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Private Doctor Who Cardiff City Walking Tour

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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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

  • References from up to 75 Episodes
  • Scenes and locations from every series and Doctor since 2005
  • Native English Speaking Private Guide
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1-3 Castle Street
Cardiff CF10 1BS, UK

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End point

Saint John Street
Cardiff CF10 1GJ, UK

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.

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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...
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City 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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National 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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cardiff University

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.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Peace and Health

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Friary

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Principality 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...
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Westgate Street

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Saint Mary Street

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

HOUSE OF FRASER

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St John The Baptist City Parish Church

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...
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Doctor Who Cardiff City Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • References from up to 75 Episodes
  • Scenes and locations from every series and Doctor since 2005
  • Native English Speaking Private Guide
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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