Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Although it\u2019s one of the smallest capitals in Europe, Cardiff has its fair share of iconic buildings and historic landmarks. From the Mermaid Quay and Cardiff Castle to the Principality and Techniquest, there\u2019s plenty to see. With a 24-hour pass for the hop-on-hop-off bus tour, you can explore the city at your leisure and, with expert audio commentary, get all the information you need on Cardiff\u2019s history.<\/p>\n
Buy Cardiff Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour for \u00a317 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Cardiff Bay Helicopter Sightseeing Tour for Two<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Get the view of a lifetime with this helicopter sightseeing tour of Cardiff, Cardiff Bay, and Cardiff Docks. In just 20 minutes, you\u2019ll see the beauty of the South Wales coast from 1,500ft up and get the chance to fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter. On the day, you\u2019ll board either a B206 Jet Ranger or AS350 Single Squirrel for your tour of the skies, before landing back down with a framed picture of yourself and a ton of memories.<\/p>\n
Buy Cardiff Bay Helicopter Sightseeing Tour for Two for \u00a3309 at Virgin Experience Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Escape Room Experience for Two in Cardiff<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Cardiff is home to three universities, so you better get your brain in gear. At the city\u2019s escape room experience, you can tackle six different puzzles that are sure to put your smarts, skills and nerve to the test. Choose between an hour locked in Alcatraz, a crime scene at an art gallery, a serial killer\u2019s den and much more.<\/p>\n
Buy Escape Room Experience for Two in Cardiff for \u00a342 at Virgin Experience Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
One-Hour Entry at Ninja Warrior UK Cardiff<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Groupon<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Put your body to the test at Ninja Warrior UK. With an extreme set of courses inspired by the TV show, these venues are designed to test agility and strength. By the end of your one or two-hour session, you\u2019ll be able to jump, climb and fly with the best of them.<\/p>\n
Buy One-Hour Entry at Ninja Warrior UK Cardiff from \u00a39.85 at Groupon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Watch women\u2019s rugby at Cardiff Arm\u2019s Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>\n
England vs Wales at this year\u2019s men\u2019s Six Nations may be sold out but never fear, because the women\u2019s team are ready to take over. For this year\u2019s TikTok Women\u2019s Six Nations, the Welsh women will be playing at the Principality\u2019s little brother, Cardiff Arms Park. Just as impressive in atmosphere and literally right next door, this stadium has been home to some of Welsh rugby\u2019s most historic moments.<\/p>\n
For the England fans, Wales women will be playing the Red Roses on Saturday 15th April. For more information, go to our guide on how to buy tickets for the Six Nations in 2023<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Buy women\u2019s rugby tickets at eticketing<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Principality Stadium Tour for a family of four<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
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Considered to be one of the best sports venues in the world, the Principality Stadium is one of Wales\u2019s crown jewels. Home to not just rugby but boxing, motorsport and concerts too, you can explore the history of this renowned stadium with a behind-the-scenes tour. You\u2019ll get the chance to see the changing rooms, sit in the press box, and even walk through the tunnel that leads to the pitch.<\/p>\n
Buy Principality Stadium Tour for family of four from \u00a350 at Principality Stadium<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Concerts at Cardiff Castle<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Live Nation<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Cardiff castle was built in the late 11th century by Norman invaders and now sits in the very heart of the city. Its drawbridge is always down for the people of Cardiff to walk through and you can often see different coloured lights shining onto its walls to show support for various charities and causes. For instance, last year the blue and yellow flag of Ukraine was projected onto it.<\/p>\n
It has also become a popular concert venue with the like of Tom Jones, Blondie and The Lumineers playing in it this year. Tickets are still available for these concerts, with many more bookings on the way.<\/p>\n
Buy Cardiff Castle concert tickets at Live Nation<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
The Dark Side of Cardiff Guided Walking Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Get Your Guide<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Discover the spooky secrets of Wales with this dark side walking tour. As you explore the outskirts of the city, you\u2019ll come across historical prisons, learn about Cardiff\u2019s most infamous executions and relive the life of pirates on the River Taff.<\/p>\n
Buy the Dark Side of Cardiff Walking Tour for \u00a3145 at Get Your Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Doctor Who Cardiff Walking Tour for Two<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BBC<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Since 2005, Britain\u2019s biggest sci-fi series has made Cardiff its main filming location. The Welsh city has doubled as Pompeii, New York, New Earth and so many other wibbly wobbly, timey wimey places. Now you can see them all on this Doctor Who location tour.<\/p>\n
From the Torchwood hub to the church where Donna Noble almost married, you\u2019ll have the chance to take pictures and re-enact some of your favourite scenes.<\/p>\n
