Timeline
15:32
Visit the National Museum Cardiff. The 19th-century French art collection is best viewed in the softening light of the late afternoon. The Evolution of Wales section is also great for a quick break.
16:02
Walk to Pen & Wig for a pint of real ale or a coffee in the beer garden. It is a pleasant traditional pub just three minutes from the museum, offering a relaxed spot to wait for the light to change.
16:32
Return to the museum grounds or a nearby window for the sunset view. The sun sets toward the SW, casting a warm glow over the city's architecture.
17:17
End the evening with a coffee or a drink at Quantum Coffee Roasters in Cardiff Bay. It is a short walk from the Pierhead building area, where you can enjoy the night lights reflecting on the water.
Local tip
The museum is open until 17:00 on weekdays, so you have plenty of time to explore the galleries before the sunset moment.
Check before you go
- National Museum Cardiff is open Tu-Su 10:00-17:00.
- Pen & Wig is open Su-Th 12:00-23:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cardiff (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).