Visit Barry
Sightseeing
Famously known worldwide as being the birthplace of renowned TV series Gavin & Stacey, Barry Island is the perfect place for an afternoon with the family.
Enjoy a picnic on the beach, take a stroll along the promenade, buy some fish & chips from the famous Marco's cafe, feel the thrill of the Pleasure Park and win some prizes in the arcades.
There's plenty to do that will leave you with great memories.
87 locals recommend
Barry Island
Famously known worldwide as being the birthplace of renowned TV series Gavin & Stacey, Barry Island is the perfect place for an afternoon with the family.
Enjoy a picnic on the beach, take a stroll along the promenade, buy some fish & chips from the famous Marco's cafe, feel the thrill of the Pleasure Park and win some prizes in the arcades.
There's plenty to do that will leave you with great memories.
If you want to escape the crowds of Barry Island then the Knap is the perfect place.
With two beaches to choose from (The pebbly beach & Watchtower Bay), a large lake with a range of wild birds to feed, a selection of cafes and all round beautiful scenery, The Knap will definitely be a highlight of your trip to Barry.
6 locals recommend
Cold Knap
If you want to escape the crowds of Barry Island then the Knap is the perfect place.
With two beaches to choose from (The pebbly beach & Watchtower Bay), a large lake with a range of wild birds to feed, a selection of cafes and all round beautiful scenery, The Knap will definitely be a highlight of your trip to Barry.
The expanse of Porthkerry park is the perfect place for an adventure with friends or family!
Take a walk or a bike ride through the many woodland trails, enjoy a picnic and some sporting activities on the grass, throw some pebbles in the sea at the beach, watch the kids have the time of their lives in the activity park and check out the astonishing architecture of the Porthkerry Viaduct.
Porthkerry is the perfect place to escape.
32 locals recommend
Porthkerry Country Park
Park RoadThe expanse of Porthkerry park is the perfect place for an adventure with friends or family!
Take a walk or a bike ride through the many woodland trails, enjoy a picnic and some sporting activities on the grass, throw some pebbles in the sea at the beach, watch the kids have the time of their lives in the activity park and check out the astonishing architecture of the Porthkerry Viaduct.
Porthkerry is the perfect place to escape.
Secretly nestled around the corner from Barry Island beach, Jacksons bay is a great alternative if you want to escape the crowds of Barry island.
A quick 5 minute walk along the coastal path will take you to Jacksons bay from Barry island, alternatively there is a steep path leading down to the beach from Redbrink Crescent.
14 locals recommend
Jackson's Bay
Secretly nestled around the corner from Barry Island beach, Jacksons bay is a great alternative if you want to escape the crowds of Barry island.
A quick 5 minute walk along the coastal path will take you to Jacksons bay from Barry island, alternatively there is a steep path leading down to the beach from Redbrink Crescent.
Hidden bay surrounded by scenic cliffs & featuring rock pools & fossil hunting on a pebble beach
19 locals recommend
Dunraven Bay
Hidden bay surrounded by scenic cliffs & featuring rock pools & fossil hunting on a pebble beach
Cosmeston has a variety of habitats covering over 100 hectares of land and water, with beautiful walks and nature trails
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, Penarth CF64 5UY, UK
Cosmeston has a variety of habitats covering over 100 hectares of land and water, with beautiful walks and nature trails
Out & About
Situated in the centre of Barry, Goodsheds is a mixture of the best independent food & drink, boutique retail and lifestyle outlets
19 locals recommend
Goodsheds
1 Hood RdSituated in the centre of Barry, Goodsheds is a mixture of the best independent food & drink, boutique retail and lifestyle outlets
Penarth Pier stands majestically looking out over the Severn estuary and is home to the iconic 1929 art deco styled refurbished Pavilion building
75 locals recommend
Penarth Pier Pavilion
The EsplanadePenarth Pier stands majestically looking out over the Severn estuary and is home to the iconic 1929 art deco styled refurbished Pavilion building
Cardiff Castle is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the city centre of Cardiff, Wales
376 locals recommend
Cardiff Castle
Castle StCardiff Castle is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the city centre of Cardiff, Wales
Europe's Largest Waterfront Development with many bars, restaurants and tourist attractions
Cardiff Bay
Europe's Largest Waterfront Development with many bars, restaurants and tourist attractions
St. Fagans National Museum of History showcases historic buildings relocated from across Wales, including a farm, a tannery, mills and a chapel
328 locals recommend
St Fagans National Museum of History
St. Fagans National Museum of History showcases historic buildings relocated from across Wales, including a farm, a tannery, mills and a chapel
Food & Drink
Academy Espresso Bar is situated in a wonderful grade II listed building formerly a working pumphouse that powered the Barry Dock
19 locals recommend
Academy Espresso Bar
Hood RoadAcademy Espresso Bar is situated in a wonderful grade II listed building formerly a working pumphouse that powered the Barry Dock
Whitmore+Jackson
10-11 Friars RdA nice rustic cafe in prime location at Barry Island
A family run Italian restaurant in Barry town with great food, excellent customer service, stylish rustic decor and a warm, friendly atmosphere
6 locals recommend
Paletta Pizzeria
82 High StA family run Italian restaurant in Barry town with great food, excellent customer service, stylish rustic decor and a warm, friendly atmosphere
Italian restaurant offering freshly made pasta and a varied menu to suit all tastes.
The Little Olive
Italian restaurant offering freshly made pasta and a varied menu to suit all tastes.