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Activitate Cardiff, Wales
Cardiff's Bay Waterfront Wonders: An Audio Tour
1 h 15 min – 1 h 45 min
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`Cardiff Bay’s transformation from an industrial dockland to a cultural hub is filled with surprising stories. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll explore its waterfront through the eyes of a witty local guide who reveals the area’s rich maritime past and artistic present. Starting in front of the iconic Wales Millennium Centre, you’ll stroll along the bay’s boardwalks and public spaces. As you make your way to the Welsh parliament building, the Senedd, where the tour ends, you’ll walk past architectural landmarks both historical and modern. You’ll see the terracotta Pierhead Building with its ornate stonework and the eye-catching red Origami Bridge. You’ll also encounter numerous sculptures, artworks, and memorials that tell the story of Cardiff’s seafaring heritage.
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability
Weather Dependent - Moderate
Pe scurt
- Durată
- 1 h 15 min – 1 h 45 min
- Confirmare
- Confirmare imediată
- Bilet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Grup
- Doar grupul tău
- Persoane pe rezervare
- 1–15
- Ghid audio
- engleză
- Ghid scris
- engleză
- Organizator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Vârste: Adulți (6–99 ani)
Ce include
Inclus
- Inclus: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Inclus: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Inclus: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Inclus: App for Android and iOS
- Inclus: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Nu este inclus
- Nu este inclus: Smartphone and headphones
- Nu este inclus: Transportation
- Nu este inclus: Food and drink
- Nu este inclus: Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Itinerar
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Wales Millennium Centre
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Marvel at this iconic copper-domed arts venue with its striking slate and steel façade inscribed with Welsh poetry. Explore the cultural heart of Cardiff Bay where world-class performances and exhibitions bring the building's creative spirit to life.
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Roald Dahl Plass
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Walk through this expansive public square named after the beloved children's author who was born nearby in Cardiff. Discover how this vibrant waterfront plaza has become a gathering place featuring the iconic Water Tower sculpture and connections to Torchwood filming locations.
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Celtic Ring
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Marvel at this impressive bronze sculpture depicting maritime-themed reliefs with local landmarks and tidal charts carved into its circular form. Examine the intricate details that celebrate Cardiff's seafaring heritage through symbolic imagery and navigational references.
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Ianto's Shrine
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Visit this touching fan memorial adorned with flowers, photos, and messages honouring the beloved Torchwood character Ianto Jones. Discover how this spontaneous tribute has become a permanent Cardiff Bay institution, demonstrating the passionate connection between the TV series and the city.
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Rugby Players Statue
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Admire this powerful bronze statue honouring three pioneering Black Welsh rugby players who broke barriers in the sport. Learn about Billy Boston, Clive Sullivan, and Gus Risman's remarkable contributions to rugby league and their enduring legacy in Welsh sporting history.
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Cardiff Bay
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Examine this fascinating bronze compass installation with pegs pointing toward international destinations connected to Cardiff's maritime past. Explore how this artwork maps the city's global trading connections and the journeys of sailors who departed from these docks.
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Pass this beautiful white timber church that once served as a spiritual home for Scandinavian sailors far from home. Discover how this historic building now functions as an arts centre while preserving its connection to Cardiff's diverse seafaring community.
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Merchant Seaman's Memorial
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Visit this poignant memorial commemorating the sailors who served and sacrificed their lives departing from Cardiff Bay. Reflect on the maritime heritage and the bravery of merchant seamen who kept vital supply lines open during wartime.
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Oprirea 9
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Encounter these whimsical sculptural benches inspired by Dylan Thomas's poetry and Welsh mythology. Enjoy how these playful artworks blend literary heritage with functional public seating, creating Instagram-worthy moments along the waterfront.
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Pierhead Building
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Marvel at this stunning terracotta Victorian Gothic building with its ornate stonework, clock tower, and distinctive architectural details. Explore how this Grade I listed landmark once served as headquarters for the Bute Dock Company that controlled Cardiff's thriving coal export trade.
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Oprirea 11
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Walk across this striking red pedestrian bridge whose angular design resembles folded paper in motion. Admire how this modern architectural statement creates a bold visual connection between Porth Teigr and the main bay waterfront.
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Oprirea 12
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Explore this contemporary glass and slate building designed for transparency and openness in democratic governance. Discover how the Senedd's sustainable architecture and public accessibility reflect modern Welsh values while commanding spectacular views across Cardiff Bay.
Punct de întâlnire și preluare
Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.
Punct de întâlnire
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This tour starts at Wales Millennium Centre. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Punct de final
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Tour ends at The Senedd - A Modern Welsh Landmark.
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VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
Create an account
Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
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Bine de știut
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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