Long before atriums and covered shopping centers became popular, shoppers during the Victorian era moved about under cover. These arcades are a prominent feature of Cardiff. In fact, Cardiff has more arcades than any other city in Britain.

For a real taste of Cardiff life, drop by the indoor market. This place sells traditional Welsh foods, including laverbread that is made from seaweed! Situated between High Street and Trinity Street, the Cardiff Central Market was constructed in 1891, but its roots go back more than 600 years. This gold, red, and green enclosed market is a must-see for visitors to the Cardiff area. Fresh produce, meats, candy, laverbread, cheeses, and baked goods can be found here. The market is also a place to bargain shop for jewelry, books, fabrics, and countless trinkets, as well as to have your palm read or your hair done. On the second floor, there is a gallery for public exhibitions.

Shop ‘til you drop! The shopping center in Cardiff is one of Britain’s finest and most compact. You can go from any point of the center to another without traipsing all over the city!

The Capital
CAPITOL Shopping attracts over 15 million shoppers a year with an eye for aspirational brands.Situated at the eastern end of the pedestrianised shopping area of Queen Street, CAPITOL Shopping sits beside major high street names, including M&S, Next, Zara and River Island. CAPITOL Shopping provides a variety of excellent food and drink offers in a relaxed and stylish environment.CAPITOL Shopping is a fashion paradise. Anchored by H&M ,it accommodates an electic mix of international brands including Kookai, Hobbs, Coast, Karen Millen, Oasis, Accessorize, Quiksilver, MAC, Fat Face and Dune all stand side by side to create an enviable fashion parade offering a high-quality mix with a modern, inviting and vibrant retail environment where
“Quality is key!”. With its own integral Car Park, CAPITOL Shopping is the “ First for Fashion ” in the city.

David Morgan Department Store
From the outside, this department store resembles a giant, stone chateau with its arched pediments, bay windows, black marble columns, and Corinthian capitals. The interior resembles a traditional department store and is divided into all the usual areas: ladies’ and men’s wear, home furnishings, furniture, and electronics. The store itself is laid out clearly and is very easy to negotiate. The atrium in the center that illuminates the escalators is a nice touch. For those who need a break, a coffee shop is available.

Debenhams
Connected to St. David’s Way Shopping Centre, Debenhams carries a wide variety of merchandise for the whole family. This contemporary structure, made out of concrete and glass, has the appearance of sitting very low to the ground. An outside colonnade runs from Debenhams to St. David’s. Shoppers are invited to take advantage of the on-premises café there.

James Howell and Company
Situated on Cardiff’s fashionable St. Mary’s Street, this impressive department store, complete with both Corinthian and Ionic columns and hardwood flooring, carries a wide variety of name brand apparel (DKNY, Versace, and Calvin Klein) nicely displayed throughout the store. In addition, James Howell carries kitchen goods, stationery, luggage, and house wares. Also available to customers is a sophisticated, on-premises café that has herringbone hardwood floors and bistro tables.
Established in Cardiff since 1904, Howells is Wales Largest department store. Retailing men’s, women’s and children’s aspirational fashion apparel, plus a full range of home accessories and furniture. Howells carries an extensive selection of exclusive designer brands, many not found elsewhere in Wales. Three restaurants, wig studio, a nail bar, hair salon and traditional foodhall make Howells the perfect one stop shopping destination.

