Top Cardiff Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

'The Hunt Cardiff' is the latest craze in the heart of Cardiff. It's a perfect activity for those who thrive on strategy and action. Divide your group into teams, the criminals and the police officers. As the clock ticks, the chase is on! It's a game of stealth and pursuit, demanding teams to outmaneuver and outpace each other. This is the ultimate test of wits and agility. The criminals mission is to find and unlock hidden safes throughout the city center. The police receive updates on the criminals locations and try to catch the criminals. Get ready for an adrenaline rush, ‘The Hunt’ has begun! This thrilling game is a perfect activity in Cardiff to play with your friends, family or coworkers.

Cardiff’s history-packed waterfront is meant to be savored, not rushed through. Treat yourself to a self-paced experience during this do-it-yourself, smartphone-based audio tour. Stop and start whenever you wish, letting you linger over sights along vibrant Cardiff Bay. Simply download the app to your smartphone and get started. Repeat the tour whenever you’re back in Cardiff: One-time purchases grant you lifetime access.

Experience the magic of a Cardiff Christmas on this festive walking tour through the heart of the city. Begin your journey at the beautifully lit Cardiff Castle, where the historic stone walls and lively seasonal atmosphere set the perfect holiday mood. Wander towards Winter Wonderland, where sparkling lights, cheerful music, and swirling ice skaters create a classic Christmas scene. Continue to the Cardiff Christmas Market, the warm and bustling centre of the city’s seasonal celebrations. Here you’ll enjoy fresh, hot Welsh Cakes, a beloved local treat cooked right in front of you and perfect for the winter chill. Stroll through The Hayes, glowing with decorations and festive displays, before finishing inside the charming Victorian Royal Arcade, filled with Christmas décor and independent shops. This relaxed two-hour walk showcases the best of Cardiff’s holiday spirit, blending history, lights, flavours, and tradition into one cosy winter experience.

The online guidebook covers a structured multi-day journey through the mountainous spine of Wales — linking Cardiff, the Brecon Beacons, the Cambrian Mountains and Snowdonia (Eryri). Covering approx 225 miles (362 km), the route works with flexibility for 3–10+ days. It’s organised into 4 sections, unfolding from south to north. Cardiff & The Valleys – Cardiff Castle, Caerphilly and valleys (industry & railways) Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) – classic Welsh mountain scenery. Cambrian Mountains & Elan Valley – Vast reservoirs, quiet roads and wide skies in remote heart of Wales. Snowdonia (Eryri) & Conwy – Machynlleth, Dolgellau, Betws-y-Coed and the walled town of Conwy. Each section includes narrative introductions, route structure and time-based planning ideas. This self-guided trip helps you plan and explore at your own pace. With 12 months included, access begins from the selected booking date — choose a date that allows time for planning rather than your travel date.

Join our full-day guided tour of Cardiff, where you’ll explore the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, and learn how the city transformed from coal to cool. Start with a boat trip along the River Taff, taking in views of Cardiff Bay, the Wales Millennium Centre, and the Senedd, before heading to Bute Park for a walk through its green spaces. Next, stroll through Cardiff’s city centre, passing the historic Arcades and Principality Stadium, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant with traditional Welsh dishes. In the afternoon, visit Cardiff Castle to learn about its history, followed by a tour of the National Museum of Wales, home to fantastic art collections. Finish with free time to explore Cardiff Market, local parks, or Queen Street shopping. This tour offers the perfect mix of history, culture, and local flavor.

Pen y Fan an iconic Welsh mountain in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Views to Devon and Somerset to the South and to Cadair Idris to the North, in clear weather of course! You will be guided by an experienced and knowledgable Mountain Leader

This walking tour takes you on a journey through the lanes of this 100-acre open-air museum to visit several of its historical buildings. They all have one thing in common: they’re believed to be haunted! This tour takes place in a delightful setting: St Fagans National Museum of History. The museum features restored buildings that were rescued from all over Wales and reopened here to show how Welsh people lived, worked and worshipped throughout the centuries. It was the first museum of its type in Britain, and is Wales’s top heritage attraction. Along the way, you’ll hear about each building’s history and the ghostly tales that have been shared about it over the years, right up until today. No one knows why this spot is tied to so many ghost stories. It might be due to the location’s previous use as farmland, and home to an ancient castle. Once the site of Wales’s largest ever battle in 1648, perhaps these rebuilt structures brought with them the spirits of their former occupants?

Our Wye Valley Tour has it all, and has been described in one review as “A great adventure that spans centuries of Welsh history, in the middle of a beautiful countryside.“ . Ancient Castles, Gothic Abbey, Historic Towns, Roman Ruins and stunning countryside, during this full day tour. . On the tour, you will visit Chepstow Castle, built in 1067 and the oldest Stone Castle in the UK. Tintern Abbey, one of the best Abbeys in Wales. Raglan Castle, a unique castle and one of our favourite in the whole country. If there is time, you will have a visit to Caerleon, where you can see some of the best preserved Roman Remains in Europe. As you are driven through the countryside, your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will tell you about the history of the places they are taking you, the history, culture and life in Wales, and be happy to answer any questions you may have. At each stop, you will be free to explore them independently at your in your own time, at your own pace.

