Tours & Activities in Cardiff

Book a walking tour of Cardiff to explore the filming locations of over 30 memorable Doctor Who scenes. Geronimo!

Discover the locations of Gavin and Stacey on this official tour. See Barry Island and visit the home of Stacey. Visit Nessa's Slots and see where she tattoos her customers, then take a walk on Barry seafront.

Cardiff has been an essential part of Doctor Who for the last 20 years, be it as Victorian London, Depression era New York or present day Paris. Across two and a half hours, we will discover the heart and soul of Doctor Who in the Welsh capital, and traverse 13 series of the show, while discussing filming locations, important scenes and characters, as well as crucial buildings and streets. The Doctor Who Tour covers a range of locations from Cardiff's Civic Centre area to the city centre itself and then finishes in Cardiff Bay. What makes this tour distinctive to the Cardiff City Centre Doctor Who Tour option is that is includes Butetown and Cardiff Bay in addition to the central area of the city, so more scenes, more locations and more Doctor Who!

Visit the worlds most iconic Mint, located in the stunning Welsh Valleys

Explore Cardiff and Doctor Who filming locations on this 3-hour walking tour of the Welsh capital, led by a Doctor Who expert.

Discover the best spots of the Gower Peninsula on a day trip from Cardiff. You'll enjoy beautiful walks, stunning landscapes, and rich local culture.

The unique architecture of Cardiff Bay makes for iconic international images. But we also remember that just 100 years ago, Cardiff was the biggest coal port in the world. Millions of tons of iron and coal were exported providing rail tracks, machinery and power for the world. Cardiff earned the nickname Tiger Bay, rough and ready, it was one of the most cosmopolitan places of its age. This tour will take a walk through history, telling stories through old, remodelled and new buildings. Included in the tour is a coffee/refreshment at an iconic Bay Building. A number of photographs from the Tiger Bay archive collection will be used to show how the Bay has developed. The tour guide will be a qualified local guide; a member of Wales Official Tourist Guides Association. These are the only guides officially recognised by Visit Wales and Welsh Government to guide in Wales. They have undergone extensive training, passing both practical and academic guiding examinations.

Take a pit stop at Lewis Merthyr Colliery and enjoy an underground tour

Visit Doctor Who filming locations in Cardiff before making your way to Bad Wolf Bay (Southerndown beach) with an expert guide. The perfect tour for die-hard Doctor Who fans!

Admire the architectural highlights of Oxford. Stop in Bampton village and enjoy a tour of Highclere Castle with rooms featured in Downton Abbey and receive a copy of Lady Carnarvon's book.

This day tour is the perfect way to see the city of Cardiff and three of South Wales' most important castles - Cardiff, Caerphilly, and Castell Coch. Starting at Cardiff Castle this tour, led by one of our expert and fun-loving local guides, offers you the chance to see some of South Wales' most iconic and historic landmarks, uncover their history, and explore the culture of Wales all in one day. After exploring Cardiff Castle, you will be taken on a walking tour of the city where you will have the chance to see some hidden gems, that are not often visited by other tours including Cardiff's historic market and covered arcades. After exploring the city you will have time to explore one of the best art galleries in the UK, before being whisked off to the largest castle in Wales where you can explore this medieval marvel. Finally, you will be taken to one of the prettiest castles in the UK where you will be able to see inspirational interiors and breathtaking views of of Cardiff.

This private 3-hour tour of Cardiff is the best way to quickly get to know the Welsh Capital, led by a local Cardiff guide.

Explore two stunning castles and the top attractions of Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Discover the tallest waterfall in South Wales and marvel at one of Britain's oldest trees.

Visit Small but Mighty Wales! In this walking tour, you will hear about the history and culture of this independent Country. On the Cardiff all-in-one tour, you will be immersed in Welsh Culture to help you experience the distinct Welsh identity that we hold. On this tour, you will learn how the history of the nation’s events from Roman and Norman times to the modern day, have met with an inspired response from the people of Cardiff who have a unique perspective and sense of passion for their home. From medieval times Cardiff moved into its golden era during the Victorian times and its enterprising spirit has seen it welcome people from all over the world to live, work, and pioneer new ideas and successes. The beauty of Victorian architecture reflects its glory days and on our tour, you will see how the city is still at the forefront of innovation; championing independent shops, markets, and cafes long before it became trendy!

On this private day tour of Cardiff you'll visit Cardiff Castle, St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff Bay, and more!

Explore castles, a beautiful park, beaches, cliffs, and get up close to a lighthouse on this full-day tour from Cardiff. This tour offers the perfect balance of heritage, history, and scenic locations

Are you looking for a way to see Cardiff without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Trace Cardiff Bay’s transformation from the world’s busiest coal-exporting port to a vibrant waterfront area • Hear from producer Stephen Griffin, a Wales Blue Badge Tourist Guide whose passion for Cardiff led him to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour. • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

This private day tour of Cardiff, including Cardiff Castle, Caerphilly Castle and Castle Coch, is the perfect tour for anyone who wants to get to know this stunning Celtic city.

Discover the dark side of Cardiff on a guided walking tour. Hear about murders, restless spirits, and people who disappeared as you visit some of the city's major landmarks and infamous locations.

Join the Silent Adventures Team as we take you on a journey of song and dance through the famous streets of Cardiff. This musically instructed adventure aims to have your funky moves on display and your pop star voices serenading the people of the capital! Hi-tech headsets will fill your body with beats, theme songs, and your favorite hits across the decades. As your inhibitions evaporate and laughter takes over, you will be part of the best all-dance, all-singing walking tour in town! It's a Flash Mob, it's a Silent Disco, and It’s a roaming, rhythmic riot through Cardiff!

Come and visit the Waterfall Country in the Brecon Beacons and enjoy a magical day out visiting up to eight waterfalls and smaller ones.

Delve into the rich history of Cardiff and check out the city highlights on a guided walking tour. Explore the arcades, find out the best places to dine, admire the view of Cardiff Castle and more.

This tour will give you a complete overview of the history, culture, geography & architecture of Cardiff. The capital of Wales is a young city but also a fascinating place full of greenery, castles, waterways, Victorian and Edwardian splendour, forged around a strong, growing Welsh identity. Cardiff wouldn't exist without the influence of its Castle, while modern Cardiff wouldn't exist if not for the development of the docks. By choosing this tour you will discover how the two sections of the city compliment each other, and how they gave us the city we have today.

Enjoy a self-guided audio tour using an app and explore the haunted grounds around Llandaff Cathedral while listening to stories of ghosts and phantoms

Visit Small but Mighty Wales! In this walking tour, you will hear about the history and culture of this independent Country.

This is the premier sightseeing tour of Cardiff Bay, the Vale of Glamorgan and the Heritage Coast ( Wales' very own Jurassic Coast) . Visiting, ancient burial tombs, Victorian Penarth, Barry Island, Fossil beaches, beautiful villages and picturesque Castles. Tours Wales offers you the best specialised Green Badge driver guided tour.

Follow a self-guided audio tour through Cardiff using an app on your phone

Travel through the enchanting Wye Valley, stopping at some of Wales' most iconic landmarks such as Tintern Abbey, Chepstow Castle, and Caerphilly Castle, on a guided day trip from Cardiff.

Really fun and friendly small classes. Brilliant choice of reclaimed leather and patterns. Leave inspired by new skills. Can also tell you all about the area.

Take these entry tickets and discover coin-making at the Royal Mint. Enjoy a guided tour, discover its history and get up close to the 2012 Olympic Medals