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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Address: 54B/C Bute St, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF10 5AF
This small art gallery in the Cardiff Bay area seeks to promote mainly Welsh contemporary art, although it often features international artists also. It's worth a peak in to look at the changing exhibitions, which will often introduce you to some up-and-coming talent in the art world. The gallery also runs workshops.
Butetown History & Arts Centre
Address: 5 Dock Chambers, Bute St (opposite the Baltimore Arms), Cardiff CF10 5AG
This little centre strives to preserve the history of Cardiff Bay, now that a multi-million-pound investment has transformed the former docklands into a sleek, spotless cluster of new buildings and restaurants. Exhibits include photographs, documents and memories of local people. As well as the gallery, there is a...
Address: Hemingway Rd, The Red Dragon Centre, Cardiff CF10 4JY
This special exhibition in Cardiff's Red Dragon Centre entertainment complex allows fans of Doctor Who to get up close to props, costumes and monsters from the new series starring David Tennant. There are daleks as well as a TARDIS. Much of the latest series of Doctor Who was filmed in Cardiff itself. There is also a...
Address: Plymouth Rd, Opposite railway station, Penarth CF64 3DM
Owned by the National Museum Wales, the Grade 1-listed Turner House is now the main exhibition space of Ffotogallery, Wales' premier arts association specialising in photography. Located in Penarth and easily accessible by train, the gallery displays photographic works of all forms and also offers workshops and...
Address: Mill Ln, Wyndham Arcade, Cardiff CF10 1FH
G39 is the place to catch Cardiff's up-and-coming talent in the art world. The three-storey exhibition space displays not only the works of international artists, but those of recent graduates as well. Its main specialities are installation art, photography, video and sculpture. On the third floor is a new resource...
Address: Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3NP
The National Museum Cardiff is one of the city's true gems. Visitors can enjoy exhibits ranging from art and archeology to the earth sciences. The art collection features an admirable collection of Impressionist work, including 'La Parisienne' by Renoir, as well as paintings by traditional Welsh favorites such as...
St. Fagans National History Museum
Address: St. Fagans, Cardiff CF5 6XB
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The St Fagan's National History Museum, also known as the Museum of Welsh Life, is an open-air museum whose goal is to celebrate the culture and history of the Welsh people. In the 100 acres of parkland, visitors are whisked back nearly 2000 years to see a reconstructed Celtic settlement, then slowly walked through...
Address: Stuart St, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF10 5BW
One of four science discovery centres in Wales, Cardiff Techniquest is a huge science-orientated playpark containing more than 160 interactive exhibits. Hands-on in a way that manages to be both fun and educational for people of all ages, the museum runs special exhibitions and events alongside its permanent...
Welsh Regiment Military Museum at Cardiff Castle
Address: Castle St, Cardiff Castle, Cardiff CF10 2RB
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If you are looking to learn a little about Welsh military history, try the Welsh Regiment Museum, located at history-laden Cardiff Castle. This museum was established to honor the accomplishments and services rendered by the 41st Foot, 69th Foot, and Royal Regiment of Wales. Between 1719 and 1969, Welsh regimental...
