Roald Dahl Plass, Public plaza in Cardiff Bay, Wales
Roald Dahl Plass is a public plaza in Cardiff Bay featuring an oval water basin with polished steel sculptures framing a central tower structure at the northern entrance. The area offers wide walkways and gentle slopes that make the entire space easy to navigate on foot.
The plaza opened in 2000 on the site of the former Bute West Dock after the harbor area was redeveloped. The name was chosen in 2002 to honor the famous author Roald Dahl, who was born in Cardiff.
The plaza is named after Cardiff-born author Roald Dahl and connects major Welsh institutions like the Wales Millennium Centre and the Senedd building. This proximity makes it a natural gathering point for visitors exploring cultural venues.
The plaza is well served by buses and rail, with multiple routes connecting directly to Cardiff Bay Station. Visitors find generously designed, level pathways that easily accommodate wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Beneath the plaza runs an old harbor access road that remains hidden, keeping the surface completely free for pedestrians. This concealed structure allows the space to function as an uninterrupted gathering area.
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