Audio guide to Cardiff Bay’s Whoniverse film locations

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Cardiff Bay is the beating heart of the Doctor Who universe. This walking tour reveals exactly why.Starting at the Wales Millennium Centre, you'll explore the streets, waterfront, and hidden corners that have doubled as alien worlds, Parisian galleries, and Torchwood's headquarters. You'll walk through Butetown, along Windsor Esplanade, and into the Cardiff Bay Wetlands before finishing on the bustling waterfront.Along the way, you'll discover how CGI transformed familiar Bay locations into iconic scenes. You'll visit Ianto's shrine, step inside the Welsh Parliament, and find the spots where the Doctor's companions ate breakfast, had dinner, and said their goodbyes.Cardiff's wider story is woven in too. The industrial history of this once-thriving docklands area, the site where the world's first million-pound cheque was signed, and how Wales became one of the fastest-growing film and television economies in the world.Your guide is a licensed tourist guide and founder of her own Wales-based tour company. She blends history, humour, and sharp storytelling to bring every location to life, with an eye for the details that guidebooks miss.The tour uses GPS technology to trigger commentary automatically as you walk. Download it in advance, and it works fully offline, so there's no need to worry about signal along the waterfront.Move at your own pace. The Bay's stories play out around you as you walk.
Highlights
- It’s a TV and film walking tour through Cardiff
- You will see filming spots from Doctor Who around the city
- There will be a visit to Ianto’s Shrine from Torchwood
- You will take a boat from Mermaid Quay seen on screen
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Activity package
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Facilities
mobile
Available in English
What's included
- Audio-guided tour
- Audio guide
- Downloadable APP
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where you'll meet
This self-guided audio tour starts at Torchwood Tower. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Operated by
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Important information
Accessibility:
* This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users
Know in advance:
* Simple instructions are emailed upon booking
* Download the tour in advance using strong WiFi
* Works offline via GPS with no data needed during the tour
* Flexible start time with the option to pause and resume anytime
Remember to bring:
* Smartphone and headphones
* Comfortable walking shoes
* Suitable clothing after checking the weather