Welcome to the Senedd

Find out about exhibitions, activities, tours and events happening in the Senedd and Pierhead. 

Opening times - the Senedd and Pierhead 

Monday – Friday: 09.00 - 16.30  

Weekends and bank holidays: 10.30 - 16.30  

Last entry is 16.00  

Admission is free

  

The Senedd building is open before and after usual opening times to accommodate visitors viewing Plenary, committees and other Senedd business.  

We are looking forward to opening the Siambr Viewing Gallery when the work to expand the Siambr is complete. During this time, while it is closed, Members will instead meet for Plenary in Siambr Hywel. This means that the capacity for viewing Plenary will be lower, the route of tours will be different to normal, and there may be construction noises.

Where can I find information about changes to Members, the voting system, and new constituencies for the 2026 election?

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Summer at the Senedd

Join us at the Senedd this summer for a lineup of exciting activities! 19 July to 31 August 2025. Free entry.

Tiger Bay and the Docks: 1880s – 1950s

In partnership with The Heritage and Cultural Exchange, three new displays have been created in the Pierhead that give visitors a glimpse into life in Tiger Bay and the docks from the 1880s – 1950s.
Close-up view of a traditional, ornately decorated caravan with a green exterior. The image focuses on an open window with floral-patterned curtains tied back, revealing part of the interior. The caravan features intricate gold and red designs on the wood. Close-up view of a traditional, ornately decorated caravan with a green exterior. The image focuses on an open window with floral-patterned curtains tied back, revealing part of the interior. The caravan features intricate gold and red designs on the wood. Close-up view of a traditional, ornately decorated caravan with a green exterior. The image focuses on an open window with floral-patterned curtains tied back, revealing part of the interior. The caravan features intricate gold and red designs on the wood. Close-up view of a traditional, ornately decorated caravan with a green exterior. The image focuses on an open window with floral-patterned curtains tied back, revealing part of the interior. The caravan features intricate gold and red designs on the wood.

Wanderlust

The Wanderlust photography project aims to capture the rich and vibrant culture of the Gypsy and Traveller community through the camera lens. Dates: 3 June - 28 August 2025.
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Rooted in Our Dhaqan

This summer, the Senedd is proud to host Rooted in Our Dhaqan, a new exhibition created by Hayaat Women Trust and Al Naaem magazine. The project is a powerful tribute to the strength, resilience, and beauty of Somali heritage. Dates: 22 July - 1 September 2025.
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Senedd Shop & Cafe

Sit back and enjoy the brilliant views of Cardiff Bay while enjoying a coffee! Our café offers a range of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, and snacks.

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Activities for Children

The Senedd has a play area for children complete with toys, sensory play and a large map of Wales. We also have a range of activities for children during school holidays, and a Senedd explorer trail to keep little ones entertained all year round.

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Senedd Tours and Talks

There are a number of Tours and Talks available to learn more about the Senedd and to enhance your visit.
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Senedd buildings

The Senedd

Home of the committees and the main business of the Senedd including Plenary meetings
The Pierhead

The Pierhead

The old harbourmaster's office in the heart of Cardiff Bay.

Tŷ Hywel

The offices of the Senedd where Members and Senedd Commission Staff are based
Colwyn Bay

North Wales Office

The Senedd North Wales Office is at Sarn Mynach, Llandudno Junction.

Designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour and Partners, this building embodies democratic values of openness and participation.

The transparency of the building allows you to enjoy a lot from the outside but come inside to learn more about how the Welsh Parliament represents the people of Wales. 

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