Cardiff city and districts
Singles in and around Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Bay is the city's waterfront, with a barrage, a lively Mermaid Quay and the Wales Millennium Centre on the water. For a first date there's a walk along the Barrage, a wander around the Roald Dahl Plass, or a drink on the quayside. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Cardiff Bay
Three easy places to meet someone new in Cardiff Bay. Check opening times before you go.
Cardiff Barrage
A long waterside walk across the barrage with views over the bay and out to the estuary. Free, flat and good for a slow stroll.
Wales Millennium Centre and Roald Dahl Plass
The big arts centre and open square at the heart of the bay. Free to wander around, but shows are ticketed, so check before you go.
Mermaid Quay
A waterfront row of cafés, bars and restaurants overlooking the bay. Easy, public and lively in the evening.
Around Cardiff Bay
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Cardiff Bay, Butetown, Grangetown and Splott.
Getting there: Buses run from Cardiff city centre to Cardiff Bay, and it is an easy walk or cycle along the river from Grangetown and the centre.
Go Cardiff Dating covers the whole Cardiff area, so you can join from Cardiff Bay and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Cardiff Bay
What is a good first date in Cardiff Bay?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk along the Barrage, a wander around the Roald Dahl Plass and a drink on Mermaid Quay. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Cardiff Bay?
Buses run from Cardiff city centre to Cardiff Bay, and it is an easy walk or cycle along the river from Grangetown and the centre.
Can I join Go Cardiff Dating from Cardiff Bay?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Cardiff Dating covers the whole Cardiff area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Cardiff Bay?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.