Cardiff

Cardiff is the capital of Wales and offers visitors the chance to soak in a number of entertaining cultural experiences and historical sites. Cardiff is home to a number of fantastic parks, galleries and restaurants. It is also home to Cardiff Castle, a 2000-year-old piece of history located right in the city center. With other popular attractions, like the National Museum, Cardiff is an important destination for anyone travelling through Wales.
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1Cardiff Castle

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Castle
Sights & Landmarks
The Cardiff Castle is a beautiful medieval ruin which is the former home of the Welsh Royal Family. It is one of the most frequently visited tourist attractions in Wales and features an elegant Banquet Hall, captivating Chapel & clock tower, and impressive hall centerpiece with its extravagant fireplace.
Castle St, Cardiff, CF10 3RB, United Kingdomhttps://www.cardiffcastle.com/

2Principality Stadium

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Stadium
Sights & Landmarks
The Millennium Stadium, in Cardiff, is the national stadium of Wales and is often used for rugby matches and concerts. It was built to host the 1999 Rugby World Cup.
Westgate St, Cardiff, CF10 1NS, United Kingdomhttps://www.principalitystadium.wales/

3Wales Millennium Centre

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Event venue
Concerts & Shows
The Wales Millennium Centre (WMC) is a modern, multi-purpose arts and cultural venue located in Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales. It is home to major performing arts organisations such as the Welsh National Opera, BBC National Orchestra of Wales and Literature Wales. The WMC is also a popular visitor destination for exhibitions, conferences and concerts.
Bute Pl, Cardiff, CF10 5AL, United Kingdomhttps://www.wmc.org.uk/

4National Museum Cardiff

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National museum
Museums
The National Museum Cardiff is one of the largest and most influential museums in Wales, housing a vast collection of art, geology, and natural history. The museum also houses traveling exhibitions, making it an ideal destination for education.
Cardiff, CF10 3NP, United Kingdomhttps://museum.wales/cardiff/

5Bute Park

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City park
Nature & Parks
Bute Park is a beautiful green space located in Cardiff City Centre, comprising broad mix of historic landscape, urban woodland, sports pitches, arboretum and river corridor. It is perfect for a family outing or just taking some time to relax and enjoy the stunning views.
North Rd, Cardiff, CF10 3ER, United Kingdomhttps://bute-park.com/

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1Viva Brazil Cardiff

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Brazilian restaurant
This restaurant offers an interesting mix of Brazilian dishes - like steaks and chicken hearts being skewered by the traditional Passadors. The menu also has options for lunch, dinner and brunch, so there’s something for everyone. There are outdoor seating areas to enjoy as well as a buffet if you want to indulge in some Brazilian favourites. The place is also wheelchair-accessible and accepts cards such as American Express and Mastercard.
St Mary St, Cardiff, CF10 1GD, United Kingdomhttps://www.vivabrazilrestaurants.com/cardiff/

2Miller & Carter The Hayes

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Steak house
Miller & Carter Steakhouse is located in Cardiff Bay, one of the most popular city centres in the UK for a night out. The restaurant has an elegant, classic setting with red carpets and dimmed lights. The menu includes top grade steaks, but also offers vegetarian options. If youre looking for a romantic evening out, Miller & Carter is a great choice.
9-11 The Hayes, St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 1AH, United Kingdomhttps://www.millerandcarter.co.uk/restaurants/wales/millerandcar

3Turtle Bay Cardiff

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Caribbean restaurant
Turtle Bay Cardiff is a caribbean restaurant that offers a variety of brunch dishes and unlimited Sunshine Bellinis for up to two hours. The food and extensive cocktail list are inspired by the Caribbean, making it a great spot for a weekend brunch in Cardiff.
114-116 St Mary St, Cardiff, CF10 1DY, United Kingdomhttp://www.turtlebay.co.uk/locations/cardiff/?utm_source=ExtNet&

4Cafe Citta

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Italian restaurant
Restaurant
This small family run cafe serves up delicious home-made Italian dishes in a lively open kitchen. The pizzas are cooked in a wood-fired pizza oven, and the menu includes dolcelate with mushrooms, ricotta, roasted pinenuts, rocket and sunblushed tomatoes. There's also a range of Mediterranean dishes on offer such as chicken tagine with couscous, baba ganoush and flatbreads.
4 Church St, Cardiff, CF10 1BG, United Kingdomhttps://www.facebook.com/Cafe-Citta-148498355190243/

5The Potted Pig

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Welsh restaurant
The Potted Pig is a welsh restaurant that occupies a former bank vault in Cardiff. The shabby-chic dining room features long wooden tables, studded leather sofas, and many bricks (ceiling and walls). The food is hearty and fundamentally British, with influences from further afield.
27 High St, Cardiff, CF10 1PU, United Kingdomhttp://www.thepottedpig.com/

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