Cardiff

From a 2000-year old castle to the futuristic Wales Millennium Centre.

The capital of Wales, Cardiff is surrounded by mountains to the north and sea to the south and home to the Millennium Stadium. The enchanting fairy towers of Cardiff Castle overlook a busy city with a lively waterfront with plenty of bars, restaurants and cafes to choose from.

Hotels in Cardiff

Cardiff is packed full of hotels for any type of traveller. Whether you are in the city for business or pleasure you will be able to find your perfect place to stay. Choose from 5 star hotels such as The St David's Hotel & Spa, 4 star hotels like The Copthorne Hotel Cardiff, or 3 star hotels like the Egerton Grey Country House Hotel. For more hotels of all ratings and prices click here.

Shopping in Cardiff

Designer brands, major chains and dozens of independent shops and boutiques in the city's network of Victorian and Edwardian arcades have helped Cardiff build a reputation as one of the UK's top shopping destinations.

Eating and Drinking in Cardiff

Cardiff has a growing reputation for fine dining, with the chefs being lucky enough to have some of the best produce to work with - magnificent Welsh lamb and beef, high quality vegetables, shellfish and wild salmon. In the city centre's new Brewery Quarter you can wine and dine al fresco at a wide range of restaurants are emerging everywhere with a seemingly endless choice of cuisine.

If someone in Cardiff tells you they want Brains, don be alarmed, they're referring to the local brewery, which produce the city's favourite pint. The lively St Mary Street is the busiest area for bars and clubs at the weekend with Mill Lane and Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay providing popular alternatives.

Sports and Leisure in Cardiff

World class rugby, football, cricket ice-hockey and motor-racing are all on offer in Cardiff. Explore Cardiff on feet with a city walk or enjoy one of the top golf courses in and around Cardiff.

Art and Entertainment in Cardiff

Whether you're after art galleries and theatres, or bars and live music, Cardiff offers a wide choice of nightlife.

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