11 THINGS TO SEE & DO IN CARDIFF THIS MAY HALF TERM

Thursday 1 May 2025

School’s out for the Half Term so Visit Cardiff have put together a guide of 11 exciting things to do to enjoy as a family. Scroll for ticketed attractions and events, fun & free activities you can be more spontaneous with, a link to family-friendly hotels in case you want to extend your stay a little longer, and some practical advice that you may need to know.

Don’t forget – this is just a small selection of the many attractions & events going on in the city. Make sure you take a look at our See & Do & Events pages for more.

1. ALPACA TREKKING AT GARTH HALL FARM

ALL HALF TERM | FROM £22.80 (1 ADULT & 1 CHILD ) | BOOK IN ADVANCE

Nestled in Llantrisant, just half an hours’ drive from Cardiff City Centre, you’ll find Garth Hall Farm. Meet all of their friendly alpacas over half term. Whether you want to just visit, or take one for a walk, the farm can cater for it all.

Find out more information on the website here. Special arrangements can be made for large parties by calling Helen on 07399696742.

2. BFF HOLIDAY CLUB AT INSOLE COURT

MON – FRI | £20 FOR THE WEEK OR £5 PER SESSION | BOOK IN ADVANCE

BFF s a lively and engaging morning club designed for primary school children from Reception to Year 6. This fun-filled program focuses on helping kids become even better friends through interactive activities, games, and discussions. Each session explores a key aspect of friendship, encouraging children to grow in their relational skills while having a fantastic time.

Throughout the week, children will learn that BFFs are builders, includers, kind speakers, and good listeners. The club runs from Monday to Friday, and while kids will benefit most from attending all sessions, even joining for a morning or two will be worthwhile and enjoyable. BFF is a great opportunity for children to have fun, make new friends, and discover how to be a truly great friend to others. Book online here.

3. ENJOY HALF TERM FUN AT CARDIFF CASTLE

ALL HALF TERM | FROM 10.50 PER CHILD | BOOK AT THE TICKET OFFICE

Entertain the family and enjoy the immersive family attraction, ‘Black Tower Tales’ that brings a turbulent period of Welsh history to life, where you will discover the story of Local Welsh hero Llywelyn Bren’s medieval struggle against the oppressive Sherriff of Glamorgan.

Black Tour Tales can be purchased at the Ticket Office with a General Admission ticket. More information here.

4. LEARNING MADE FUN AT TECHNIQUEST

 ALL HALF TERM | CHILDREN TICKETS FROM £10.90 | BOOK IN ADVANCE

This May half-term, Techniquest has over 100 mind-blowing exhibits to explore, plus exciting shows and workshops on offer every day for the whole family. In the Science Theatre, children can experience Superheroes, a show all about using science to harness real superpowers. Watch our super scientists turn objects invisible, control the elements, and demonstrate the power of flight. Remember, not all heroes wear capes — some wear lab coats!

There’ll be two shows running in the 360° Planetarium: a Star Tour can be enjoyed by your little stargazers, while We Are Aliens — a film exploring the question of extraterrestrial life — is also screening.Finally, Rocket Science is running in the KLA Lab. Suitable for ages 7+, discover how vacuums affect our bodies and whether sound and light can travel through space in this wonderful workshop.  Spaces tend to fill up very quickly so make sure to book ahead online here.

5. WORK AS A TEAM AT ESCAPE ROOMS CARDIFF

ALL HALF TERM | FROM £23PP

Come and see for yourself why Escape Rooms Cardiff is so much fun!

Choose your team of 2-6 players (per room). Select your theme from our 6 immersive game rooms. You’ll be given an objective and you’ll need to find objects, codes and clues in the rooms. With 60 minutes on the clock, you’ll need to think quick, think smart and work as a team if you want to make it out in time. Peckish after all that hard work? Don’t forget you get 25% off Zizzi Italian with your booking confirmation! Find out more here.

6. TOUR BBC WALES

VARIOUS TOUR DATES & TIMES | FROM £12PP

Head to Central Square and step into the future of broadcasting at BBC’s newest and most advanced studios. Join the friendly guides for an exclusive behind-the-scenes award-winning tour of BBC Cymru Wales. Visit the state-of-the-art television and radio studios to discover the secrets of making a BBC programme.

BBC Central Square has received a coveted Visit Wales gold award and Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice award for the quality of its tours.

On your journey you will:

• Visit one of the largest BBC newsrooms, packed with cutting-edge technology including augmented reality, virtual reality and robotic cameras
• Take a sneak peek at TV galleries and other broadcast facilities

Each walking tour will last approximately 90 minutes. As a live and working broadcast centre, no two tours are the same, so every visit will be unique. For tickets and more information click here.

7. ELVIS DAY IN THE BAY

SUNDAY 1 JUNE 12PM–8PM | FREE TO ENTER WITH SOME TICKETED SHOWS 

Cardiff, get ready to shake, rattle & roll! Elvis Day in the Bay is coming to town on Saturday 22nd June at the Roald Dahl Plass.

Join in the family-friendly festival celebrating the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with live music & Elvis tribute acts, boat trips around the Bay, best dressed hound dog, Elvis fun run & more! Find out more here.

8. HALF TERM AT TREETOP GOLF

9. VISIT ST FAGAN’S NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HISTORY

ALL HALF TERM | FREE TO ENTER 

St Fagans National Museum of History has been Wales’s most popular heritage attraction for many years. This museum holds a special place in the hearts of the people of Wales because it is a people’s museum, where you can explore history together through people’s everyday lives.

See how people in Wales have lived, worked and spent their leisure time. The re-erected buildings include farmhouses, a row of ironworkers’ cottages, a medieval church, a Victorian school, a chapel and a splendid Workmen’s Institute which you can go inside and explore. Visit the Traditional Fairground and experience the magic of a bygone era – a chance for your little ones to leave the digital age behind. Find out more here.

10. HALF TERM FUN AT THE RED DRAGON CENTRE

ALL HALF TERM | FREE TO ENTER WITH PAID ACTIVITIES

Looking for the perfect destination to treat the kids this half term? The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay has got you covered with fun-fuelled activities, free customer parking, and great places to eat all in one place! Inside you’ll find blockbuster entertainment at ODEON cinema which boasts South Wales’ only IMAX screen, as well as epic bowling and arcades galore at Hollywood Bowl. You certainly won’t go hungry here either, as there are plenty of options for family dining, from grab and go to sit-down meals at pocket friendly prices.

11. KIDS EAT FREE AT BILL’S

FANCY MAKING A CITY BREAK OF IT?

Visit our stay page for accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Want to know more about transport, or need to download a map? Check out our visitor information page.

Let us know what you got up to during the May Half Term, we would love to see your photos! Use #VisitCardiff.