We’ve found 14 of the best things to do in Cardiff this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re spending it with a significant other, having a Galentines, or looking for love there’s something for everyone.
The Marine Spa at voco St David’s Hotel Couple’s Paradise spa day
From £160
http://wwwvocohotels.com/stdavids
Treat yourself and the one you love this Valentine’s day with a full spa day at the Marine Spa. This package includes a 50-minute hot coconut poultice massage each, a two-course dinner overlooking Cardiff Bay, and full use of the spa facilities.
The perfect relaxing and rejuvenating way to spend your Valentine’s day.
The Corner House 3 course menu
£26.95pp
https://www.cornerhousecardiff.co.uk/content/pcdg/wales/cornerhousecardiff/valentinesmenu
The Corner House is a premium pub and restaurant nestled in the heart of Cardiff city centre. It’s the perfect location for an intimate and cosy Valentine’s date. They’re offering a 3-course menu which features boxed baked camembert, guinea fowl, lobster & Devon crab fishcakes, and a melting chocolate & peanut bomb.
Grey Restaurant (The Hilton) Valentines Bottomless Brunch 2 courses plus bottomless fizz
£31
https://www.greyrestaurant.co.uk/#!offers-and-events
Indulge in two brunch courses and unlimited prosecco for 90 minutes at the Hilton Cardiff’s Grey Restaurant. Perfect for Galentines or a date with your significant other – if you’re more of a morning person this bottomless brunch is the ideal way to celebrate Valentine’s day.
Bingo Lingo Lonely Hearts Special
From £7pp
https://depot.eventcube.io/events/16250/depot-presents-bingo-lingo-lonely-hearts-special
Bingo Lingo is the place to go if a big group of you are heading out on the 14th.
Bingo Lingo is bingo with a twist – playing to win tacky prizes, dancing on tables and steins of beer – your Nan’s bingo hall this is not.
And of course, there’ll be Valentine’s twists throughout the games.
Giovanni’s
http://giovanniscardiff.co.uk
Looking for tasty Italian cooking this Valentine’s day, look no further than Giovanni’s. Their menu includes Italian meatballs, a huge range of pasta, veal cutlet on the bone, vegan Sicilian inspired hearty stew, and hazelnut semifreddo with a rich chocolate heart.
Techniquest After Hours: Valentines
From £10pp
https://www.techniquest.org/events/valentines/
Why not do something really different with your love this Valentine’s day and experience Techniquest after dark.
Techniquest are offering over 130 interactive experiences, a fully licensed bar, burgers from The Grazing Shed and a journey through the stars in the planetarium from 6:30-10pm on the 15th.
Miller & Carter Valentines 3 course menu
From £26.95
https://www.millerandcarter.co.uk/restaurants/wales/millerandcartercardiffthehayes/valentines
For all you steak lovers Miller & Carter are offering a 3 course Valentine’s menu which features salt & pepper calamari, steak house burger, a 12oz rib-eye, and an indulgent dessert sharing board. For only £26.95 pp this is a great choice if you’re looking for indulgent food in a great atmosphere.
Ffresh at Wales Millennium Centre Valentines Day Deal 3-course menu plus a bottle of fizz
£50 for 2
https://www.wmc.org.uk/en/your-visit/food-and-drink/ffresh/
Ffresh is the Millennium Centre’s restaurant, bar and cabaret venue where head chef, Marc Corfield serves up a seasonal menu using the very best, locally sourced ingredients.
This Valentine’s day Ffresh are offering a 3 course dinner for two with a free bottle of wine or fizz for only £50.
Some of the stand out options on the menu include: cured Brecon gin salmon with mustard and dill dressing, Pembrokeshire potato, spinach and Perl Wen gratin, and Oh Honey Chocolate abd lime tart with glazed honey mousse.
Park House Restaurant 5 or 8-course tasting menus
From £55pp
https://www.parkhouserestaurant.co.uk/content/dlc-3f459146-01db-11e8-9bbb-002219ac086b.pdf
The Park House restaurant, set in a Grade 1 listed building, prides itself on creating distinctly modern food that pushes the limits of Welsh culinary standards. This is the Valentine’s destination for foodies, choose from a 5 or 8 course tasting menu that includes lobster, foie-gras, Brecon venison and a mille-feuille of chocolate.
Thursday Night Pie Face Comedy at The Glee Club Cardiff
Tickets from £10
http://www.glee.co.uk/comedy/cardiff/
Whether you fancy a laugh with your mates or a laid back fun date why not head to the Glee comedy club. As with all of their Thursday night events, on Valentine’s day you will see 3 stand out, stand-up comedians whilst tasting the creations from the pie makers at Pieminster.
The Exchange Hotel Valentine’s Special Stay & Dine
£250 per couple
https://exchangehotelcardiff.co.uk/offer/valentines-special-stay-dine/
This is in the ultimate romantic experience.
Stay at the beautiful Exchange Hotel and experience a three-course meal at their Culley’s restaurant, a luxurious room, a bottle of chilled prosecco, cupcakes & rose petals on arrival, and breakfast before checkout.
Welsh National Opera Performances
From £12.50pp
https://www.wmc.org.uk/en/whats-on/2019/un-ballo-in-maschera/
https://www.wmc.org.uk/en/whats-on/2019/the-magic-flute/
The Welsh National Opera have performances at the Millennium Centre on the 15th and 16th of February which would be a fantastic date for anyone with a passion for classical music.
Ditch or Date Speed Dating at Barocco
Tickets £16
https://www.ditchordate.com/speed-dating-event/7955
Looking for love this Valentine’s Day? Why not try out speed dating at Barocco. During the event, the girls remain seated and the guys move around the room every 4 minutes. The evening includes a 20-minute bar break halfway through the event and the option to stick around afterwards to have some longer conversations. The next day you’ll be notified of your matches.
Dyffryn Gardens Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea
From £20.95
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/3eb63653-c766-46fe-9002-ebfa03dc7365/pages/details
If you’re looking to do something during the day surrounded by incredible views this is for you.
Dyffryn Gardens is an Edwardian manor just outside Cardiff. This Valentine’s day they’re offering an elegant afternoon tea in their Morning room which overlooks the manor’s gardens.
Have you got any plans for Valentine’s Day? Let us know where you’re going and how it goes.
