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Information about Cardiff
Trip Preparation
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Entry/VisaWhen traveling to Cardiff a visa is not required, you have to bring a valid passport however.
Vaccines
There are no special vaccinations required when travelling to Cardiff, except for the standard vaccinations.
Climate
Due to Cardiff being located in the North Temperate Zone it has a maritime climate. The weather is mild and often cloudy. Summers tend to be warm with temperatures ranging between 17°C and 25°C. Winters do not get too cold; however there is frequent rain and the weather stays quite cloudy. During spring and autumn it is usually around 15°C and the weather can constantly vary from being sunny to rainy.
Currency
The currency used in Cardiff is GDP British Pounds.
Language
The language spoken in Cardiff is English with a slight Welsh accent however not as strong as the proper Welsh accent.
Telephone reception
In Cardiff there is good telephone reception therefore you can use your domestic mobile phones without a problem.
Country and People
Customs / Culture / Traditions
Cardiff has a rich culture and history therefore one of the most famous traditions within this city is the Parade commemorating St. David. This day is very important to locals which takes place in Cardiff city center.
At Eisteddfod festivals, the inhabitants of Wales celebrates its Celtic heritage by playing music and eating and drinking local specialties together.
Religion
Most people in Cardiff are Catholic; some are also Muslim and Jewish.
Cardiff has a rich culture and history therefore one of the most famous traditions within this city is the Parade commemorating St. David. This day is very important to locals which takes place in Cardiff city center.
At Eisteddfod festivals, the inhabitants of Wales celebrates its Celtic heritage by playing music and eating and drinking local specialties together.
Religion
Most people in Cardiff are Catholic; some are also Muslim and Jewish.
Getting Around
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Airports / Car rentalCardiff airport has domestic and international flights coming in and out on a daily basis. It is also the only airport within Wales and like about 16 km away from Cardiff city center. From the airport there is a railway station and a bus station which allows travelers to choose the most convenient transportation service. It is also possible to hire a car at the airport directly.
Public transport
The railway station in Cardiff is the biggest in the whole of Wales. It has connections to cities all over the whole of the UK. Therefore using this mean of transportation will get you anywhere you want to go. The bus transport in Cardiff is also very popular driving through different routes in and out of Cardiff city. Many people choose to hire a bicycle whilst in Cardiff; therefore this is also a transportation option.
Taxis / Infrastructure
Taxis can be found at taxi stations or circulating on the road. They can also be ordered either at the hotel reception or by calling the central taxi service.
Discover and Enjoy
Latest version edited by Isabel.b
EventsThere are many events Cardiff has to offer, the main ones include:
- Cardiff Singer of the world which takes place every June at St. David’s Hall
- The annual Cardiff Summer Arts Festival which is the largest festival or competitive performances.
- Sparks in the Park
- The Great British Cheese Festival
- Cardiff Mardi Gras
- Cardiff Winter Wonderland
- Cardiff Festival
Culinary Specialities
Cardiff has a very British cuisine which of course includes the fully English breakfast, sandwiches and fish and chips as local specialties. Cardiff also offers a great range of food for vegetarians and vegans such as local seasonal vegetables.
Sights
Cardiff has a great variety of different historic sights which are worth seeing, amongst these one can find:
- The Millennium Stadium
- Pierhead building
- The Welsh national museum
- The Senedd
- The national Assembly of Wales
- Cardiff castle
- St. David’s Hall
- Llandaff Cathedral
- Wales Millennium Centre.
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Hotel reviews for hotels in Cardiff
... Hotel Park Plaza Cardiff The Park Plaza is located in the immediate city center, it is a relatively ... new hotel. We had a superior room for £119 and were very satisfied: Large room with modern decor ... and furnishings, great large bathroom (spacious and fully mirrored shower). The entire hotel was very ... modern and stylishly furnished. As the road is very busy, a room to the large patio makes sense ... Read more
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Renate, Age 51-55, Couple
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... Hotel Barcelo Cardiff Angel The hotel has changed hands in the last year and under renovation ... (plumbing etc. ). It is located on a side opposite the Millennium stadium and on the other side ... is across the road from the castle, so right in the center of town. In addition, many possibilities ... . The rooms do not have balconies or safe, only one TV. As we had only 2 overnight stays, that was enough ... . The staff was very friendly and the food was very good. ... Read more
in July 10
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Lisa, Age 19-25, Couple
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... on the weekends. From Cardiff Airport it is a ride of about 20-25 minutes to the hotel, which is located ... directly at the shores of Cardiff Bay.
From the St.Davids it is just a very short walk across ... around Cardiff Bay.
The lively center of Cardiff Bay is just around the corner, in 5 minutes you can ... Read more
in August 10
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Claudia, Age 41-45, Solo/single
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... Hotel Premier Inn Cardiff East This hotel chain "Premiere Inn" is a clean, nice and gorgeous hotel ... drive from Cardiff's city center and about the same from Newport. For tourists without a car ... , the Cardiff like to experience it so, in my opinion, is less suitable. The area around the hotel is very ... . The rooms are Admittedly rather the smaller sort, but VERY clean and tidy (which you in the UK ... Read more
in April 10
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Nadia, Age 19-25, Family
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... Hotel Park Plaza Cardiff The rooms are not ready. Garage parking is not available. A party place ... right outside the door of the room next door, the sink is loud, organised two bed room had beds pushed ... together, under the beds was much dirt from the previous (cookies and ne highly dirt ) ... But good ... value was the room ... The courtyard: -) without daylight! ... Read more
in November 10
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Friedrich, Age 31-35, Solo/single
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