How To Enjoy Evenings in Cardiff

Cardiff is a beautiful place to visit - day or night. It is the heart and soul of Wales and it is packed full of history, culture, beauty and, of course, nightlife. If you are thinking of heading over to the city, then you will almost certainly want to be entertained by night as well as by day. On this page, we will be looking at what exactly there is to do during the evenings - from eating and drinking to hanging out with ghosts… let’s take a look at the best places to go when you have an evening or two to spend in the Welsh capital.

Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle is a mediaeval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the city of Cardiff, Wales. It's a popular tourist attraction and is often illuminated in the evening, providing a picturesque view of the castle's architecture and history. Visitors can tour the castle's interior and learn about its history, including its use as a Roman fort and its transformation into a grand residence in the 19th century.  The castle is also home to several gardens, including the Castle Moat Garden, which is a popular spot for picnics and relaxation in the evenings. 

Typically, this castle is an attraction that the majority of people like to visit during daytime, however some do also spend time enjoying the castle at night. Not for any spooky reason, so don't worry. 

Check Out Bingo Lingo

If you want something a little different then why not have a fun game of bingo? This could certainly be helpful if you are looking for an evening where you can win money as well as spend it. Alternatively, you could visit an online casino to play your choice of games.

As well as ticking off your bingo card, you can enjoy quite the atmosphere - lasers, fog machines, pyrotechnics and some serious clubbing vibes. This is packed with energy and excitement.

It is places like this, with the added incentives and innovative ideas alongside just playing bingo, or other casino games, that keep people wanting to come back as opposed to playing bingo online all the time. As always, when attending these events or casinos, please gamble responsibly.

Take a Trip Down St Mary’s Street

St Mary's Street in Cardiff is home to a diverse range of bars and restaurants that offer a variety of cuisines and atmospheres. Some of the places you can visit down this famous gastronomical street include:

The Philharmonic - a traditional Welsh pub is known for its cosy atmosphere, live music, and selection of local beers (one of our favourites), The Castle Arms is a historic pub is known for its Victorian decor, and it offers a range of beers, wines, and spirits, as well as traditional pub food, The Goat Major - another traditional Welsh pub, the Old Arcade - a popular pub is known for its friendly atmosphere, live music, and selection of local beers and ciders. Despite the name giving off the impression that you may find some arcade games inside, that is not the case. However, there are some slot machines that you can play, with games from some of the biggest game developers, like Microgaming.

If you’re on the hunt for food then you have more options - The Real Italian Pizza Company, The Curry House - known for its traditional Indian dishes and friendly atmosphere, The Jade Palace - a Chinese restaurant known for its traditional Chinese dishes and friendly atmosphere. There are also Cuban restaurants, gastropubs and live music venues.

These are just a few examples of the many bars and restaurants on St Mary's Street, but it's a good representation of the diversity of options. Whether you're looking for a traditional Welsh pub, an Italian restaurant, or a trendy bar, you're sure to find something that suits you in this vibrant part of the city.

Perhaps you want to just quickly grab a bite to eat in Cardiff without feeling the need to experience any of the local bars in restaurants. In which case, you can choose from a delightful selection of fast food chains.

If you’re still struggling to decide, you can always look at more suggestions of bars in Cardiff from designmynight.com.

Ghost Tour

Cardiff Castle offers a ghost tour, which is a guided walk through the castle's dark and mysterious history. Visitors can explore the castle's underground tunnels and learn about the ghosts that are said to haunt the castle. The tour is led by a guide dressed in period costume who will tell stories of the castle's past and the ghostly legends that surround it. 

This ghostly walk covers the history of the castle and the people who have lived and died there. It includes visiting the castle's dark and eerie tunnels, the castle's haunted rooms and the stories of the spirits that still roam the castle today. 

There are all sorts of fun things to do on a Cardiff night out. From cultured nights of wine and nibbles to bingo clubbing and hobnobbing with ghosts. Whatever your taste and whatever your budget, you’ll find something enjoyable to do. 

If this tour isn’t something you’d be interested in then you can take a look at more tours and sightseeing in Cardiff.