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Cardiff Castle vs Castell Coch
Both are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Cardiff Castle ranks significantly better than Castell Coch. Cardiff Castle is ranked #1 in Cardiff with approval from 8 publications like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Cardiff Castle
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
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Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Castle St., Cardiff CF10 3RB, Wales
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"A higgledy-piggledy mishmash of styles, from austere Norman keep to over-the-top Victorian mansion, Cardiff Castle is an odd but beguiling place."
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"There's a medieval keep at its heart, but it's the later additions that capture the imagination of many visitors."
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"If you are getting hungry while visiting Cardiff castle, look no further than the lobby cafe. "
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"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. "
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"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."
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"The interior of castle is just incredible. You start the tour with the Arab Room, a small but extraordinary room. Beautiful blue walls and incredible ceiling. The craftsmanship is superb. "
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"Recently restored menagerie of Victorian-era beasts. "
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2 Stars
"This fortified castle with a mighty keep was built on the ruins of a roman fort in the 12th C."
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"One of the most popular tourist attractions in Wales, Cardiff Castle dates back to ancient Rome, and archaeological remains from that era can be seen today, despite changes over the years"
"Some 1,900 years of history are embodied in this castle located in the heart of the city."
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Castell Coch
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
Castle Road, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15 7JQ, Wales
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"Perched on a hillside is this fairy-tale castle."
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"Cardiff Castle's fanciful little brother sits perched atop a thickly wooded crag on the northern fringes of the city."
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2 Stars
"Castell Coch is a fantasy castle of medieval inspiration."
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"Castell Coch overlooks the Taff Gorge on the northern boundary of the city...visitors can explore the interior of the castle as well as the surrounding areas on the Taff Trail"