Queens Arcade Shopping Centre
The entrance to Queen’s Arcade is spectacular – two staircases rising from different directions to meet on a second-story platform leading into the complex. From the outside, you can see into the spacious, light-filled common area of Queen’s Arcade via a large glass wall. Many of the high-end fashion stores, like Next and Argos, are located here, with several having direct access to the arcade itself. Queen’s Arcade also connects directly to St. David’s Centre.
Towering high above Queen Street, the dramatic glass entrance to Queens Arcade brings a modern new lookto Cardiff shopping.
We have over 40 stores including Animal, Foot Locker, New Look and Faith shoes. We also have a brand new Tony Pryce Sports, specialist sports shop and Bravissimo, lingerie/swimwear for big boobed women.
Pondering over that gift ideas - we have Argos, The Pier and Whittard. Having difficulty finding that special toy – don’t worry visit The Entertainer, Disney and Hawkins Bazaar. For someone special, look no further, Christopher George, F Hinds and HPJ Jewellers offer a fantastic choice. In fact you’ll find Queens Arcade can provide the answers to most of life’s little problems; well almost. We hope you’ll find Queens Arcade a real joy to shop in.

Royal & Morgan Arcade
The Royal Arcade dates back to the mid-19th century, giving it claim to the title of “Cardiff’s Oldest Arcade.” This partially enclosed, Victorian-style shopping area is home to some of Cardiff’s — perhaps even Wales’ — more upscale shopping destinations. This complex connects with the former David Morgan Department Store.
Your guaranteed a warm welcome at the Royal and Morgan Arcade this Christmas, home to over 50 specialist stores and our newly opened David Morgan Building we will delight you and inspire you with our range of unique gifts your be spoilt for choice. Discover
the best in fashion from specialists Woodies, Hawkes, Eden Park, Emma Somerset , TK Maxx and Moss Bros or alternatively for the technically minded visit the new Apple store or Borders Book to broaden your mind.
Whoever your buying for this Christmas, you’re bound to find something for even the hardest person to please, whether its Jewellery from TS2 or Saswa, homeware from Rossiters or Melin Tregwyt you won’t be disappointed. And while you’re there, why
not treat yourself to a well earned break at one of our cafes and restaurants – choose from Crumbs salad bar Cafe, the plan, Wally’s Deli or Fresh. Whatever you do this Christmas make sure you explore the Royal and Morgan Arcades.

St. David’s Shopping Centre
The capital city’s largest shopping mall is a bright complex, complete with numerous skylights and atriums with large trees, palms, and ivy trailing from overhead planters. The white terrazzo floors, accented by green, gray, and red, lead shoppers through a centre that is easily accessible and contains some of the best known stores in Cardiff, such as Debenham’s and Marks and Spencer. Built in the 1970s, St. David’s Centre is far from outdated and still offers shoppers a relaxing shopping experience in a warm, spacious environment.
At the heart of Cardiff’s lively shopping district, where the city’s fascinating past has developed into an exciting future, St. David’s Shopping Centre has something for everyone. With over 60 leading stores including Bhs, Debenhams, Marks & Spencer, Boots, Pravins, Republic, Watches of Switzerland, Jones Bootmaker and Timberland, we’re bursting with the very latest in high street and designer fashion, jewellery, cosmetics, toys and even chocolate! All open seven days a week, with late night Thursdays. As well
as a sensational shopping experience, St. David’s offers an exciting calendar of events throughout the year, including plenty of fun for the kids this Christmas. Whether it’s our Christmas Reindeer Display, give-ways every Tuesday, Welsh Santa and elves every Thursday night and lots more, these is something for everyone!
With the huge choice of gifts on offer at St David’s, it can sometimes be difficult to make a decision on that perfect present.

Cardiff Central Market
Cardiff Central Market is situated in the heart of Cardiff’s vibrant and exciting City centre. It is a listed Victorian building which has remained unspoilt over the years and upholds many of the values associated with traditional shopping. This indoor market offers great choice as it has an array of services and products conveniently situated under one roof.
The Market is made up of stalls on the downstairs aisles which sell a wide variety of food e.g. fresh fruit, vegetables and meat. In fact one stall holder is a locally renowned fish monger. Also on offer are non food goods, such as gift items. On the surrounding
balconies there are specialist shops e.g. a specialist record shop and cafes.
Central market is worth a visit this Christmas, whether you’re looking for fresh produce or gifts, the stallholders’ friendly service is sure to make this a happy shopping experience.