Cardiff central parking

[mazdajason]

Afternoon,

Getting in here early and looking for advice on parking in Cardiff relatively close to the city centre or easy access from Bristol. Reason being, I'm flying into Bristol in November for the rugby, picking up a rental and heading through to Cardiff for the match. I'll drive through early on the Saturday morning (pre 10am), park the car and spend the day seeing Cardiff before going to the rugby late afternoon. Then head for something to eat after the match and then drive back to Bristol around 10pm or later hopefully having missed the majority of the traffic.

So locals, where would be sensible in price and location? Thanks.

[mazdajason]

Is it really that bad? Even 3-4 hours after the match? I'll maybe have to rethink my driving and parking strategy or park right on the outskirts.

[mazdajason]

Thanks for all your suggestions, I'll look into them all

[mazdajason]

hornetrider said:

I think there's also a matchday park and ride at Cardiff City stadium, down off J33.

Would the park and ride not stop an hour or 2 after the game finishes though? Chances are it'll be closer to midnight before I'm heading back to the car.

[mazdajason]

phil_cardiff said:

I'd drive into the centre if you're coming in by 10am and leaving a few hours after the match. You can park for free in Riverside if you're a bit brave or pay for more secure parking somewhere in the centre. Your biggest challenge is getting something decent to eat after the game. I'd book now if you can.

The train is a terrible idea on match day.

I've just found that out as I thought I'd book a restaurant for food and they are either full or wont return my call... Any recommendations that are reasonable walking distance from the stadium that I should try?

[mazdajason]

Found a restaurant, booked in to Rye and Barley which looks close to the stadium. Parking to pre book if possible and we are good to go!