Techniquest, Cardiff

Name: Techniquest
Address: Stuart St, Cardiff, CF10 5BW, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 29 2047 5475

#49 among attractions in Cardiff

Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums

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Facts and practical information

Techniquest is a science discovery centre located in Cardiff Bay. It gives visitors a hands-on approach to science and includes a science theatre, a planetarium, and an exhibition space with over 100 interactive exhibits aimed at visitors of all ages. ()

Established: 1986 (38 years ago)Coordinates: 51°27'45"N, 3°10'5"W

Address

Stuart StCaerdydd Wouth (Tre-biwt)Cardiff CF10 5BW United Kingdom

Contact

+44 29 2047 5475

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Day trips

Techniquest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wales Millennium Centre, Pierhead Building, Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Roald Dahl Plass.

~1390 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff
7 min walk • The Wales Millennium Centre stands as a beacon of cultural excellence in the heart of Cardiff Bay, United Kingdom. Opened in 2004, this modern theatre has quickly become an iconic landmark, not only for its distinctive architectural design but also for its role as a...
~1110 ftE
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, History museum
Pierhead Building, Cardiff
6 min walk • The Pierhead Building is a striking architectural gem and an iconic feature of Cardiff's skyline, nestled in the heart of Cardiff Bay. This historic building, with its distinctive terracotta facade, was completed in 1897 and originally served as the headquarters for...
~1470 ftE
Church, Roald Dahl, Theater
Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Cardiff
8 min walk • The Norwegian Church Arts Centre stands as a beacon of cultural heritage in the maritime heart of Cardiff Bay. This historic building, originally established as a church for the Norwegian merchant fleet in the 19th century, has been repurposed as a vibrant space for...
~1000 ftNE
Public plaza named for local author
Roald Dahl Plass, Cardiff
5 min walk • Roald Dahl Plass is a public plaza in the heart of Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. Named after the celebrated children's author Roald Dahl, who was born in the city, the square serves as a cultural and recreational focal point for both locals...
0.6 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Boat tours
Cardiff Sailing Centre, Cardiff
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cardiff Bay, the Cardiff Sailing Centre, also known as Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre, is a premier sport venue that offers a plethora of water-based activities for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
~920 ftE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Taff Trail, Cardiff
5 min walk • The Taff Trail is a popular walking and cycle path that runs for 55 miles between Cardiff Bay and Brecon in Wales. It is so named because it follows the course of the River Taff.
~1370 ftNE
Museum, Shopping, Art gallery
Craft in the Bay, Cardiff
7 min walk • The Craft in the Bay Gallery is an exhibition and craft retail area located at the south end of Lloyd George Avenue, Cardiff Bay. It was designed by the architect Chris Elford. It is operated by a charitable arts organisation, The Makers Guild in Wales.
~1350 ftE
High-tech architecture
Senedd building, Cardiff
7 min walk • The Senedd building in Cardiff houses the debating chamber and three committee rooms of the Senedd. The 5,308-square-metre Senedd building was opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 1 March 2006, Saint David's Day, and the total cost was £69.6 million, which included £49.7 million in construction costs.
~560 ftNE
Roald Dahl, Harbor
Cardiff Bay, Cardiff
3 min walk • Cardiff Bay is an area and freshwater lake in Cardiff, Wales. The site of a former tidal bay and estuary, it serves as the river mouth of the River Taff and Ely.
0.9 miN
Square
Callaghan Square, Cardiff
24 min walk • 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.
~1780 ftE
Harbor
Porth Teigr, Cardiff
9 min walk • Porth Teigr is an area under development in the docks area of Cardiff Bay, in the south of Cardiff, Wales. Its development began in 2008. The multi-use area will host the BBC drama village, with plans to link this to a new digital centre. The work will cover a large brownfield area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Techniquest open?

Techniquest is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Techniquest?

Nearby attractions include Cardiff Bay, Cardiff (3 min walk), Mermaid Quay, Cardiff (4 min walk), Welsh Industrial and Maritime Museum, Cardiff (5 min walk), Third floor gallery, Cardiff (5 min walk).

How to get to Techniquest by public transport?

The nearest stations to Techniquest:

Bus

Mermaid Quay • Lines: 8, T1C (3 min walk)
Millennium Centre • Lines: 304/303, 6, 8 (7 min walk)

Train

Cardiff Bay (10 min walk)
Grangetown (25 min walk)