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Cardiff has been the heart and soul of modern Doctor Who ever since the show's regeneration in 2005. Whether it's supposed to be Victorian London, World War 2 era Berlin or even modern day Washington DC, Cardiff is always there. Join this two hour tour of Cardiff city centre and discover locations and landmarks from up to 75 episodes across 20 filming sites from every series and Doctor of NuWho.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet outside the front entrance of Cardiff Castle on Castle St, in the open space next to the the castle's entrance. Just look out for the green shirt or umbrella.
We finish in the heart of the city centre, by St. John's Church and Cardiff Market, only a short walk from where we originally began the tour.
Itinerary
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Cardiff Castle (Pass by)
Cardiff Castle is the centre piece of the city, and the historical point from which the city of Cardiff emerged. It has also featured in Doctor Who occasionally, from Rebel Flesh in Series 6 to Heaven Sent in Series 10 and even potrays the Great Wall of China...
Admission ticket free -
1City Hall
Cardiff City Hall has become one of the most used Cardiff buildings in Doctor Who in recent years, featuring as numerous incarnations from the White House to the Shadow Proclamation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2National Museum Cardiff
Arguably the most used buildings in all of modern Doctor Who, the National Museum of Wales regularly, perhaps unsurprisingly, portrays just that, a museum, on numerous occasions.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The Main building of Cardiff University has popped up sporadically over the years, but becomes a regular fixture as St. Luke's University in Series 10. Additionally, the Glamorgan Building of Cardiff University is one of the most frequently filmed buildings in Doctor Who history.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
From a Pompeiian temple to Nazi Germany, Cardiff's Temple of Peace is a staple of the early years of NuWho, particularly its iconic Marble Hall.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
This innocuous side street of central Cardiff plays a bigger role in Doctor Who than one might realise, especially in a couple of well known and significant stories from series 3.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Principality Stadium Tours
Wales' modern day iconic landmark has also played a role in Doctor Who history, although usually not as a stadium. Not only has the Principality played a role over the years but also the streets around it, including Quay St and Westgate St...
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7
Westgate St plays home to one of the most famous streets from the history of Doctor Who's time in Cardiff. A key sequence from Face the Raven occurs where you least expect in central Cardiff.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Cardiff's central nightlife strip has appeared consistently over the years, from early Christmas specials like Runaway Bride all the way up to the present day in The Church on Road Road.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
The old House of Fraser or even older Howell's Department Store has been a regular fixture of Doctor Who, from the first episode in 2005, Rose, through to even the most recent stories.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
Finally, we finish off in the centre of town at St. John the Baptist Church, which features one of Cardiff's most unexpected hidden decorations...
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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