National Museum Cardiff
Book National Museum Cardiff tickets for one of the best museums in Cardiff
Visit Wales' capital city and spend a day in Cardiff's National Museum, soaking up history, heritage and culture as you discover the beauty behind Cardiff's art, science, geology, history and so much more.
Things to see and do at National Museum Cardiff
Known for it's vast expanse of valleys, rolling hills and melodic accents, Wales is home to breathtaking landscapes - but behind the beautiful country lies a world of history, heritage and culture. Located in the heart of the capital city, step into the past, present and future when you visit the National Museum Cardiff:
- Free Admission: If you're looking for something to do in the city for a few hours, head to Cardiff museum and immerse yourself into a world of Welsh history and culture for free!
- Events and Exhibitions: Home to world-famous artists and natural history, you can celebrate Cardiff's culture at an incredible range of events and exhibitions throughout the year; suitable for all ages!
- Art Galleries: With a range of classic and contemporary pieces, Cardiff's Art Gallery is one of Europe's finest art collections. Featuring paintings, drawings, sculpture, silver and ceramics, you can also enjoy a fantastic, world-famous collection of Impressionist art
- Science and Evolution: Experience a 4.6 million-year adventure as you come face-to-face with dinosaurs and woolly mammoths, discovering the evolution of Wales from the Jurassic period
- Natural History: Home to over 900-sites of Special Scientific Interest, enjoy exploring Wales' diverse natural history as you discover basking sharks, leatherback turtles and so much more
- Food and Drink: Feeling peckish on your day out in Cardiff? Stop by the Museum Cafe or Restaurant and indulge in sweet treats, light snacks and refreshing drinks!
Pay What You Can at the National Museum Cardiff
The team at Cardiff National Museum are passionate and dedicated about creating an inclusive and accessible environment. To make this exhibition accessible to everyone, National Museum Cardiff are encouraging you to Pay What You Can.
This means that, instead of a fixed ticket price, you can choose to pay an amount that suits your circumstance best. The team suggest £10 but any amount you can pay, from £3, means National Museum Cardiff are able to create new, inspiring ways for people to come and enjoy the national collection. If you would like to pay an amount which isn’t mentioned above, please head to contact the team for more information.
Book National Museum Cardiff tickets and enjoy visiting one of the best museums in Cardiff!
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How to find us
Address: National Museum Cardiff, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3NP
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Toilets
- Food and drink
Yes, the National Museum Cardiff is wheelchair accessible, ensuring an inclusive experience for all visitors.
Yes! With a range of exhibitions and events, there's something for everyone at National Museum Cardiff.
- Please note: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Yes, the Museum features a Cafe and Restaurant onsite.
- Museum Cafe: Located in the Main Hall, open from 10am - 4pm daily.
- Museum Restaurant: Open on weekends and bank holidays from 11am - 3pm.
The opening hours are as follows:
- Tuesday to Sunday: Open 10am - 4pm
- Mondays: Closed
- Galleries close at 3:45pm