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Welcome to Cardiff, Capital of Wales!

Croeso i Gaerdydd, Prifddinas Cymru!

Things are different in Cardiff, the Capital of Wales. Within the compact city centre you'll find unique attractions, top class entertainment - and quality shopping with a difference. Innovative architecture sits alongside historic buildings, the bustle of the city centre is only a few strides from acres of peaceful parklands, and Cardiff Bay offers indoor and outdoor entertainment for everyone. Have a browse on this site to find out more information on attractions, events, downloadable maps, how to get to Cardiff and much more!

Where to Stay

Whether you're looking for a luxurious five-star hotel or a cosy guest house, Cardiff has plenty of choice for every pocket. Find out more.

Where to eat & drink

Cardiff has a growing reputation for fine dining, with the chefs being lucky enough to have some of the best produce to work with. Find out more.

What to see & do

Cardiff has plenty to keep the whole family entertained. Innovative architecture sits alongside 2000 year old history. Cardiff Bay is one of Europe's most exciting waterfront developments and the city centre offers quality shopping.

Special Offers

Capital of Wales

To find out about special offers from hotels, attractions and restaurants in Cardiff visit our Special Offers page here.

Events Coming Up

Cardiff is an events city and has a full and varied programme throughout the year. You'll find international bands alongside sporting, theatre and cultural events. See a full events listing here.

Book online...

Make use of our highly competitive hotel rates – ranging from small family hotels through to luxury hotels. Read unbiased reviews from previous hotel guests, benefit from instant online booking confirmation and a reservation service which is free of charge. Visit our Where to Stay pages for more information.

Ashes Cricket and UWIC Graduations – secured your accommodation yet?

The second week in July promises to be a very busy week for Cardiff with the first Ashes Test between England and Australia (8-12 July), the University of Wales Institute Cardiff (UWIC) Graduation ceremonies at the Wales Millennium Centre (8-10 July) and the Cardiff International Food and Drink Festival in the Bay (10-12 July). So if you’re looking for accommodation, the chances are you’ll have your work cut out. But don’t worry, visitcardiff.com can help you! As the official marketing organisation for Cardiff we’ve secured a small number of rooms across a range of accommodation for this especially busy period. To go through to our dedicated booking site, click here.

Cardiff Channel on YouTube

Young and ambitious - Cardiff, one of Europe's youngest capitals is a contemporary, vibrant city which is full of life and future plans. See the new Cardiff video as well as other videos we like on YouTube. Click here.

If you think your video should appear on the Cardiff channel click here.

2009 Cardiff Guides!

The Cardiff Essential Guide gives an overview of what to see and do, where to eat & drink and where to shop in and around Cardiff. The Where to Stay guide gives information on accommodation, including grading, prices and maps. To request a guide or download the latest Essential or Where to stay guide visit our brochure request page.

Visit the home of Doctor Who...

You can pick up a location map and spot the Cardiff sights that double as locations for Doctor Who and Torchwood. Combine a visit to the Doctor Who Up-close exhibition in Cardiff Bay with a tour of the locations.