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Cardiff Private Walking Tour with a Local

56 Reviews 4.77 out of 5 stars Based on 56 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Cardiff, United Kingdom
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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

2 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
and 2 more
French, Spanish
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Overview

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Cardiff through the eyes of a local.

With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would.

Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.

What's Included

  • Customized private walking tour
  • Private walking tour with a Lokafyer (local host)
  • Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Optional activity costs
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

The Hayes
St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 1GA, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Cardiff
UK

Flexible- tours may end at a different location in the city unless requested otherwise.

What To Expect

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Lokafy tours provide a general overview of the city with practical information from a local’s perspective, not detailed historical facts
  • In case travellers would like to include a visit to an attraction, they would need to cover the cost of entrance for themselves and also the Lokafyer (local guide)
  • Tours are entirely personalized, please provide the start time, meeting place and information about you so that we can organize the tour

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cardiff Private Walking Tour with a Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-86919P75

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Customized private walking tour
  • Private walking tour with a Lokafyer (local host)
  • Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Optional activity costs
  • Food and drinks
  • Local transportation (this is a walking tour, no transport provided)
  • Entrance fees (if you choose to visit paid attractions)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Lokafy tours provide a general overview of the city with practical information from a local’s perspective, not detailed historical facts
  • In case travellers would like to include a visit to an attraction, they would need to cover the cost of entrance for themselves and also the Lokafyer (local guide)
  • Tours are entirely personalized, please provide the start time, meeting place and information about you so that we can organize the tour
  • This is a walking tour. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children below 3 years old are free of charge
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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