Learn more about Cardiff’s history and present on a two-hour private guided walking tour through the central city. Don’t struggle to keep up with your group or to hear the guide as this is a private tour. Listen to your guide’s colorful stories–including everything from Tudor history to Welsh rugby–as you pass highlights such as Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, the Principality Stadium, and elsewhere.

Begin with a visit to the Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre for sweeping views of Pen y Fan. Then to Hay-on-Wye, world famous “Town of Books,” with independent bookshops and cafés. Enjoy time to explore and relax over lunch in this unique town. We then continue deeper into the national park, stopping at the atmospheric Castell Bronllys set above the River Llynfi, a glimpse into medieval Wales and wonderful countryside views. Next, Tretower Court and Castle a medieval fortified manor house. Step back in time as you wander through its halls. Enjoy a drive through the picturesque town of Crickhowell, on and into the hills for a scenic stop at Keepers Pond for panoramic views and absorb the beauty of the landscape. Finally to Blaenavon a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll visit the historic ironworks and Big Pit National Coal Museum, where the story of coal mining and industry is brought vividly to life, the landscape still marked by quarries, furnaces, and mining heritage.

This tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and charming Welsh landscapes. Begin with a visit to Chepstow Castle, one of the oldest surviving stone castles in Britain, with breathtaking views of the Wye Valley. Then, journey through the Brecon Beacons, where rolling hills, rugged peaks, and serene valleys provide stunning photo opportunities. Enjoy a relaxing lunch in the picturesque town of Brecon, known for its charming streets and historic cathedral. Finish with a visit to Waterfall Country, where you can walk behind the magical Sgwd y Eira waterfall. This carefully curated itinerary allows you to experience the best of Wales’ natural beauty and rich heritage, making it an unforgettable day trip from Cardiff.

This tour offers a captivating blend of Welsh legends, coastal beauty, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the historic seaside town of Aberystwyth and its castle ruins before venturing into the mystical Devil’s Bridge, where folklore meets cascading waterfalls. Enjoy a peaceful lunch at a charming countryside café before heading to the stunning Elan Valley, home to dramatic reservoirs and scenic walking trails. This journey through West Wales showcases its rich history, natural beauty, and mythical charm, making it a perfect escape into the heart of Welsh heritage and wilderness.

Travelling west, this tour follows a route rich in castles, coastlines, and culture, revealing the timeless beauty of Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. With a maximum of just five guests per tour, you’ll enjoy a relaxed and personal experience led by a long-standing tourism professional who knows South West Wales inside out. Staying for two nights in the colourful seaside town of Tenby, you’ll explore the historic heart of West Wales without the need to change accommodation. Along the way, visit ancient fortresses standing guard over wide estuaries, wander through the landscapes that inspired Dylan Thomas, and enjoy some of Britain’s most celebrated beaches and coastal walks. The journey reaches its spiritual and scenic peak in St Davids, Britain’s smallest city, where the cathedral has drawn pilgrims for centuries and the surrounding coastline offers some of the most dramatic views in the country.

Discover the history of Wales on a full-day tour from Cardiff. Visit the Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre, the National Legionary Museum, the Roman Baths, Chepstow Castle, Tintern Abbey, Caerphilly Castle, and Calidcot Castle. This tour is FULLY INCLUSIVE of ALL attraction admissions! On this tour you will have a fully licensed taxi driver AND a professional tourist guide who will give you 100% attention at all times. Collection and drop off from your hotel/accommodation. We are fully qualified guides with deep knowledge of Wales and its history and we are trained to deliver group tours in Wales. We will have an hour or more at each attraction, with travelling time making up the rest of the nine hours. We'll stop for lunch in Caerleon in a lovely cafe or bakery. We will not drop you off in a car park and say, 'There's the castle, off you go! This tour is gently guided with the tour guide accompanying you into all attractions!

Cardiff wears its whole story in stone, and this self-guided walking tour traces it on foot through the heart of the Welsh capital. You start among the Portland stone domes of Cathays Park, pass Cardiff Castle where a Roman fort sits beneath a Victorian Gothic fantasy, follow the Animal Wall along Bute Park, slip through the glass-roofed arcades that made Cardiff the City of Arcades, and finish at the covered market and the stadium wedged into the old street grid. Everything runs from your smartphone, with no app to download. Each of the 9 stops comes with a short audio story and an interactive quiz, plus a clear map and step-by-step directions. There is no guide to follow and no group to keep up with: start whenever you like, pause for a coffee, take a detour, and pick the route back up when you are ready. Audio and written text are available in 7 languages.