you intend extending  your visit, you may like to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park , immerse yourself in history at St Fagan's National History Museum , go white-water rafting or simply enjoy the stunning view from Penarth Pier .

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Fogo's Free Tours Cardiff is a locally owned and operated walking tour initiative, and we are eager to share the unique history, culture and charm of Wales with the World. The company was initially founded in the Spring of 2018 by Eugene and it has grown ever since to also include Rebecca, Sal, Remo and Andrew. Between us we bring a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and skills to our tours , which are all catered to create the best experience for each individual guest. We are all very passionate about Cardiff, and Wales, and strive to enhance your knowledge and experience of our beautiful little country.

We offer the only Free Walking Tours of not just Cardiff but in all of Wales . Our regular Cardiff Free Walking Tours are designed to provide a strong overview of not only Cardiff's history, landmarks and architecture, but also the culture and characters of Wales as well. The weekly Cardiff Bay Free Walking Tour deepens your experience and understanding of the Welsh capital, delving deeper into the city's long association with the industrial revolution, coal exports and immigration. On top of what we offer in Cardiff, there are also weekly Free Swansea Walking Tours available for much of the year, which is only an hour from Cardiff. Wale's second city sits on a spectacular beachfront, and is synonymous with Dylan Thomas, the Second World War and it was the home of the copper production industry historically. Also, we now offer Doctor Who Cardiff Tours , which has served as the heart and soul of the Show for the last 15 years.

From the hundreds of reviews on TripAdvisor, Google, Facebook and elsewhere, we know that our tours in Cardiff are considered to be informative, educational, entertaining and most of all, fun. We do care about the satisfaction of our guests and promise that joining us for a tour will make your stay in our city unforgettable . You will leave not just Cardiff but the country of Wales with deeper appreciation and understanding of the country, and your visit will be all the more worthwhile for it.

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Cardiff's only free walking tour takes place every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday at 11am. 

*Schedule will vary slightly during May. Please reserve your place in advance.

The next Cardiff Dark Side  free tour will likely take place in summertime. Private tours are available all year round so if you would like to organise a tour please get in touch.   

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Swansea tours are now only available on a private basis. Please get in touch in order to organise a tour.

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Doctor Who tours only run on a private basis. If you want more information, or to book a walking tour of Doctor Who filming locations in Cardiff, please just get in touch.

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The Original Cardiff Free Walking Tour

The cardiff city free walking tour starts from  the john batchelor statue on the hayes in central cardiff  (opposite the tk maxx store - cf10 1td).   the cardiff free walking tour takes place every tuesday, thursday, saturday & sunday at 11am. the schedule will change slightly during may, with tours mostly taking place on wednesday, saturday & sunday, as well as holiday mondays (6 & 27 may).   advanced booking is preferred. please b e aware that some tours may be full, or may not go ahead unless there is a min imum number of people booked in advance. in these rare instanc es you will be contacted the day before, thank you.   all welcome.

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Free walking tour, cardiff bay free walking tours start   from outside the wales millennium centre in cardiff bay   (under the letters, opposite the water tower) the cardiff bay free walking tours takes place sporadically across the year. the next tour will likely take place during summer 2024. private tours are available all year round, please  just get in  touch to organise a tour. thanks., the swansea free walking tour, swansea walking tours start   from castle square, next to th e le af boat sculpture opposite swa nsea castle. at the moment the swansea tour is only available as a private tour. some public tours may take place in august. if you are interested in a privat e swa nsea to ur please just get in touch to arrange a booking., the cardiff dark side.

The Cardiff Dark Side Walking Tour starts   from the statue of John Batchelor on The Hayes in central Cardiff. (The same location as the Cardiff city tour)

Private Dark Side tours are available all year round, at a date and time convenient to you.

Following Easter, the next public Cardiff Dark Side free walking tour will likely take place during the late summer.

The Cardiff City of Arcades

The cardiff city of arcades free walking tour starts from the john batchelor statue on the hayes in central  cardiff, opposite the tk maxx store. the next  city of arcades tour will likely take place in july 2024 at a yet undecided date . private versions of this tour, and all of the other tours, are available on request all year round. thank you..

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Despite being Irish, since moving to Wales I have developed a love and fascination for the underappreciated cities of Cardiff & Swansea, as well as the country as a whole.

As a historian, journalist, traveller and long-term tourism professional across multiple cities, i have developed a passion for history, travel and culture. so, becoming a walking tour guide in cardiff & swansea gave me an opportunity to share information about my adopted home to inquisitive visitors from around the world, and it is a perfect way to embrace these skills and interests., as of early 2024 almost 1,200 tours have taken place across south wales to tens of thousands of people from every corner of the world. whether it is with me, or my trusted, talented and experienced colleagues that have joined me across the last six years, you will be in good hands during your time with us..

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Yuthika, South Africa, Feb 2023

Eugene was an excellent tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and managed to keep a large group of people engaged for over 2 hours with stories and facts about Cardiff. We learned so much and had a fantastic time. The route that he chose was also pram friendly, which we really appreciated! Would definitely recommend.

Emilie, Cardiff, June 2022

Our tour of Cardiff by Eugene was fantastic! I’ve lived in Cardiff for three years and I learned more during the tour than I have in my time living here. Eugene is very personable and made our tour very fun as he adapted it to the audience’s nationalities. 10/10 highly recommend!

The Fog Blog

Cardiff guide, swansea guide.

Read blog posts on different historical elements, events and characters of Welsh life, such as about Welsh food and where to find it in the Welsh capital.

If you're visiting the Cardiff area and not sure what to do with your time here, the Cardiff Guide can point you in the right directions for attractions, food, scenery and more.

If you're visiting Swansea and the Gower Peninsula and not sure what to do in the area, this guide provides advice for attractions, museums, food, beaches and more.

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