Cardiff Castle

Castle Street
Cardiff
South Wales
CF10 3RB

Tel: +44 (0)2920 878 100
Fax: +44 (0)2920 231 417
Email: cardiffcastle@cardiff.gov.uk
Web: http://cardiffcastle.com


Discover 2000 years of history in the heart of the city. From the coming of the Romans, through the Norman Conquest to lavish Victorian design - all have left their distinctive mark in the Castle for you to explore. Discover spectacular interiors in your guided tour, each room telling its own fascinating story. See the Waterloo Campaign at the Welch Regiment Museum and join the fun at a traditional Welsh Banquet in the 15th Century Medieval Hall (booking essential.

Magnificent views of the City can be enjoyed from the top of the 12th Century Norman Keep.

General Information:

  • Gift Shop
  • Tea Room
  • Castle grounds accessible to wheelchair users, access to the Keep & Castle involves many stairs.

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    March to October: Daily 9.30am - 6.00pm (last tour/entry 5.00pm).
    November to February: Daily 9.30am - 5.00pm (last tour/entry 4.00pm).
    Occasional variations, please ring .
    Closed 25 & 26 December, 1st January.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Tour & Grounds:
    Adult £7.50; Child £4.50; Senior Citizen/Student £5.95; Family £22.40.

    Grounds Only:
    Adult £3.75; Child £2.25; Senior Citizen/Student £3.00; Family £11.40.

    Directions
    Follow signs for City Centre and then brown signs for Cardiff Castle.
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