Cardiff is a fantastic choice for a hen weekend, combining a lively city centre with great nightlife, plenty of places to eat and lots to see and do. From cocktail bars and bottomless brunches to adrenaline-fuelled activities and historic sights, there’s something to suit every group. With everything relatively close together, it’s easy to explore the city on foot before heading out for an evening of drinks, dancing and celebrations.
When you fancy escaping the city, the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan is close by, with countryside walks, coastal adventures and sandy beaches all within easy reach.
Cocktail workshops with a difference! Smuggle your favourite tipples into this ‘prison’, where the “serving” mixologists will create a range of tailored cocktails. Be as creative as you can with your attempts to smuggle-in liquor. Alternatively, the crooked Guards are on your side and have a system for hiding contraband. Just make sure The Warden doesn’t catch you.
40 minutes from Cardiff, this Go Ape not only has treetop crossings and very fast zip wires, but they also have Go Ape’s biggest Tarzan swing. A free-fall jump that turns the stomach with a six-metre drop.
Cardiff Castle sits in the centre of the city, surrounded by beautiful parkland. Once a Roman fort, Norman stronghold and Victorian Gothic masterpiece, Cardiff Castle is well worth exploring.
Activity ideas: Champagne Cocktail Party, Dance classes, Tea parties, Cupcake class, Chocolate Tasting & making classes, Wine tasting, Make-over parties, Spa Days and more.
A popular Cardiff gastropub combining a relaxed restaurant, large bar and private dining space. The Windsor Room can accommodate groups of up to 24 seated, making it a good option for a hen party looking for somewhere to enjoy dinner and drinks together.
Fancy pizza? Head to Franco Manca in the heart of Cardiff for freshly made sourdough pizzas, prepared by hand using seasonal ingredients. The restaurant normally operates on a walk-in basis, but larger groups can book ahead.
For a lively Latin American feast, Las Iguanas is a fun choice for a hen weekend. Expect Mexican-inspired dishes, sharing plates and plenty of cocktails, with a vibrant atmosphere that’s perfect for getting the celebrations started. They also offer a bottomless brunch and cocktail deals.
Combine cocktails, food and a little friendly competition at Flight Club. As well as its Social Darts experience, the Cardiff venue has a rooftop terrace with cosy cabins, handcrafted cocktails, food and live music – a great spot for a hen party on a summer evening.
There are loads of other great places in Cardiff, let us know what sort of things you like and we can come up with some ideas.
We love Cardiff for hen weekends because you get the best of both worlds – a lively city packed with things to do, plus beautiful countryside and coastline right on the doorstep... The Acacia Team
June: Tafwyl Welsh Festival
A lively celebration of Welsh music, culture, food and drink, held in the grounds of Cardiff Castle.
June: Pride Cymru
A colourful weekend of live music, entertainment, food and celebrations across the city.
June-August: Cardiff Castle Summer Concerts
Enjoy live music from big-name artists in the spectacular setting of Cardiff Castle.
July: Cardiff Food & Drink Festival
A three-day festival in Cardiff Bay with street food, local producers, drinks, live music and plenty to sample.
November-January: Christmas Market & Winter Wonderland
Get into the festive spirit with the Christmas market, ice skating, fairground rides, food, drink and seasonal entertainment.
By Train:
Cardiff Central station is conveniently located in the city centre it is less than two hours from London. Transport for Wales Rail run services within Wales and from Manchester.
By Car:
Cardiff is easily accessible via the M4 motorway, which runs through the north of the city, with central London only a 3 hour drive away. From the Midlands, the North of England and Scotland it is a straightforward drive via the M6, M5 and M50/M4. From the South and South West of England the approach is by the M5 and M4. Access from West Wales is by the M4.
