Cardiff Victorian Arcades Tour
ID: GYG592264-1737615
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Cardiff city centre has the highest concentration of Victorian era shopping arcades in the UK. They are an architectural, historical and cultural symbol of the city. Explore them all on this tour!
Cardiff's arcades are an icon of the modern city today and something that makes the Welsh capital a unique city in the UK, but they are also a symbol of the city's industrial status, success and power in the nineteenth century. Cardiff has the most arcades and highest concentration of Victorian and Edwardian era arcades of any city in the whole of the UK, as well as one of the country's finest and bustling city markets. They are full of historic, quirky, boutique and independent shops, cafes and stores. On this two hour adventure through Cardiff's shopping district, discover the rise of the Cardiff in the nineteenth century, the industrial success and influence of the growing city, the origin, evolution and culture of the arcades and where they stand in city life in the twenty-first century.
Highlights
- Explore all 7 of Cardiff's historic arcades
- Discover the surprising history of Cardiff Central Market
- Learn about arcades that no longer survive today
- Enjoy some of the finest views and photograph locations in the city
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Most of this tour takes place indoors or undercover, so it is even a comfortable tour to do on a rainy Cardiff day.
We meet at the statue of John Batchelor on The Hayes in central Cardiff, opposite the big TK Maxx store. Just look out for the guide with the green shirt or jacket, or green umbrella and name badge.
INCLUDED
- Private, native English speaking, tour guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Food & Drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry to Cardiff Castle
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