Buy Doctor Who Cardiff Walking Tour for \u00a330 at Virgin Experience Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Best things to do just outside of Cardiff <\/strong><\/h2>\nBarry Island Gavin and Stacey Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Get Your Guide<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Get ready to shriek \u201cOh my Christ!\u201d at this walking tour of Barry Island \u2013 the perfect gift for Gavin & Stacey fans. See Marco\u2019s Caf\u00e9, the arcade where Nessa works and the place where Gavin and Stacey said \u201cI love you\u201d for the first time. Plus, you\u2019ll have a beautiful view of the sea and a chance to buy some fish and chips at Barry Island Beach.<\/p>\n
Buy Gavin and Stacey tour tickets for \u00a334 at GetYourGuide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Brecon Beacons Gorge Walking Adventure Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Get Your Guide<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
We\u2019re not gonna lie to you, this is going to be cold. But if you\u2019re looking for an adrenaline-fuelled adventure then try this gorge walking tour of the Brecon Beacons. For a full day, you\u2019ll climb, jump, swim and float through rapids, then you\u2019ll get the chance to relax as you stand behind a calming waterfall and swim in crystal-clear waters. Not for the faint of heart.<\/p>\n
Buy Brecon Beacons Gorge Adventure Tour for \u00a3150 at GetYourGuide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Scarlets Rugby Home Match Tickets for Two at Parc y Scarlets<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BuyaGift<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
One of Wales\u2019s most beloved rugby teams, the Scarlets are based in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. With this experience, you can soak up the magic of live rugby by watching any Scarlets match from a URC or European Group Stage fixture. You\u2019ll have access to The Barn fan zone which includes entertainment, food and drink for all ages.<\/p>\n
Buy Scarlets Rugby Home Match Tickets for Two for \u00a348 at Buyagift<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
10,000ft tandem skydiving in Swansea<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
In Swansea, \u00a0you can try the ultimate once-in-a-lifetime skydiving experience. You can do a tandem skydive at either 10,000ft or 15,000ft, which will give you stunning views of the Gower Peninsula and the Welsh countryside. Plus, it\u2019s a hell of an adrenaline rush.<\/p>\n
Buy 10,000ft tandem skydiving in Swansea for \u00a3269 at IntoTheBlue<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Best way to travel to Cardiff<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Whether it\u2019s by plane, train or automobile, there are a lot of ways into the Welsh capital. Cardiff is fairly easy to get to, but if you\u2019re planning to travel in for a rugby match or concert (Beyonc\u00e9, anyone?) then the trains, coaches and motorways can fill up very quickly.<\/p>\n
You\u2019re always best off booking your journeys in advance, or if you\u2019re driving, be sure to set off early. For more information about how to get there, we\u2019ve put together this handy guide and even included some places to stay for those planning to make a weekend of it.<\/p>\n
What is the easiest way to get to Cardiff?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
The most common way of travelling into Cardiff is by car as, in the words of Uncle Bryn, \u201cIt\u2019s a cracking motorway the M4.\u201d The M4 runs between London and South Wales and to get to Cardiff, you simply follow it over the Prince of Wales bridge \u2013 which you don\u2019t have to pay for anymore \u2013 and carry on for another 30 minutes.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re coming from the north, however, you\u2019re more likely to come down the side of Wales and take the M5 and M50 route past Birmingham and Newport.<\/p>\n
If you can\u2019t or don\u2019t want to drive, you can always get the bus. National Express and Megabus have many direct services between Cardiff Central bus station and UK cities, including London, Swansea, Newcastle, and Manchester. You can also travel by plane: Cardiff Airports sits 16km outside of the city centre and offers flights to Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin.<\/p>\n
Then there\u2019s always the train. Cardiff\u2019s main train station, Cardiff Central, has direct links to Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and London Paddington. For all other cities, your best bet is heading to Birmingham New Street and changing from there. The station pops out directly opposite the Principality Stadium and a few minutes from St Mary Street, so it\u2019s hard to get lost from there.<\/p>\n
If possible, try to book an \u2018off-peak\u2019 ticket to save you some money. \u2018Off-peak\u2019 is any time outside of commuting hours and weekends, which are the busiest travel times. Plus, you can save a save a third on the price of a train fare by using a Railcard. For more money saving tips when travelling by train, check out our guide on\u00a0 how to get cheap train tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Buy a Railcard at Trainline<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Best places to stay in Cardiff<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Once you\u2019re in Cardiff, there are dozens of hotels to choose from both inside the city centre and on the outskirts. Wowcher is brilliant for finding deals on hotels so we\u2019ve added a couple below for you to consider.<\/p>\n
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For more spring activities, check out this Mother\u2019s Day experience<\/a> list and our round-up of the\u00a0 best Easter trails<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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