Discover The Senedd: A Modern Marvel of Welsh Architecture

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from a location within Brecon Beacons National Park, take the A470 road towards Cardiff. Stay on the A470 for approximately 30 miles until you reach the outskirts of Cardiff. As you approach the city, follow the signs for the A48(M) to enter Cardiff. Once on the A48(M), follow the signs for the city center. Exit onto the A4161 (Dumballs Road) and continue straight until you reach the roundabout. Take the second exit onto Pierhead Street. The Senedd will be on your right at Pierhead St, Cardiff CF99 1SN. Parking is available in nearby car parks, but be aware that charges may apply.

• Public Transport

  To reach The Senedd using public transport, start by taking a bus from your location in the Brecon Beacons National Park to Brecon. From Brecon, take the X43 bus service to Cardiff. The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Once you arrive in Cardiff, get off at the stop near the city center (usually at Custom House). From there, it is about a 10-minute walk to The Senedd. Head south on Bute Street, continue onto Pierhead Street, and you will find The Senedd at Pierhead St, Cardiff CF99 1SN.

• Train

  If you prefer to travel by train, you will need to make your way to the nearest train station. Start by taking a bus or taxi to Abergavenny train station or Merthyr Tydfil train station, both of which are within reasonable distance from the Brecon Beacons. From either station, take a train to Cardiff Central station. The journey will take approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at Cardiff Central, exit the station and follow the signs for the city center. It is about a 15-20 minute walk to The Senedd. Head south on Central Square, continue onto Bute Street, and then turn left onto Pierhead Street, where you will find The Senedd at Pierhead St, Cardiff CF99 1SN.