48 hours in Cardiff
Have a lush weekend in and around the city, where you’ll find a rich cultural history, amazing food and Doctor Who!
DAY ONE
What to do Foodies should book a tour with Loving Welsh Food, which offers a range of entertaining outings, from the Cardiff Food Safari to Welsh cakes and Wine. Also on offer are cookery classes, so you can take your passion for Welsh food back to your own kitchen. Then head off to explore TV sets on a Doctor Who or Gavin and Stacey TV tour! Food tour prices from £40 adults, £17.50 children; cookery lessons from £15.99pp. Visit www.lovingwelshfood.uk TV walking tours from £15 adults, £10 children; bus tours £27 adults, £20 children. call 0844 2471 007 or visit https:// britmovietours.com Where to eat Fish lovers should head to Le Monde in St Mary’s Street – you’ll be spoilt for choice. The counter is stocked with freshly caught fish and shellfish and sold per 100g so you can choose a portion to suit your appetite. There are also plenty of a la carte and vegetarian options too. Alternatively, enjoy a decadent afternoon tea. evening meals from around £14. call 0292 038 7376 or visit www.le-monde.co.uk Where to stay Treat yourself to a night in Cardiff’s fabulous five-star hotel. St David’s Hotel has lovely views over the bay, and boasts a spa with an indoor pool and sauna. rooms from £109 per night. call 0292 045 4045 or visit www.thestdavidshotel.com
DAY TWO
What to do Find out why St Fagans National History Museum is Wales’ most-visited heritage attraction, on a day trip. Based in the grounds of St Fagans Castle, just outside the city, the open-air museum features more than 50 original buildings from around the country, rebuilt in the 100-acre parkland. It’s a brilliant way to bring Welsh history to life. If you’d prefer to take things a bit easier, head to Mermaid Quay for a coffee and beautiful views over Cardiff Bay. Here you’ll find a range of nice places to eat and drink, as well as lovely boutiques to browse. entry to st Fagans is free. call 0300 111 2 333 or visit https://museum.wales/stfagans/ Where to eat For incredible cakes and a warm welcome, stop off at The Deck Coffee House and Cakery, in Cardiff Bay. It has a charming vintage feel, offering afternoon tea in bone china, with delicate nibbles and endless tea refills! They also do a lovely fry up.