Cardiff Story Museum

Cardiff

Local history museum in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

Opening Monday to Saturday – 10am-4pm; Sunday – Closed

Price Free entry (charges made for school/education group visits and some events)

Typical visit Not provided yet

Age fit Not specified

Setting indoor

The experience

About this day out

The Museum of Cardiff explores the city's story and heritage, telling the history of Cardiff through the eyes of the people who created the city. It is a great starting point for any visit to Cardiff, offering an introduction to the city's history through engaging, interactive displays. The museum uses the stories of people who have lived and worked in the city over past centuries to bring history to life.

When to go

Opening calendar

Monday to Saturday – 10am-4pm; Sunday – Closed

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What it costs

Prices at a glance

Admission: Free entry (charges made for school/education group visits and some events)

Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.

Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

🎟️ Free entryLockers (small £5, medium £8, large £10; available 10am-3:30pm, cash payment only)ToiletsAccessible toilet with baby changing facilitiesWheelchair accessible liftPortable audio loopAudio/visual handheld guides in English, Welsh, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese and British Sign LanguageSeating throughout the museumMagnifying glassesSensory trolley, sensory map and visual story for ALN visitorsLearning Suite on basement level

Accessibility: Level access with wide routes in the ground floor gallery; basement galleries and accessible toilet (with baby changing) reached via lift or stairs with handrail; portable audio loop and hearing loop; audio description and BSL handheld guides; main gallery displays available in Braille and Welsh Braille; large print gallery text; guide and assistance dogs welcome in all areas; note the Tiled Corridor has access via a small step with no ramp.
Parking: No car park at the museum; parking and travel information available via Cardiff Council's website
Dogs: Guide and assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the museum

Getting there

Where you'll find it

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