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Evening

Cardiff Bay Golden Hour

A short walk from the Norwegian Church to catch the sun dipping below the horizon, followed by a cozy dinner and a final drink.

Best time: 16:32About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:17

    Quantum Coffee Roasters

    Grab a coffee or tea to keep warm as the light fades.

  2. 16:27

    The Norwegian Church

    Walk to the Norwegian Church. It sits next to the Assembly and offers a quiet, historic backdrop for the view.

  3. 16:32

    Pierhead building

    Head to the Pierhead building. This is the prime spot to watch the sun set toward the SW, casting a warm glow on the water and the building’s distinctive architecture.

  4. 17:02

    The Sultan

    Dinner at The Sultan. Enjoy Mediterranean dishes as the evening sets in.

  5. 17:47

    Lookout Cafe and Bar

    Finish the night with a drink at the Lookout Cafe and Bar. It stays open late, making it a perfect end to the evening.

Local tip

The walk between the Norwegian Church and the Pierhead is short and straightforward. If you prefer a quicker coffee, Quantum Coffee Roasters is a seven-minute walk away.

Check before you go

  • Quantum Coffee Roasters closes at 18:00 on Sundays, so arrive before then if visiting on a weekend.
  • The Sultan is open from 09:00 to 23:00, so it is available for your post-sunset dinner.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cardiff (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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