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Cardiff Castle vs Llandaff Cathedral

Both are recommended by writers. Overall, Cardiff Castle ranks significantly higher than Llandaff Cathedral. Cardiff Castle comes in at #1 in Cardiff with accolades from 8 reviews including Atlas Obscura, Michelin Guide and Afar Magazine.

Cardiff Castle
Cardiff Castle
9 / 10
Castle St., Cardiff CF10 3RB, Wales
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A higgledy-piggledy mishmash of styles, from austere Norman keep to over-the-top Victorian mansion, Cardiff Castle is an odd but beguiling place." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"There's a medieval keep at its heart, but it's the later additions that capture the imagination of many visitors." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If you are getting hungry while visiting Cardiff castle, look no further than the lobby cafe. " Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Roman soldiers slept here, noble knights held court here, and the Bute family, with extraordinary wealth and vision, transformed the Castle into a romantic Victorian fantasy. " Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Visiting with kids can be a challenge as the stairs to the top of the keep are really steep. Extra attention is needed. The top offers you great views of the castle's courtyard." Full review
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Llandaff Cathedral
Llandaff Cathedral
8 / 10
The Cathedral Green, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2YF, Wales
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The cathedral includes the work of a number of Pre-Raphaelites as well as Christ in Majesty, a 15-foot-tall aluminum figure by sculptor Jacob Epstein (1880–1959). " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This venerable cathedral is set in a hollow near the River Taff, on the site of a 6th-century monastery founded by St Teilo." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Cardiff Cathedral was built between 1120 and 1280 but fell into decay after the Reformation. The chancel is now separated from the nave by a concrete arch." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This cathedral is in the tiny city of Llandaff, which stood just outside the western boundary of Cardiff until 1922, when it was made a part of the capital." Full review