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The Cardiff Story Museum

A great rainy-day museum in Cardiff

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A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration

Wet weather
A rainy-day pick
Setting
Indoor
Entry
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The Cardiff Story Museum (also known as The Cardiff Story) is a free museum dedicated to the history of Cardiff, housed in the historic Old Library building on Trinity Street. Families can explore interactive exhibits that bring the city's past to life, including a reconstructed Victorian street, a 1950s garden, and a hands-on discovery area for children. Highlights for kids include a dressing-up corner, a touch-table with objects, and a scavenger hunt trail. The museum is suitable for all ages, with activities tailored for preschoolers through to older children. Facilities include baby-changing facilities, a cafe, and a museum shop. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, and admission is free.

Area:Cardiff

What parents should know

The Cardiff Story Museum (also known as The Cardiff Story) is a free museum dedicated to the history of Cardiff, housed in the historic Old Library building on Trinity Street.

Getting there

Public Transport Access

The museum is accessible via Cardiff Bus routes 1, 2, 8, 9/A, 11, 12, 13, 28, 29/B, 35, 36, 38, 39, 44, 45, 49, and 50. The nearest train stations are Cardiff Central and Cardiff Q

General

Opening Hours

The museum operates from Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays.

General

Admission Details

Admission is free for all visitors; however, charges may apply for school or education group visits and certain events.