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The Animal Wall – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

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The Animal Wall – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

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The Animal Wall – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

01:23

5.44km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.08 km

Red Dragon Sculpture at Cardiff Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Located in the courtyard. In any case, inform in advance whether events such as concerts are taking place. Then the inner courtyard is closed

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2.27 km

Cardiff Arcades

Highlight • Structure

Cardiff is known as the City of Arcades in the UK

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2.38 km

Castle Arcade

Highlight • Rest Area

"Constructed between 1882 and 1889, Castle Arcade is home to an eclectic mix of independent stores including French café Madame Fromage, Portuguese bakery Nata and Co, bar Gin and Juice, …

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3.53 km

The Animal Wall

Highlight • Monument

The best view of the the Animal Wall is at the southern boundary of the park from Castle Street.

The carving of the animals began in the late 1880s. Architect …

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3.62 km

Bute Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A total of 56 hectares of park right in the city by the river and the castle. There are many hiking opportunities.

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4.03 km

The Summerhouse Café

Highlight • Cafe

"The Summerhouse cafe offers a wide selection of locally sourced drinks and snacks. The outdoor seating area provides views of the Herbaceous Border. The café is popular with families with …

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5.44 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.10 km

2.07 km

152 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.60 km

2.21 km

592 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 1 September

22°C

16°C

93 %

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The Animal Wall – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

Red Dragon Sculpture at Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Arcades

Castle Arcade

The Animal Wall

Bute Park

The Summerhouse Café

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