Senedd
A transparent parliament building designed by Richard Rogers. Beneath its wooden funnel-shaped roof, visitors can tour for free and watch Welsh Parliament debates from the public gallery.
Opened in 2006, the building's glass walls and wavy ceiling of Welsh oak symbolise open government. Its funnel-shaped roof also provides natural light and ventilation. The public areas are free to enter, but security screening is required. From the public gallery, you can watch plenary sessions, usually held on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. The ground-floor café overlooks Cardiff Bay. Opening hours are limited on weekends, so check the official website. It can be toured together with the neighbouring red-brick Pierhead Building.
Opening hours
Approx. Monday–Friday, 09:00–16:30; some weekends open
Nearby sights
- Pierhead Building
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Cardiff Bay & Mermaid Quay
- Norwegian Church Arts Centre
- Techniquest
- Cardiff Bay Barrage
- Cardiff Market
- Principality Stadium