Overview
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45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Enjoy the beautiful scenic landscapes of Cardiff Bay with the Cardiff Bay Boat Tour. Experience all of Cardiff Bay's beauty and unique locations such as the Welsh Assembly and the Norwegian Church buildings.
This tour makes a stop at Penarth Barrage to allow some sailors to join the journey and others to disembark at their leisure to explore the surrounding areas.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Refunds will not be issued if tour is missed due to late or non-arrival
Please note: you must reconfirm directly with the supplier, refer to voucher for details
Please arrive 15 minutes before departure
We have 2 boats that are in service for our Bay Tours. You may be booked on either. These boats are alternated for trips in conjunction with peak season and also weather forecast.
What To Expect
Cardiff Cruises
Enjoy a relaxing tour to Cardiff Bay and Mermaid Quay with the Cardiff Bay Boat Tour. Cardiff Bay was created by the Cardiff Barrage in South Cardiff. The regeneration of Cardiff Bay is now widely regarded as one of the most successful regeneration projects in the United Kingdom. Witness remarkable landscapes and locations such as the famous Wales Millenium Centre, the Welsh Assembly, the Dr. Who Assembly the Barrage and it's lock gates, it's old docks and the Wetlands Nature Reserve. You can also choose to join the tour from the Barrage and visit Mermaid Quay, famous for it's shopping and leisure district.
Options
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay11:30
45 Minute tour of Cardiff Bay departing from the lower boardwalk in Mermaid Quay departing at 11:30, 12:30,13:30, 14:30 and 15:30. Please let us know your preferred departure time when booking.
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay14:30
45 Minute tour of Cardiff Bay departing from the lower boardwalk in Mermaid Quay departing at 11:30, 12:30,13:30, 14:30 and 15:30. Please let us know your preferred departure time when booking.
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay15:30
45 Minute tour of Cardiff Bay departing from the lower boardwalk in Mermaid Quay departing at 11:30, 12:30,13:30, 14:30 and 15:30. Please let us know your preferred departure time when booking.
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay14:00
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay12:00
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay13:30
45 Minute tour of Cardiff Bay departing from the lower boardwalk in Mermaid Quay departing at 11:30, 12:30,13:30, 14:30 and 15:30. Please let us know your preferred departure time when booking.
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay13:00
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay16:00
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay11:00
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay15:00
Bay Tour from Cardiff Bay12:30
45 Minute tour of Cardiff Bay departing from the lower boardwalk in Mermaid Quay departing at 11:30, 12:30,13:30, 14:30 and 15:30. Please let us know your preferred departure time when booking.
What‘s Included
Recorded commentary
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
393 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A very friendly and...
Linda S,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very friendly and knowledgeable crew. All the places of interest were pointed out, with excellent, clear, commentary throughout.
As expected and well organised
Joyce R,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00On time and well organised but not a great fan of prerecorded information as not mentioning live events.
Recommend!
Elizabeth G,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A short, relaxing tour around the bay with guided commentary. A nice break from the city. Great for families with young children to adults.
Poor option to see the bay
Garfield L,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The boat is loud and old, however the worst part was the fact that you couldn’t hear any of the recorded messages. I would not recommend this to anyone frankly.
Family outing
Helen D,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide on the boat was friendly and informative - better than the recorded commentary! Even though the weather was poor, we enjoyed the trip, sitting in the covered area and looking through the very large windows.
This crazy company...
King M,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00This crazy company firstly change my boat time, the next boat never showed up, I was on this phone with crazy woman/operator for 15 mins and lying to her teeth
Cruise
John M,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Cancelled at last minute, we were very upset. We would love to do this trip next time we stay at Cardiff bay
Great holiday attraction
Carmen S,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Staff was friendly and helpful. Information was playing throughout the journey. The boat was comfortable
Birthday trip!
Simon M,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great trip round the bay. Easy to get too - and they even laid on beautiful weather! We all enjoyed ourselves.
Small walk in...
Denis L,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small boat ride very nice especially with the sun we had. Too bad the comments are only in English.
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Operated by Cardiff Cruises Ltd