Royal Arcade in Cardiff
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Royal Arcade in Cardiff offers a delightful shopping experience with its beautifully preserved Victorian architecture and ornate designs. This charming arcade boasts an array of independent shops, specialty stores, and quaint boutiques, perfect for those in search of unique finds. The atmosphere is both relaxed and sophisticated, making it an ideal spot for leisurely strolls and casual browsing. Exceptional customer service can be found at the coffee shop, where the superb staff ensures a top-notch experience. With an impressive average Google rating of 4.6, Royal Arcade is a must-visit for anyone exploring Cardiff.
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Wheelchair accessible
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Piękny Royal Arcade, najstarsza pasażowa galeria handlowa w Cardiff, powstała w 1858 roku i do dziś zachowuje swój charakter dzięki licznym oryginalnym elementom architektonicznym oraz wyjątkowym lokalnym sklepom. Konstrukcja biegnie przez około sto metrów, łącząc ulice St Mary Street oraz The Hayes i charakteryzuje się przeszkleniem kryjącym niemal całą szerokość i długość pasażu – dzięki temu wnętrze wypełnione jest naturalnym światłem. Styl galerii odwołuje się do epoki wiktoriańskiej – jej fasada z polichromowanego piaskowca i czerwonej cegły, ozdobiona pilastrami, tworzy eleganckie i lekko neogotyckie wrażenie. Wnętrza zachowały oryginalne, drewniane fronty sklepów (np. nr 29–32 przy St Mary Street) oraz klasyczne okna weneckie na pierwszym piętrze, które przeszły gruntowną renowację. Odrestaurowano je podczas kosztownego remontu prowadzonego w latach 2007–2008 przez firmę Helical Bar, która przeznaczyła około 30 milionów funtów na rewitalizację Royal i Morgan Arcade. W galerii wydarzyły się różne barwne epizody — od przypadkowej „inwazji” byków w 1862 roku, które w euforii rozbiły szybki w sklepie z wyplatanym koszem, po niecodzienne przygody: palmistka skazana za fałszerstwo listów w 1904 roku, zastępników binocularów jako rekwizytów wojennych w czasie II wojny światowej. Współcześnie, za drzwiami dawnego sklepu David Morgan, skrywają się również ukryte przestrzenie: zakamarki galerii nad sklepami, zakominowane tunele oraz dawne warsztaty i zaplecza, które tylko nieliczni mieli okazję zobaczyć.

Interesting shops. Nice old shopping arcade.

One of Cardiff's quaint Victorian shopping arcades. Plenty of clothing and footwear outlets to be found although it is less grand than it was in the past. I spent some time in one of the very few specialist camera shops left anywhere. Camera Centre. Still the place to head for if you are serious about photography. There is an amazing bespoke shoe shop and even a small shop selling Redwing shoes. Rather nice for a mooch.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Royal Arcade?Royal Arcade is located at Royal Arcade, CF10 1AE, Cardiff, United Kingdom.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Lower St. Mary Street JS (109 m walk)
- Bus stop Hayes Bridge Road JH (224 m walk)
- Bus stop Royal Hotel KJ (128 m walk)
- Bus stop Canal Street JF (159 m walk)
- Bus stop Westgate Street KF (245 m walk)
- How is Royal Arcade rated by visitors?Royal Arcade has an average rating of 4.6 based on 734 reviews across platforms such as Google.
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