Park House, Cardiff

Name: Park House
Address: Cardiff, United Kingdom

#155 among attractions in Cardiff

Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

Park House, 20 Park Place, Cardiff, Wales, is a nineteenth century town house. It was built for John McConnochie, Chief Engineer to the Bute Docks, by the Gothic revivalist architect William Burges. It is a Grade I listed building. The architectural writer John Newman writes that the architectural style of the house; "revolutionized Cardiff's domestic architecture," and Cadw considers the building; "perhaps the most important 19th century house in Wales." ()

Built: 1871 (153 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 51°29'4"N, 3°10'27"W

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Canol Dinas Caerdydd (Canol Y Ddinas)Cardiff United Kingdom

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Park House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Queen Street, National Museum Cardiff, St David's, Cathays Park.

~830 ftS
Street, Shopping district, Shopping
Queen Street, Cardiff
4 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Cardiff, Queen Street stands as a bustling shopping district that beckons locals and tourists alike with its wide array of retail offerings. This pedestrianized thoroughfare is one of the main commercial hubs in the capital of Wales...
~910 ftNW
Art and Welsh history in a grand setting
National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff
5 min walk • National Museum Cardiff stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Wales' capital city, offering a rich blend of art, history, and natural science. This esteemed institution, located in the civic centre of Cardiff, is known for its diverse collections that span across...
~1260 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
St David's, Cardiff
7 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...
~1600 ftNW
Park
Cathays Park, Cardiff
8 min walk • Cathays Park, an oasis of tranquility and verdant splendor, serves as the civic center of Cardiff, the vibrant capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. Spread across a substantial expanse in the heart of the city, this park is not just a serene retreat but also a hub of...
~840 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Capitol Centre, Cardiff
5 min walk • Capitol Centre, nestled in the heart of Cardiff, serves as a bustling hub for shoppers in the capital city of Wales. This modern shopping precinct, easily accessible from the city's main thoroughfares, offers a diverse array of retail options for both locals...
~1360 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Bars and clubs
Queens Arcade, Cardiff
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cardiff, Queens Arcade offers a delightful shopping experience for both locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping centre is a hub of retail activity, featuring a wide array of shops that cater to a variety of tastes and budgets.
~1630 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St John the Baptist Church, Cardiff
8 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...
~1070 ftW
City hall, Edwardian architecture
City Hall, Cardiff
6 min walk • City Hall is a civic building in Cathays Park, Cardiff, Wales, UK. It serves as Cardiff's centre of local government. It was built as part of the Cathays Park civic centre development and opened in October 1906.
~1100 ftW
Memorial
South African War Memorial, Cardiff
6 min walk • The South African War Memorial, also known as the Boer War Memorial, is a war memorial in Cardiff, Wales. It was erected in 1908 and unveiled by General Sir John French on 20 November 1909 to honour the victims of the Second Boer War.
~1610 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Art gallery
St David's Hall, Cardiff
8 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.
~400 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
New Theatre, Cardiff
2 min walk • The New Theatre is one of the principal theatres of Cardiff, capital city of Wales. It is located in the city centre on Park Place, close to Cathays Park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Park House?

Nearby attractions include Eglwys Dewi Sant, Cardiff (2 min walk), City United Reformed Church, Cardiff (2 min walk), New Theatre, Cardiff (2 min walk), Queen Street, Cardiff (4 min walk).

How to get to Park House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Park House:

Bus

Greyfriars Road • Lines: 28, 8 (3 min walk)
Dumfries Place • Lines: 28, 8 (3 min walk)

Train

Cardiff Queen Street (7 min walk)
Cathays (10 min walk)