Pont y Werin, Cardiff

Name: Pont y Werin
Address: Cardiff, United Kingdom

#73 among attractions in Cardiff

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Facts and practical information

Pont y Werin is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge spanning the River Ely between Cardiff Bay and Penarth, Wales. ()

Opened: 14 July 2010 (14 years ago)Length: 459 ftCoordinates: 51°26'51"N, 3°11'10"W

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Cardiff United Kingdom

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Pont y Werin – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pierhead Building, Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Cardiff International Pool, Ice Arena Wales.

1.5 miNE
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, History museum
Pierhead Building, Cardiff
38 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...
1.4 miNE
Church, Roald Dahl, Theater
Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Cardiff
37 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...
~1400 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Water park
Cardiff International Pool, Cardiff
7 min walk • Cardiff International Pool is a state-of-the-art aquatic center located in the heart of Cardiff, the vibrant capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. This modern sport venue is a premier destination for both competitive swimmers and casual visitors looking to enjoy...
~1500 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Ice Arena Wales, Cardiff
8 min walk • Ice Arena Wales is a premier sporting venue situated in the heart of Cardiff, the bustling capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. This state-of-the-art facility is a hive of activity, offering a cool escape for ice sports enthusiasts and serving as a key location for...
1.5 miNE
Public plaza named for local author
Roald Dahl Plass, Cardiff
38 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...
1.1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Boat tours
Cardiff Sailing Centre, Cardiff
29 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.
1.4 miNE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Taff Trail, Cardiff
37 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.
1.3 miNE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Techniquest, Cardiff
34 min walk • 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.
0.8 miSE
Church
St Augustine's Church, Cardiff
22 min walk • St Augustine's Church is a Grade I-listed Gothic Revival nineteenth-century parish church in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.
1.5 miNE
High-tech architecture
Senedd building, Cardiff
39 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.
1.4 miNE
Roald Dahl, Harbor
Cardiff Bay, Cardiff
36 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pont y Werin?

Nearby attractions include Cardiff International White Water, Cardiff (4 min walk), Bayscape, Cardiff (5 min walk), Cardiff International Sports Village, Cardiff (8 min walk), Penarth Marina, Cardiff (13 min walk).

How to get to Pont y Werin by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pont y Werin:

Train

Cogan (5 min walk)
Dingle Road (15 min walk)

Bus

Merrie Harrier • Lines: 304/303 (14 min walk)
Llandough Hosital • Lines: 304/303 (15 min walk)