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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

01:36

6.25km

30m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 7, 2026

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922 m

The Summerhouse Café

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"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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1.73 km

Cardiff Arcades

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Cardiff is known as the City of Arcades in the UK

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1.83 km

Castle Arcade

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"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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2.69 km

Wyndham Arcade

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This Edwardian arcade is home to restaurants, cafes and specialist shops.

"Built in 1887, Wyndham arcade runs from St Mary Street to Mill Lane. Now a bustling street of activity, …

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4.16 km

Queen Street Carousel

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Queen Street is one of Cardiff's most popular shopping destinations. It is completely pedestrianised and lined with a great array of retail shops, cafés, and restaurants.

The street gained its …

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4.82 km

The Animal Wall

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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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