Overview:
Cardiff is the capital and largest city in Wales. More than that, it’s also the most popular tourist destination in all of Wales and a great getaway for a hen party weekend. There is much to see and do in this culturally diverse, cosmopolitan city.

Getting Around:
A practical mode of transportation for any hen do is the city’s buses and trains. Various passes cover the day for unlimited travel. Trains leave from Cardiff Central and Queen Street. To get out of the city for a day in the countryside, get a pass for unlimited travel in Southeast Wales. During warmer months, the water bus provides a unique vehicle to get your hen party from the Millenium Stadium area to Cardiff Bay.

Must See/Must Do:
• Cardiff Castle – A 2000 year old castle in the center of the city, Cardiff Castle has a spectacular guided tour of the gilded 19th century royal apartments and their contents. Enjoy a hen weekend picnic on the grounds. Ah, splendour!
• Mermaid Quay – Stroll the waterfront entertainment centre and choose from one of its fine restaurants, bars and cafes. The Quay is home to Glee Club, one of Britain’s best comedy clubs.
• Millennium Centre – A world-renowned performing arts and cultural center sure to add a little sophistication to any Hen Party in Cardiff with its theatre and dance offerings.
• The Penderyn Distillery – Take a tour of this award-winning distillery that also happens to be one of the highest quality in the world.
• Cardiff Mardi Gras – Always fun, no matter your orientation. Definitely a fun-filled day out on a hen do.

History and Culture:
Cardiff has officially been the Welsh capital since the 1950s but its industrial roots sink deeper. The city has been transforming in recent years to style itself more as a European capital. Sports are very popular in Cardiff and the Millennium Stadium plays host to world-class events. The stadium will play a part in the 2012 London Olympic Games.

Shopping:
Of course you’re going to shop on your Hen Do in Cardiff and the city's offerings will not disappoint. Head over to the glass-roofed Victorian and Edwardian High Street Arcades for specialty shops or Mermaid Quay for independent boutiques. Pick up souvenirs to take home from your hen party at Castle Welsh Crafts. Music lovers will enjoy a browse through Spillers Records, established in 1894. Don’t worry, the wax phonograph cylinders have given way to modern mediums and the store has a varied selection of alternative and local bands.

Nightlife:
Cardiff is reputed to have the most pubs per square foot of any locale in Britain. For your Hen Do in Cardiff, this is very good news. St. Mary’s Street, Greyfriars and Mill Lane offer very popular nightlife districts. The Yard resides in an 18th century brewery and vodka bar Moloko is another hen night must-visit. Also check out Wish Club on Church Street for top DJs and big crowds. Mermaid Quay is a great stop for lower-key entertainment on a Cardiff Hen Do.

Eating & Drinking:
Eating is a wonderful experience in Cardiff. Like the nightlife, Cardiff’s cuisine is varied and dynamic. Many fine eating establishments are located in the St. Mary’s Street downtown area and Mermaid Quay. While in Wales it is imperative to try Welsh cuisine. The Armless Dragon is a fine example of Welsh food at its best and Le Gallois offers a unique variation on the traditional.