Your friends are coming down to Cardiff? Why not show them the beautiful sights and fun activities the city has to offer!
THE CASTLE
Starting off with the most famous landmark in Cardiff, is the medieval castle. It is located right in the city centre and can’t be missed. Although there is an admission fee into the castle, you can walk around the grounds free of charge. Even if you aren’t so much into history, it provides a great location to have a wander and grab some coffee.
ST DAVID’S CENTRE
Providing the most obvious location to take your friends is the city centre. St David’s shopping centre boasts over 160 shops, cafes and restaurants to explore; it will keep friends and family entertained and occupied during the day. Although, it is easy to get carried away with the huge selection of shops!
BUTE PARK
Perfect for autumnal walks, Cardiff is home to Bute park. It is about a 10 minute walk from the city centre to the 130 acres of landscape gardens. It is filled with greenery and wildlife and provides a location for a refreshing walk or even a jog!
The park is family friendly, with many children and dog walkers, perfect for friends and family visiting. Although being in a capital city, bute park allows a spot to unwind and take a step away from the fast paced centre. You can access it by many entrances and explore all the different parts it has to offer!
Bute Park allows a spot to unwond and take a step away from the fast paced centre...
CARDIFF BAY
Next, we have Cardiff Bay, just 15 minutes from the town centre. It is situated at the mouth of the River Taff and Ely. Also known as Mermaid Quay, overlooking the stunning waterfront and many boats.
It acts as a perfect place to take visiting friends due to its huge variety of places to eat and drink. Nice enough to get some fresh air, it is still close enough to the heart of Cardiff. Additionally, it provides boat trips and fun excursions for an adventure!
BARRY ISLAND
Iconic Barry Island. Whatever the weather, this is always a classic when friends and family come to visit. A 30-minute drive or train ride away from the centre, the famous island is known for the British Sitcom ‘Gavin and Stacey’.
It has amusements and rides, Marco’s cafe, serving the best hot chocolate and many great fish and chips spots. Along with its fun atmophere, it looks out to its stretch of golden sands paired with the