Cardiff Bay’s Sights and Sounds: A Children's Audio Tour

one hour – 1 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Hunt for clues about Tiger Bay’s nautical past on this self-guided audio tour that’s brought to life through poetry, music, and stories of yesteryear. Homesick sailors, intrepid explorers and mythical beasts are just some of the intriguing characters you’ll meet along the way.

On this family-friendly stroll around Cardiff, you can expect to learn about the man who wrote a new poem for the King every single time he asked, hear about the brave sailors who journeyed to the icy Antarctic, see the house that was moved to an entirely new location

and uncover the stories of the area’s mine workers. You will also find out how you can change Welsh laws. These are just some of the topics we’ll cover as you explore Cardiff Bay on this short tour which culminates in a fun quiz! So join me on this walk where we’ll dive into the fascinating world of Cardiff Bay waterfront.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour – 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Transportation
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

Itinerary

Norwegian Church Arts Centre

Passing by

Spot this charming white-painted wooden church, built in 1868 to serve the Norwegian sailors who once flooded Cardiff's bustling docks. Step inside to discover how this beloved landmark became the birthplace of one of the world's most famous storytellers — Roald Dahl, who was baptised here.
Stop 2

Passing by

Marvel at this striking glass and slate building, home to the Welsh Parliament since 2006. Explore how the laws that shape life in Wales are debated and decided right here — and discover what power you hold as a visitor to influence them.
Cardiff Bay

Passing by

Gaze out across the gleaming waters of Cardiff Bay, once one of the busiest coal-exporting ports in the entire world. Walk in the footsteps of homesick sailors, bold explorers, and hardworking miners whose stories are woven into every cobblestone along this shore.
Mermaid Quay

Passing by

Stroll along this lively waterfront promenade, where the echoes of Cardiff's seafaring past drift between modern restaurants and shops. Keep your eyes open for clues to the mythical creatures and colourful characters said to haunt these historic quayside waters.
Wales Millennium Centre

Passing by

Admire the monumental bronze steel façade of this iconic arts venue, etched with soaring lines of poetry in both Welsh and English. Enjoy the bold fusion of industrial heritage and creative ambition that makes this landmark one of Cardiff's most photographed sights.
Roald Dahl Plass

Passing by

Pass through this sweeping elliptical plaza, named in honour of Cardiff's most celebrated literary son. Listen for the stories of the Norwegian sailors who once gathered here, far from home, dreaming of distant fjords.
Stop 7

Passing by

Discover this mesmerising sculptural water feature, where sheets of water cascade in perfectly calm, glass-like flow. Pause to take in how this elegant piece transforms a simple element into something quietly magical along the Bay's celebrated art trail.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at the Norwegian Church. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

Tour ends by the statue of Ivor Novello.

Using your ticket

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]