Cardiff Map

Cardiff map, view the South Glamorgan city of Cardiff, located in the county of South Glamorgan, Wales.

Detailed Street Map of Cardiff South Glamorgan & Guide to the Area

Cardiff Map South Glamorgan: Interactive map of Cardiff, displaying the city situated in the county of South Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Cardiff area and a Cardiff city centre map, showing Cardiff Central Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Cardiff map are: St David's Shopping Centre, Cardiff Market, John Lewis, M&S Cardiff, House of Fraser, H&M, Primark, TK Maxx, The Hayes, Castle Arcade, High Street Arcade, The Cardiff Story Museum, Cardiff Castle, Principality Stadium, National Museum Cardiff, Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff Central Library, Cardiff University, Cardiff and Vale College, Cardiff Queen Street Station, Cardiff Central Station, Cardiff Bus Station, City Hall, Cardiff Crown Court, Cardiff Students' Union, Cardiff Arms Park, Chapter Arts Centre, Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, Sherman Theatre, New Theatre, The Glee Club, Clwb Ifor Bach, The Philharmonic, Lab 22, The Dead Canary, Tiny Rebel Cardiff, The Cambrian Tap, The Goat Major, Duke of Wellington, Park Plaza Hotel, The Clayton Hotel, Hilton Cardiff, Jurys Inn, Novotel Cardiff Centre, Cardiff Marriott, Holiday Inn Cardiff City, The Angel Hotel, University Hospital of Wales, Spire Cardiff Hospital, Cardiff Royal Infirmary, Woodlands Medical Centre, St Mary's Church, Eglwys Dewi Sant, Tabernacl Chapel, Cathays High School, Fitzalan High School, Cardiff High School, Llanishen High School, Willows High School.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Penarth, Barry, Dinas Powys, Sully, Wenvoe, Cowbridge, Llantwit Major, Rhoose, St Athan, Bonvilston, Peterston-super-Ely, St Nicholas, Llancarfan, Pendoylan, Michaelston-le-Pit, Culverhouse Cross, Radyr, Tongwynlais, Taff's Well, Llandaff, Whitchurch, Llantrisant, Pontyclun, Talbot Green, Miskin, Groesfaen, Pentyrch, Creigiau, St Fagans, Ely, Caerau, Rumney, Llanrumney, St Mellons, Lisvane, Thornhill, Heath, Roath, Splott, Grangetown, Butetown, Canton, Fairwater, Leckwith, Tremorfa, Gabalfa, Adamsdown.

Cardiff is a lively, compact capital with a proper mix of modern energy and historic charm. Sitting snugly on the south coast of Wales, it's a city that packs a lot into its boundaries—there's the buzz of the centre, the fresh air off Cardiff Bay, and plenty of green space to break things up. You've got a good blend of cultural spots, sport, shopping and night life, all within easy reach. It's friendly, walkable and just the right size for exploring without getting lost in the crowd.

Historically, Cardiff started out as a Roman fort before slowly developing into a small market town. It was the Industrial Revolution that changed its fortunes, with the arrival of the coal trade turning it into one of the world's busiest ports. In 1905, it officially became a city, and by 1955 it was named the capital of Wales. Today, it's home to around 370,000 people and growing steadily, with a population made up of locals, students, professionals and people from all over the world who've settled here. The docks may have quietened down, but Cardiff has reinvented itself as a confident, cultural city with its own distinct rhythm.

There's no shortage of things to see and do. Cardiff Castle sits right in the city centre—an incredible mix of Roman walls, Norman keep and Victorian Gothic interiors. The National Museum Cardiff is great for art and natural history, and the Principality Stadium looms large as the beating heart of Welsh rugby. Down in Cardiff Bay, you'll find the Senedd, the Wales Millennium Centre, and a stretch of waterfront cafés and bars perfect for a wander. Just outside the city, St Fagans National Museum of History is a proper gem—an open-air site managed by National Museum Wales, showcasing centuries of Welsh life. For National Trust fans, Dyffryn Gardens is a short drive away and worth a visit for its landscaped grounds and elegant glasshouses. Castell Coch, perched in the hills near Tongwynlais, looks like something out of a fairytale.

Zooming out a bit, South Glamorgan has a lot to offer beyond Cardiff itself. Barry Island is a classic day out with its sandy beach and fairground rides, while Penarth has a more laid-back feel with a Victorian pier and cliff-top walks. The Vale of Glamorgan stretches out to the west with a patchwork of little villages, rolling farmland and dramatic coastline. Cowbridge is a bit of a hidden gem—upmarket shops, good food, and a touch of countryside elegance. You'll also find hidden coves, ancient churches, and walking trails that snake through peaceful, lesser-known corners of the county.

Getting to Cardiff is straightforward whether you're arriving by car, train or plane. The M4 runs just north of the city, giving good access from both east and west. Cardiff Central is a major railway station with direct services to London Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham and further into Wales. Local trains cover the Valleys and nearby towns, while Cardiff Queen Street handles the city's inner network. For air travel, Cardiff Airport sits about 30 minutes to the west of the city centre, with bus and taxi links available. National Express and Megabus also run regular services into the city, and there's a handy park and ride for drivers coming in from outside.

South Glamorgan as a county includes Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, and it's a varied and well-connected part of Wales. From busy urban areas to scenic coastal stretches, it has a bit of everything. The Vale is full of market towns and picturesque countryside, while Cardiff brings in the government, media and cultural life of Wales. It's not just a political centre—it's home to major sporting events, festivals, student life and a growing tech and creative scene. Whether you're exploring historic ruins, grabbing street food in the arcades, or watching the sunset over the Severn Estuary, there's always something going on.

We hope you found this Cardiff tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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