Callaghan Square, Cardiff

Name: Callaghan Square
Address: Cardiff, United Kingdom

#67 among attractions in Cardiff

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Facts and practical information

Callaghan Square is a large public plaza in Cardiff, Wales, previously known as Bute Square. It was developed as part of a Private Finance Initiative scheme to link central Cardiff with Cardiff Bay. ()

Coordinates: 51°28'31"N, 3°10'26"W

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Caerdydd Wouth (Tre-biwt)Cardiff United Kingdom

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Callaghan Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Millennium Stadium, St David's, Cardiff Market, Cardiff International Arena.

0.4 miNW
World-class sports arena and concert venue
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
11 min walk • Millennium Stadium, also known as Principality Stadium for sponsorship reasons, is an iconic sports arena located in the heart of the capital of Wales, Cardiff. This impressive facility, opened in 1999, quickly became one of the most important points on the map of...
0.4 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
St David's, Cardiff
11 min walk • St David's, nestled in the heart of Cardiff, United Kingdom, stands as a premier shopping destination in the Welsh capital. This expansive shopping centre, a beacon of modern retail therapy, offers an unrivalled variety of stores and eateries spread across its sleek...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Flea market, Market
Cardiff Market, Cardiff
10 min walk • Cardiff Market, also known as Cardiff Central Market, is a vibrant hub of commerce nestled in the heart of Cardiff, the bustling capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. This Victorian indoor market has been a cornerstone of the city's trade and daily life since it first...
~1400 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Cardiff International Arena, Cardiff
7 min walk • Cardiff International Arena, known as the Motorpoint Arena Cardiff for sponsorship reasons, is a beacon of entertainment nestled in the heart of Cardiff, the vibrant capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. This versatile indoor venue is a hub for sports fans, music...
~1350 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Arcade, Cardiff
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cardiff's bustling city centre, Royal Arcade stands as a quintessential Victorian shopping haven, offering a unique blend of history and retail therapy. Opened in 1858, it is Cardiff's oldest arcade and has been a cornerstone of the city's...
~1460 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Morgan Arcade, Cardiff
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cardiff, Morgan Arcade stands as a beacon of Victorian elegance and contemporary shopping bliss. Built at the turn of the 20th century, this historic arcade has been a focal point for Cardiff's most discerning shoppers for over a century.
0.4 miNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St John the Baptist Church, Cardiff
11 min walk • St John the Baptist Church stands as a beacon of historical and architectural significance in the heart of Cardiff, United Kingdom. This stunning medieval church, which is the oldest remaining medieval building in the city after Cardiff Castle, serves not only as a...
~1950 ftNW
Shopping, Department store
Howells, Cardiff
10 min walk • Howells is a large department store located on St Mary Street in Cardiff, Wales. The store was established in Cardiff by James Howell in 1865. It was acquired by the House of Fraser group in 1972 and re-branded as House of Fraser in 2010.
~1770 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Cardiff Story Museum, Cardiff
9 min walk • The Cardiff Story Museum is a museum in Cardiff, Wales which exhibits the history of the city. The museum opened on 1 April 2011 and entrance is free. The heritage museum has brought together a collection of 3,000 objects and Cardiff-related artefacts, many donated from Cardiff residents and communities.
~1880 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Art gallery
St David's Hall, Cardiff
10 min walk • St David's Hall is a performing arts and conference venue in the heart of Cardiff, Wales. St David's Hall is the National Concert Hall and Conference Centre of Wales.
0.4 miN
19th-century, Catholic place of worship
Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral, Cardiff
10 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral Church of St David, also known as St David's Cathedral Cardiff is a Roman Catholic Cathedral in the city centre of Cardiff, Wales and is the centre of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cardiff.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Callaghan Square?

Nearby attractions include Custom House Street Tower, Cardiff (3 min walk), Meridian Gate, Cardiff (3 min walk), Altolusso, Cardiff (5 min walk), Cardiff Central Library, Cardiff (5 min walk).

How to get to Callaghan Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Callaghan Square:

Bus

Custom House Street • Lines: 304/303, T9 (3 min walk)
Hayes Bridge Road • Lines: 28 (4 min walk)

Train

Cardiff Central (6 min walk)
Cardiff Queen Street (13 min walk)