Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
A walking tour from someone who has lived in the area for many years. Discover how the town developed from a tiny hamlet to a booming docks exporting coal around the world, it's part in two world wars and how it got to be the town it is today. Also find out the best places to eat and drink in the area and receive suggestions for other things to see and do.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cardiff Bay Barrage
Cardiff Bay, views of the Bristol Channel, historic buidings, working locks and marinas
Panoramic views of the Bristol Channel from the highest point on the South Wales coastal path. St Augustine's Church, a Grade 1 listed building.
What‘s Included
Certified English-speaking guide
Walking tour
Options
Full Tour
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Penarth tour
jaynep795,,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our fun and informative 2 hour tour of Penarth. Being a long time resident of the area I would recommend it to locals and visitors alike! Go on, give it a go!
Excellent experience
Page2013,,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter was a great guide for our group of teenagers and parents, none of whom were at all familiar with the area before the tour. We all gained a good understanding of the area, enjoying learning about the city's Industrial Revolution past, and admiring current structures and views. Would recommend!
Very much enhanced our experience of Cardiff!
JanB657,,Apr 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining and enthusiastic about this wonderful place, Penarth. We went on our extensive tour on our arrival to Wales and it helped us put perspective and plans in place for the rest of our exploration of Cardiff. He pointed out the history, development and amazing recent transformation of the city and its surroundings, and gave us some tips, which we wouldn’t have otherwise discovered as to other sights to see. Thoroughly recommend!
A lovely walk and historic tour of Penarth
Elizabeth B,,Oct 15, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This walking tour was really nice. Peter was full of joy and was super engaging. We learned so much about Penarth and it’s history as we walked from The Old Custom House, around the bay, up through the neighborhoods, through parks and promenades and after a wonderful two hours we were pointed to the pubs to catch the Rugby game. We chose The Bear Head. Made for a lovely afternoon and would highly recommend this tour.
Hidden treasures of Penarth
971bevp,,Aug 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter’s knowledge of the local area and its history was engaging and fascinating ! There were so many places of interest that I otherwise wouldn’t have discovered. A very enjoyable walking tour, I thoroughly recommend .
More than worth it, 2 hours with a wise man
Roberta C,,May 20, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an excellent way to spend 2 hours. Peter, the guide, gives a thoughtful walk through of the social geography of Penarth. His deep knowledge of the history of the region, indeed of Britain generally, means that he easily answers all sorts of questions - on architecture, on social structure, on historical politics, on culture: He loves and appreciates Penarth and this is very obvious. This is clearly a labour of love. I am so pleased that we did this- including my partner, who started off a bit skeptically, and ended wanting more. Thanks Peter.
Really enjoyable tour.
Keith H,,Apr 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enjoyable tour. Be aware that there are several hills on the walk but Peter will make allowances if necessary. There was no pressure to complete the tour within any specific time. We certainly saw and learned about parts of Penarth that most would never see. A very good tour and we would strongly reccommend it. Well done Peter!
How Penarth came to be what it is today
Trevor S,,Jul 10, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Two hours plus of engaging conversation with Peter, who certainly knows his subject. Delightful walk for which we (wife and I) are now enriched. Hadn't heard of Dagger Town before, might pop into The Clive for a pint... Thanks Peter, we really enjoyed the walk. T&A
Walking tour
martynb773,,May 10, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very friendly guide very knowledgeable and patient when asked questions it was a pleasure to be white him
Fantastic Walking Tour of Penarth!
Jennifer V,,Apr 11, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00I visited Cardiff for work and had an afternoon free. My friend and I decided to take the tour as neither of us knew anything about the community. This was a fantastic walking tour of the Penarth with a knowledgeable and friendly guide who peeled away the industrial history and urban development not always visible today. The tour was a great way to spend the afternoon!
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