Air

The main airport is Cardiff International Airport. This is the only major airport in Wales and is situated some 12 miles to the south-west of the city in the Vale of Glamorgan. The airport is served by a number of airlines.

Rail

Cardiff Central railway station is a major hub for many services and is in an ideal location being very close to the main city centre attractions and is in close proximity to Cardiff Bay. Arriva Trains Wales operate the vast majority of inter-Wales services with regular departures from Cardiff Central to the South Wales Valleys, Swansea, and a frequent service to North Wales.

National Museum Cardiff

The art collection alone at the National Museum draws visitors from all over the world, with a broad range, including world-renowned impressionist and post-impressionist work, 1930s surrealism and 20th century art from Wales. With natural history, archaeology and geology exhibitions too.

Wales Millennium Centre

The centre hosts a huge range of concerts and performances in one main theatre and two smaller halls. It also features a number of cafes and restaurants, with regular free events creating a vibrant atmosphere. It’s nicknamed The Armadillo due to its copper-coloured dome.

Cardiff Castle

The foundations of the castle date back to 50 AD and the imposing building walled with elaborate gargoyles is a 19th century gothic fantasy. It was created by renowned architect William Burges for the third Marquis of Bute, who was reputedly the richest man in the world at the time. It’s a monument to eccentricity that should be on your must-see list.

The Millennium Stadium

This remarkable stadium really is a sight to behold both inside and out. International rugby and football is played here, as well as a variety of the other sports events and major live music concerts. It is the home of the Wales national rugby union team and has also staged games of the Wales national football team.

The Hayes

The Hayes has been transformed in recent years to become a bustling pedestrianised shopping thoroughfare in the city. is lined with grand Edwardian and Victorian buildings on one side and St David’s on the other. You’ll find designer shops and boutique stores, with big names such as Kurt Geiger, Radley, Molton Brown, Cath Kidston and Hugo Boss.

Royal Arcade

The oldest of Cardiff’s arcades, dating back to 1858 the Royal Arcade is situated in towards the south of the city centre, opposite the new St David’s development, running from the Hayes to St Mary Street. Here you’ll find independent shops such as Wally’s Delicatessen, who have been in the arcade for 60 years and Melin Tregwynt who sell Welsh-made blankets, throws and cushions.

Queens Arcade

It is home to some of Cardiff’s most exciting and fashionable boutiques, shops, jewellers and cafes and is situated on Queen Street, right in the heart of Cardiff city centre. Whether you are browsing for presents, something fabulous for a night out, gorgeous jewellery or just fancy a spot of window shopping, Queens Arcade has something for everyone.

Chaiholics

Unit 6, The Globe Centre, Wellfield Road, Cardiff CF24 3PE, Wales
Cuisines: Indian, Asian, Bistro, Tea Room

Moksh

Ocean Building, Bute Crescent, Cardiff CF10 5AY, Wales
Cuisines: Indian

Spiceberry

30-32 Caroline Street, South Glamorgan, Cardiff CF10 1FF, Wales
Cuisines: Indian