Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–2h
- Price from
- $20 / person
- Location
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Meeting point
- This tour starts in front of the Wales Millennium Centre. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Description
Cardiff has a reputation as the home of Bad Wolf Studios and the city with ties to the Torchwood spin-off TV show. It’s also known as the beating heart of the Doctor Who cinematic universe: The Whoniverse. On this Cardiff Bay walking tour, you’ll experience the city’s vibrant culture, discover its rich history, and explore its status as the Doctor’s gateway into time and space. You’ll explore streets made famous by Doctor Who, Torchwood, and other productions. I’ll point out specific filming locations and explain how the film and television industry has become Wales’ fastest-growing economic sector. By the end of this tour, you’ll appreciate just how important Cardiff Bay has been for the filming of Doctor Who and Torchwood over the years. You’ll also have seen first-hand the key locations and learned a little bit about what was going through the minds of their writers and producers.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $20
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Wales Millennium Centre
We will start the tour close to Wales' premier entertainment venue in Cardiff Bay. Hear all about the architecture of this extraordinary building and the different television productions that have used this as a filming location.
We'll pass by the Coal Exchange building in the historic trading centre of Cardiff Bay. There will be an opportunity to pause the tour and enter this key filming location.
The tour presents the opportunity to enter one of Cardiff Bay's original historic pubs. A proper old school boozer in the heart of the bay with friendly staff and a warm welcome.
Cardiff Bay Wetland Reserve
Strolling through Cardiff Bay Wetlands Reserve will take you away from the built environment giving you the chance to listen to nature and learn a little about what this area once meant for the local residents during the Industrial Revolution.
Pierhead Building
After examining the outside of this decorative and historic landmark on Cardiff Bay Waterfront you will have the chance to pop inside and enjoy its decorative Victorian tiles and watch a local history film. (Opening times dependent).
Ianto's Shrine
No tour of television locations in Cardiff Bay would be complete without a visit to Ianto's Shrine. Find out how this shrine came to be and what it means to the Torchwood fans of today.
Senedd
We will pass by Senedd Wales Parliament government building on Cardiff Bay Waterfront where you can enjoy its modern architecture and learn about the television productions that used this space as a filming location. Entrance is free subject to opening days and times.
Norwegian Church Arts Centre
Our tour will end at the historic Norwegian Church on Cardiff Bay waterfront. You will have the opportunity to finish your tour in its coffee shop subject to opening times and hours.
What's included
Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Cardiff
- Starting price $20 is 70% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in Cardiff
Excurgo comparison of 116 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour take?
Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour lasts about 1h 30min–2h. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour cost?
Prices start at $20 per person for this Cardiff experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This tour starts in front of the Wales Millennium Centre. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse: A Self-Guide Audio Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VoiceMap Audio Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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