Penarth Things to Do

Located to the north east of the city, this huge park is Roath's focal point. At one end of the Roath Park is an immense boating lake with islands and a floodlit lighthouse, a tribute to Captain Scott who departed for Antarctic... more

This old-style club is open to all Welsh speakers and learners and even holds Welsh study sessions during the day. The building is spans across three floors, a feature that is put to good effect by hosting a different 'scene' o... more

This expansive museum is set on an open-air site that incorporates a small castle and the site of a Civil War battle. Most visitors come to see the buildings which are majestic architectural wonder depicting the splendors of Wa... more

A major landmark and an award-winning design, the Cardiff Bay Visitor Centre's tube-like appearance resembles the fuselage of a plane. Inside, a dynamic exhibition tells the story of how the bay was successfully resurrected aft... more

This is a thoroughly modern arena in the heart of the city center. The CIA is huge enough for the largest exhibitions and pop concerts. Performances range from children's shows and ice spectaculars to renowned bands and soloist... more

Travel 15 miles north of Cardiff and 350 years back in time. This award-winning museum has achieved the seemingly impossible—it has made history interesting for children. The year is 1645 (during the English Civil War) and the... more

Right in the middle of the city, tucked away in a little arcade, this club is a fashionable weekend haunt for locals. Comprising a large ground-floor bar with plenty of seating coupled with a first-floor nightclub, its lively,... more

The Glee Club is an ultra-modern venue offering the best in live comedy. The evening's entertainment includes a compère and three stand-up acts and the weekend shows are followed by a disco. The Club also promises one-off shows... more

Set in the grounds of Cosmeston Park, the medieval village developed out of excavation work carried out in the 1980s. Thanks to a full restoration program, visitors can now see a fully working village; peopled with actors in co... more

This Australian bar offers an ideal setting to hang up your hat, put up your feet and unwind. The enormous open plan bar includes lounge seating, fun decor, and many TV screens, including a cinema screen. There's also a large d... more