Things to Do in Cardiff
24 attractions and days out
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Cardiff packs a wide range of days out into a compact city, from the castle and civic core to the regenerated waterfront at Cardiff Bay. Escape rooms and treasure trails such as Puzzled Escape Rooms and the Cardiff Spy Mission Treasure Trail suit a couple of hours between other plans, while BBC Tours and City Sightseeing Cardiff's hop on hop off bus give a broader look at the city's landmarks and media links.
Active options are well represented too, with Zip World Cardiff, Boulders Climbing Wall at Culverhouse Cross and various reality and adventure experiences like Active Reality Cardiff and Flashpoint Cardiff offering something more physical. Families tend to mix a central sightseeing activity with an active or indoor option nearby, since most sit within easy reach of each other in and around the city centre.
⭐ 4.2
Indoor Soft Play
Zone Playcentre
Navigate through challenging play areas and interactive activity stations at this Cardiff soft play venue where kids can climb, jump and socialise while parents relax at the onsite café.
⭐ 4.1
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Cardiff International Pool
Make a splash at this premier aquatic venue featuring an Olympic-sized 50-metre pool for serious swimmers plus exciting waterslides for family fun, complete with baby-changing facilities.
⭐ 4.1
Cinema & Theatre
Showcase Cardiff Nantgarw
Experience blockbuster movies in cutting-edge 3D with premium sound at this modern cinema complex on Trefforest Industrial Estate, featuring wheelchair access, onsite parking and snack bars.
⭐ 4.1
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Cardiff
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue in Parc Nantgarw, complete with multiple lanes, an onsite restaurant, and full wheelchair access with convenient parking throughout your visit.
⭐ 4.0
Boat Tours & Cruises
Cardiff Codebreaking Walk
Solve puzzles together while discovering Cardiff's highlights on this interactive family walking trail that starts from the central station and turns sightseeing into an exciting challenge.
⭐ 3.8
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Upside Down House Cardiff
Experience gravity-defying fun at this quirky Cardiff attraction where everything's flipped! Walk on ceilings through topsy-turvy rooms perfect for mind-bending photos on Queen Street.
⭐ 3.6
Indoor Soft Play
Fun HQ
Cardiff's accessible indoor play destination welcomes families with wheelchair-friendly facilities, baby changing rooms and dining options, though outside food and pets aren't permitted.
⭐ 3.5
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Cardiff
Strike up family fun at this ten-pin bowling venue in the Red Dragon Centre, complete with an onsite restaurant and full accessibility including baby changing facilities.
⭐ 3.3
Laser Tag Arenas
Laser Quest Cardiff
Gear up for an action-fuelled sci-fi battle at this high-tech laser tag arena on Wood Street, where players aged 9+ can test their skills in an immersive futuristic combat zone.
Watersports
Cardiff International White Water
Experience thrilling aquatic adventures at this premier water sports venue on Watkiss Way, offering exciting activities like rafting and canoeing that promise action-packed fun for all ages.
⭐ 4.7
Zip Wires
Zip World Cardiff
Scale the iconic Principality Stadium and soar across Cardiff's skyline on thrilling zip lines that launch from the famous venue's roof. An unforgettable urban adventure for families seeking high-altitude excitement.
Castles & Palaces
Cardiff Castle
Journey through 2,000 years of history at this remarkable fortress featuring Roman walls, atmospheric wartime shelters and a fascinating wildlife trail that brings the past to life for all ages.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Cardiff Ski and Snowboard Centre
Hit the slopes year-round at this outdoor centre offering skiing, snowboarding and tubing sessions for all abilities from age 9 upwards, with expert tuition and an onsite restaurant to refuel.
National Parks & Reserves
Glamorgan Canal Nature Reserve
This historic canal-side nature reserve in Whitchurch offers peaceful woodland walks and wildlife spotting opportunities, complete with onsite parking and restaurant facilities for a relaxing family day out.
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
Infinity Trampoline Park Cardiff
Jump, flip and play across interconnected trampolines, foam zones and dodgeball courts at this action-packed indoor activity centre with onsite dining and family facilities including baby changing.
Cinema & Theatre
ODEON Cardiff
This 18-screen multiplex cinema shows new blockbusters and classic films, with wheelchair access, onsite parking, and snacks available to purchase throughout your visit.
Parks & Play Areas
Parc
Rain or shine, kids can explore thrilling slides, tunnels, climbing walls and zip wires across indoor and outdoor zones at this Cardiff play venue with onsite dining and full accessibility.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Penylan Library and Community Centre
This accessible community hub combines a children's soft play area with fitness facilities, plus refreshments available on-site—perfect for active family days out in Cardiff.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Llanishen Leisure Centre
Family-friendly Cardiff leisure centre offering exciting aquatic fun with waves and a waterslide, plus dedicated swimming lanes and indoor soft play zone. Fully accessible throughout with baby changing rooms.
Live Events & Concerts
Cardiff Pumpkin Festival
Experience autumn magic at this seasonal celebration in Coedarhydyglyn Park, featuring pumpkin-themed activities and refreshments for families with young children and babies welcome.
Water Parks & Splash Pools
Aqua Park Cardiff
Tackle more than 50 inflatable challenges on the water at this action-packed floating playground, complete with nearby parking, toilets and picnic-friendly spaces for all the family.
TV & Film Attractions
BBC Tours
Go behind the scenes at BBC Cymru Wales to discover how your favourite television programmes are made, with guided tours revealing studios, production areas and broadcasting secrets.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Bute Park Cardiff
This expansive Cardiff green space welcomes families with accessible paths perfect for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby facilities making it ideal for visitors of all ages and abilities.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Cardiff Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Turn your family into secret agents as you solve clues and crack codes around Cardiff Bay on this engaging outdoor treasure hunt adventure that's perfect for pushchairs and four-legged friends.
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