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Discover Cardiff's rich LGBTQ+ History: A 90-Minute Walking Tour
Step into the vibrant, diverse world of Cardiff’s LGBTQ+ community with our unique 90-minute walking tour. Wander through the heart of the city as we uncover hidden stories, legendary figures, and key landmarks that have shaped queer life both past and present. From the historic sites of protest and organisation to modern-day spaces of pride and community, this tour reveals the layers of Cardiff’s LGBTQ+ history, culture, and activism.
Along the way, we’ll dive into captivating facts, folklore, and even a few spicy rumours, painting a vivid picture of why Cardiff is a city with a powerful queer legacy. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this experience offers a fresh perspective on the city through the lens of its LGBTQ+ heritage.
Perfect for history buffs, travellers, or anyone curious about the thriving queer culture in Wales’ capital, this tour promises a fun, insightful, and inspiring adventure.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The Queer Emporium is located at the entrance to The Royal Arcade on St Mary's Street. It is a short walk from Cardiff Central Station (3 minutes) and Cardiff Bus Station (1 minute). Feel free to come into the shop and grab a coffee, hot chocolate or tea or gather outside in our street cafe.
Itinerary
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1Cardiff Castle
We pass the Castle Grounds and find out about it's secret LGBTQ+ past.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Find out about the oldest LGBTQ+ Venue in Wales!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Find out about this award winning LGBTQ+ venue!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Cardiff
Walking around the centre of Cardiff we will pass historic landmarks like the oldest gay bar in Wales, sites where the signatures were gathered to further LGBTQ+ rights in wales and famous landmarks that started Cardiff's burgeoning drag scene.
1 hour • 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
- Not recommended for travellers who are not prepared to walk around Cardiff at a leisurely pace.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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