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The most exciting waterfront development in Europe, Cardiff Bay has been transformed into the UKs fastest growing visitor destination with its wealth of leisure activities available both on and off the water.
Cardiff Bay Visitor Centre
Easily recognised by its award-winning tubular design, The Tube as it is affectionately known, contains a vast scale model of the Bay and all the information you will need to navigate the areas many attractions. The Tube welcomes group visits for schools, colleges and other organisations. If you require a more detailed interpretation of Cardiff Bay the centre has its own resident Tour Guide who can conduct a walking, coach or boat tour around the whole development area (by prior arrangement). For more information contact us on: 029 2046 3833 or email
Open 7 days a week: Monday to Friday 9:30 - 17:00, Saturday and Sunday 10:30 - 17:00 (18:00 March to October)
Moored just outside is Lightship 2000, a former lightship that has been resurrected as a floating Christian centre and caféMoored just outside is Lightship 2000, a former lightship that has been resurrected as a floating Christian centre and café
Cardiff Bay Barrage
The single most important part of the revival of the Bay, this immense barrier stretches for a kilometre across the mouth of the Bay. Now impounding a 500 acre freshwater lake fed by the rivers Taff and Ely, the barrage has been the catalyst for providing eight miles of waterfront. Just opened this summer, the Barrage Experience will explain the workings of one of Europes most advanced engineering projects.
Cardiff Cats
The waterbus service provided by Cardiff Cats enables visitors to comprehend the scale of the barrage and waterfront developments from the comfort of the fully enclosed 50 seat boats. In addition to operating a regular service from Mermaid Quay to Penarth, there are cruises up the River Taff to the Millennium Stadium. For more information: www.cardiffcats.com
Bay Island Voyages
Bay Island Voyages will whisk you into the Bristol Channel to experience an unprecedented combination of adventure and sensitive appreciation of the offshore wildlife and scenery.
National Assembly at The Pierhead
Overlooking the site of the new National Assembly building, Pierhead is an outstanding Victorian structure which provides an ideal if unexpected venue for a lively, futuristic exhibition where visitors can learn what the National Assembly is all about. Embracing the values of the National Assembly, Pierhead is open, inclusive and accessible to all.
Norwegian Church
The first Norwegian mariners church to be established outside Norway, it was built in 1868 and remained the place of worship for ex-patriate Scandinavians until the 1950s the author Roald Dahl was baptised here. Deconsecrated in the 1970s, the church now houses an attractive coffee shop and arts centre.
Techniquest
At Techniquest visitors can explore the world of science and technology in a fun environment. Children love getting stuck into the brilliant interactive exhibits, from fairground mirrors to hi-tech computer challenges. This fascinating centre is now the largest of its kind in Britain. For more information: www.tquest.org.uk
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