Mermaid Quay, Waterfront shopping and leisure complex in Cardiff Bay, Wales
Mermaid Quay is a waterfront complex in Cardiff Bay with numerous restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops spread across its area. The design creates an open space where visitors and locals move freely between dining and leisure venues.
It began in the late 1990s as part of a major redevelopment of Cardiff's former docklands into a modern leisure area. The project marked a shift from industrial activity to public recreation and retail use.
The Glee Club operates here as a dedicated space for comedy performances with local and international acts. This reflects how the place has become a cultural hub for entertainment and social gathering.
A nearby car park with automatic number plate recognition offers convenient parking without traditional tickets. The entire complex is laid out on a level surface, making it easy to walk around and explore all venues.
A barrage transformed what were once muddy tidal areas into a freshwater lake that now surrounds the site. This landscape change made the entire location viable as a public recreation space.
Website: http://mermaidquay.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.46360,-3.16504
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24
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