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 cardiff central market by aaaarrgh
The vast indoor space which forms the market, is also a useful and colourful
route from St Mary's Street to The Hayes. The current building opened in 1891. There is a very good display of information and pictures on the balcony about the history of the Market. Cardiff has had a covered market close to this spot since the 14th century!
You can get your local delicacies here. Buy some laverbread (Welsh seaweed) at the big fish stall near the East entrance. Or get some Clark's meat pies from Market Deli, at the St Mary Street end.
Open from approx. 8 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Saturday. Stalls often begin to close down about 4.30pm. A large bell on the balcony is rung at 5pm. Leave a Comment Directions: Two main entrances, on St Mary Street and also Trinity Street near to St John's Church.
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Although the Civic Centre is formed by some amazing buildings the real centre of Cardiff is few hundred meters to the south, and consists of the shopper's paradise concentrated mainly in the pedestrianized Queen street and nearby areas. All the major big names are here, grouped in smaller or bigger shopping arcades that make a labyrinth-like shopping structure.
Among the flashy windows, neon signs and advertising billboards the Queen Street also offers some interesting and unusual architectural surprises, like the bright yellow Venetian house on its southern side, bringing a part of the Mediterranean history in 21st century shopping ambiance.
(Probably most visitors don't even notice this house, but as I hate shopping I had to find my reasons to come here ;) Leave a Comment
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Another reason why non-shoppers should visit the shopping paradise of the Cardiff centre are its historic arcades. These Victorian and Edwardian structures still retain many of their historic features and are now home to dozens of unique stores and cafes. Although many establishments are now just the regular shops, there are a number of old crafts and shops where, among the "Made in China" souvenirs you might also find some traditional Welsh gifts from handmade Welsh textiles to Welsh love spoons.
The Morgan and Royal Arcades, that link St. Mary Street with the Hayes, are easy to find and interesting to stroll through. Leave a Comment
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 Castle Arcade by mafi_moya
The one in the photo is the Caste Arcade, possibly my favourite with good shops, a glass ceiling and lovely wooden balcony; others include the Morgan Arcade, High Street Arcade, Wyndham Arcade and more. I'll put some more info about what can be found in each one on the shopping tips page. Leave a Comment
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 by Beach_dog
Queen Street, Cardiff's shopping district... the male VT'ers groan. Cardiff has a super shopping area, with all the main shops you would find in any UK city. Many in covered malls, so its a must if the weather is grim. Leave a Comment
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You can find some lovely Welsh crafts in the stores here. They make great gifts for friends and family back home. Leave a Comment Directions: Shops, pedestrian walks and indoor arcades in area between St. Mary St and Queen St, southeast of the castle.
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 by lolitajane
It's very picturesque and traditional. Besides visiting it for fun, we also bought many things; there's a great range of products, from fresh vegetables and grocers to books and plants. Leave a Comment
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 Queen St. by lolitajaneLeave a Comment
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Because there is so many shops and most people are nice Leave a Comment Other Contact: Please come to cardiff you can b
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