Cardiff - Bay & Barrage

Before you set off on your awesome adventure to explore Cardiff Bay (Bae Caerdydd), there are a few things you need to know...

This route is not circular, so you will need to plan to get back to the start. The last clue is at the water bus stop at the end of the Barrage, so we suggest you get the water bus or the land train back to the bay.

The route is not friendly for wheelchair users and pushchairs.

Bring your four-legged friends along! This is a dog-friendly Trail.

The closest long-stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Mermaid Quay (CF10 5BS), just a four-minute walk away.

There are some fantastic events in Cardiff Bay's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful area of the city. Cardiff Bay is also a popular filming location, and you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Cardiff Tourist Information.

There are public toilets available towards the beginning and middle of the Trail, but the only refreshment stops are at the start of the route, so pack plenty of supplies to keep you going. 

Looking for more things to do in Cardiff Bay? Make a day of it and visit the Norwegian Church or brush up on your science knowledge at Techniquest? You could even challenge yourself to one of our other Cardiff Trails!