Travel Guide to Roald Dahl Plass

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Cardiff Central Station, exit the station and head towards the main road, Central Link. Turn right and walk straight until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto St. Mary Street. Continue along St. Mary Street until you reach the junction with the Hayes. Turn left onto the Hayes and continue until you reach the end. At the end of the Hayes, turn right onto the pedestrianized area, which will lead you to the Cardiff Bay area. As you continue walking, you will see the Millennium Centre on your left. Roald Dahl Plass is located just in front of the Millennium Centre, easily identifiable by its large open space and unique design.

• Bus

  From Cardiff Central Station, walk to the nearby bus stop located on Central Link. You can catch the Cardiff Bus number 6 or 8 towards Cardiff Bay. Stay on the bus for approximately 10 minutes and get off at the 'Mermaid Quay' stop. Once you alight, walk towards the water front, and you will see Roald Dahl Plass directly ahead. The area is well signposted and you can’t miss the large plaza with the iconic fountains.

• Train

  From Cardiff Central Station, you can take a train to Cardiff Bay train station. Board the train and it will take you directly to Cardiff Bay. The journey is short, around 10 minutes. Once you arrive at Cardiff Bay station, exit and walk straight down to the waterfront. Roald Dahl Plass will be in front of you, located right next to the Wales Millennium Centre.