• The Hayes - Located in the heart of modern Cardiff’s central street, The Hayes is now a high-end shopping destination. Historically, it was known for its notorious housing courts, which were often linked to the spread of disease.
• House of Fraser - Currently a prominent department store, this site has a rich history, having once been home to a chapel and an execution site.
• Cardiff Central Market - Serving as the vibrant hub of daily life in the city, Cardiff Central Market has a storied past. The current market is known for more than meets the eye.
• Cardiff Castle - As the city’s centerpiece and its oldest structure, Cardiff Castle is renowned for being the most haunted building in Cardiff. It also previously functioned as the town’s main prison.
• Womanby Street - Womanby Street is a unique example of a Norse-named street in the Welsh capital, with a history spanning up to 1,000 years. Over the centuries, it has been associated with immigration, prostitution, crime, and slums.
• St John’s Church - As Cardiff’s second oldest building, St John’s Church has been a significant landmark throughout the town’s history, linked to hauntings, graveyards, and much more.

• Experienced native English speaking guide

• Bottled water
• Snacks
• Gratuities

The Cardiff Dark Side Tour reveals a different perspective of the Welsh capital.

Cardiff is famous for its castle and rugby stadium, both symbols of the Bute family’s legacy and the coal export industry. Yet, beneath this success lies a shadowy past filled with hangings, executions, graveyards, and disease.

Many seemingly ordinary spots in central Cardiff, which people pass by daily, might have once been sites of executions or slums.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.