Doctor Who Experience, Cardiff

Name: Doctor Who Experience
Address: Discovery Quay, Cardiff, CF10 4GA, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 844 801 3663

#203 among attractions in Cardiff

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Facts and practical information

Since Doctor Who was first broadcast in 1963, there have been a number of exhibitions of props, costumes and sets throughout the United Kingdom. Some have been intended to be permanent, and others seasonal; most have been staged at existing tourist locations. None are currently open to members of the public. ()

Coordinates: 51°27'35"N, 3°9'38"W

Address

Discovery QuayCaerdydd Wouth (Bae Caerdydd)Cardiff CF10 4GA United Kingdom

Contact

+44 844 801 3663

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Day trips

Doctor Who Experience – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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~1520 ftN
High-tech architecture
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Doctor Who Experience open?

Doctor Who Experience is open:

Monday 10 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 3:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 3:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 3:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 3:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Doctor Who Experience?

Nearby attractions include Porth Teigr, Cardiff (2 min walk), Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Cardiff (4 min walk), Senedd building, Cardiff (8 min walk), Pierhead Building, Cardiff (8 min walk).

How to get to Doctor Who Experience by public transport?

The nearest stations to Doctor Who Experience:

Bus

Mermaid Quay • Lines: 8, T1C (10 min walk)
Britannia Quay • Lines: 8 (10 min walk)

Train

Cardiff Bay (16 min walk)
Cardiff Central (35 min walk)