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Cardiff
Cardiff pairs a compact, walkable centre with a genuinely international feel: Cardiff Castle and the redeveloped docklands of Cardiff Bay sit within a mile of each other, and the whole city can be explored comfortably on foot or by a short bus ride. As the capital of Wales, it blends Victorian civic grandeur with modern stadium culture, all wrapped around the rivers Taff and Ely.
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Frequently asked questions about Cardiff
How do I get to Cardiff?
Most international arrivals use Cardiff Airport (CWL), around 12 miles from the centre; there is no direct train from the terminal, so travellers typically take a shuttle bus to the nearby rail station for a connecting train, or a bus/taxi straight into the city. Domestically, Cardiff Central station sits on the South Wales Main Line and is the city's principal rail hub, with regular services from London, Bristol and other UK cities.
How many days should I spend in Cardiff?
Plan on ~2 to 3 days to cover the castle, Cardiff Bay and the main museums at an easy pace, with an extra day if you want to branch out to nearby Valleys towns or the coast.
What is Cardiff known for?
Cardiff pairs a compact, walkable centre with a genuinely international feel: Cardiff Castle and the redeveloped docklands of Cardiff Bay sit within a mile of each other, and the whole city can be explored comfortably on foot or by a short bus ride. As the capital of Wales, it blends Victorian civic grandeur with modern stadium culture, all wrapped around the rivers Taff and Ely.