- Monday to Friday: 09:00–16:30
- Saturday & Bank Holidays: 10:30–16:30
- Last entry: 16:00
The building may open earlier or stay open later for visitors attending Plenary sessions or committee meetings.
Please note that opening hours, guided tours, exhibitions and access to parts of the building may be changed at short notice because of Parliamentary business.
The Senedd is located in Cardiff Bay. You can get here on foot, by bike, public transport or by car.
Bike
There are two locations for cycle parking on the estate, near the Pierhead and Tŷ Hywel entrances.
You can find details of local cycle routes on Cardiff walking and cycling map.
Bus
The Wales Millennium Centre bus stop is a 3 minute walk from the entrance to the Senedd. Visitors can use the following bus services:
- 6 Baycar, 8 and 305 from Cardiff Bus Interchange, Central Square
- 305 from Dinas Powys via Penarth
- 1 & 2 City Circle service
You can find details of routes and times at Cardiff Bus.
Train
The Cardiff Bay station is a 10-minute walk from the entrance to the Senedd. Services run from Pontypridd and Cardiff Queen Street Station.
For more information head to the Traveline website.
Road
From the West, leave the M4 at junction 33, follow the A4232 to Cardiff Bay and follow signposts to Welsh Parliament, CF99 1SN.
From the East, leave the M4 at Junction 29, follow the A48 and then A4232 to Cardiff Bay and follow signposts to Welsh Parliament, CF99 1SN.
Accessible Car Parking
Accessible parking is available, by prior arrangement.
In the case of visitors who are attending meetings with Members of the Senedd, Welsh Ministers or officials, arrangements should be made with their offices.
In the case of visitors attending Plenary meetings, committee meetings or pre-arranged visits to the Senedd, parking can be arranged by contacting us.
There is an external lift available for disabled visitors at our accessible parking area outside the Senedd.
A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is usually required together with information about the vehicle and driver. Visitors must display their blue badge on arrival.
Car Parking
The nearest car park, the Q-Park multi-storey on Pierhead Street, is a 4-minute walk from the Senedd entrance. A discount can be applied to pre-bookings using the code ‘SEN’. On-street, pay and display parking may be available on Harbour Drive or there is a pay and display car park off Stuart Street.
Coach Parking
Please contact us for a map showing coach drop-off points.
Taxi
Taxi ranks are situated across the city, including outside Cardiff Central railway station. The nearest taxi rank to the Senedd estate is on Bute Street, near Mermaid Quay.
As we are a working Parliament, all visitors must go through a security scan and bag search before they are able to enter the building. This process is similar to airport-style screening and is carried out by our trained security staff.
Usually, this should only take a few minutes but please allow approximately 15 minutes. There may be a short queue outside the building prior to entering.
Please minimise any belongings you bring with you into the building. Find out what you can and can’t bring to the Senedd.
In the event of an emergency evacuation, the Senedd estate will sound a fire alarm. A member of staff will guide you to your nearest exit.
The Senedd is fully accessible with step-free access, lifts, accessible toilets and hearing loop systems. We provide:
- Dedicated provision for wheelchair users in the public viewing galleries.
- Accessible parking (by prior arrangement).
- A Changing Places facility with an adult changing bed and hoist.
- Signage in Welsh, English and Braille.
If you require additional assistance, particularly during emergency evacuations, we can create a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) for you. Please contact us before you arrive.
Our tours are inclusive of a range of diverse visitor requirements, for more information please contact us.
Our virtual tour can be used to explore the Senedd ahead of your visit.
Our quieter visiting days are Saturdays and Mondays. We have a quiet room that visitors are welcome to use.
Our resources can help you understand what sensory experiences to expect during your visit to the Senedd.
Children can enjoy a play area with toys, sensory play and a giant floor map of Wales.
Pick up the free Senedd Explorer Trail, designed for 5-7 year-olds to discover key features of the building in a fun, interactive way.
The Senedd café is the first in Wales accredited by the Kids in Museums Family Café Standard, a mark of excellence for welcoming, family-focused cafés in cultural spaces. The cafe offers:
- Bottle warming
- High chairs
- Nearby baby changing facilities and a family bathroom
Two quiet rooms are available.
Two quiet rooms are available for use as prayer rooms. Prayer mats are available.
If the metal detecting arch detects something metal, staff will use a hand-held detector to scan your body. You may request a same-gender security guard to perform this task.
Kirpans must be deposited with the Security team on arrival. Visitors will be provided with a substitute miniature kirpan for the duration of your visit. You will be allocated a unique identification number to ensure you are provided with the correct kirpan upon your return.
At the Senedd, you’ll find:
- Café with locally sourced food and drink.
- Gift shop featuring Welsh-made products.
- A range of toilet facilities including baby changing, gender neutral and Changing Places facility with an adult changing bed and hoist.
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Free water fountain.
- First aid room with a defibrillator.
Please note we do not have a cloakroom facility.
Have a question before your visit? Get in touch with our team, we’re happy to help.
