Castle Map

Wales

Castles near Cardiff

89 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre: every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest landmark is also the most famous: Cardiff Castle, ranked #272 of 9,035 worldwide, 1 km north-west of the city centre. The oldest dated site in the circle is Barbury Castle, founded c. 600 BC.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries: Wales (57), England (32).

Within 25 km of Cardiff

+ 2 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Day trips: 25–60 km

+ 25 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Farther afield: 60–100 km

+ 26 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q10690.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Cardiff?

The Castle Map atlas maps 89 landmarks (33 castles · 1 fortress · 5 palaces & châteaux · 50 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Cardiff, measured straight-line: a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Cardiff?

Cardiff Castle, a castle 1 km north-west of the city centre.

What is the oldest castle near Cardiff?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Barbury Castle, founded c. 600 BC: 96 km east. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Bristol (40 km) · Swansea (55 km) · Swindon (97 km) · Oxford (136 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.