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Things to do and see

Cardiff is an exciting place to be at the moment; there are many cultural, social and sporting activities to become involved in. This page has links to many sites that might interest you, from places to visit and the history of Wales, to nightclubs and musical events. For up-to-date information on what's on, the Students' Union publishes a free weekly newspaper called Gair Rhydd (Welsh for 'Free Word') which contains full listings. This is available from the Students' Union or in the refectories around the University campus.

Cardiff provides a great social life for people with all kinds of interests. Cardiff Students' Union has over 150 societies including many dedicated to International students. These societies are run by students for students and are a great way to meet people. They often put on events, social evenings and trips. You can find more information about these on social societies and sports societies on this web site.

Cardiff is a capital city and has all the vibrant and cultural facilities you would expect of a major European city in a compact, safe and friendly environment. Below are only a few links that can give you an idea of the diverse range of activities Cardiff has to offer.

Places to visit and things to do

Cardiff University Students Union
The centre of student life - probably where you will spend a lot of your social time in Cardiff

The Millennium Sports Stadium
In the centre of Cardiff, this is one of the UK's best and biggest sporting stadiums which is also a venue for musical and pop concerts.

National Museum and Gallery
In the heart of the city and the University campus this is Wales's leading cultural museum.

Museum of Welsh Life
A short drive away from the city this outdoor museum creates the atmosphere of the rural villages of Wales from the coal mining years.

Chapter Arts Centre
The primary venue for 'alternative' theatre and arts, there is also an art-house cinema here.

Music, Pubs, Nightclubs, Eating out etc. in Cardiff
An on-line guide to evening events and venues in and around Cardiff

Llanerch Vineyard
Believe it or not Wales has its very own vineyard, a short bus journey away from Cardiff.

Rhondda Heritage Park
Outdoor museum of Welsh coal mining life, includes a trip to the bottom of a real working mine

Dyffryn Gardens
A stately home and gardens open all year round with most weekends having special events

Welsh International Climbing Centre
A large country park, which includes an impressive indoor climbing centre. Techniquest The UK's leading science discovery centre is a very 'hands on' museum with plenty for families to enjoy, set in Cardiff Bay.

Learn the Welsh Language
Although everyone in Wales speaks English, twenty per cent of the population also speak Welsh. You will not need to know Welsh in order to live and study in Wales, but if you are interested you can find a free on-line Welsh course on: A Welsh Course (http://www.cs.brown.edu/fun/welsh/home.html)

History of Wales

The Local Landscape