Cardiff, the youngest capital city in Europe, is known for its castle, art, dragons, river, Victorian arcades, parks, rugby, music, university, bay, and Brains beer. This diverse list of attractions means that whether you enjoy art, rugby, historical castles, modern architecture, classical music, or new bands in pubs, Cardiff has something for everyone.
Facts
Population: |
362,400 Cardiffian (2021 census) |
Currency: |
British Pound Sterling £1 = 100 pence |
Search Accommodation: |
Hotels » |
Emergency numbers: |
Police, Ambulance, Fire Brigade: 999 |
Newspapers: |
South Wales Echo & The Western Mail — www.walesonline.co.uk |
Website: |
www.visitcardiff.com |
Opening hours: |
Most shops are open from 9.00 to 17.00 with late night shopping on Thursdays. Sunday opening from 10.00 to 16.00. |
Tourist information: |
Visit Cardiff Visitor Information Point Cardiff Castle on Castle Street (inside the main gate and to the right-hand side)
March to October: open Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00, Sat & Sun 9:00–17:00 November to February: open Mon–Fri 10:00–16:00, Sat & Sun 9:00–16:00 |
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