Millennium Stadium
Stadium Cardiff national stadium hosting rugby and major events
In central Cardiff, the stadium formerly called Millennium Stadium hosts national rugby matches, football fixtures and major concerts. Tourists book match days, stadium tours and nearby waterfront restaurants.
The Millennium Stadium is a major multi-purpose stadium in central Cardiff, Wales, opened in 1999 as a modern national venue. It is known for its large capacity and a retractable roof that enables events in varied weather.
The stadium is the home of the Wales national rugby team and regularly stages international sporting fixtures and large-scale concerts. Interior features include tiered seating around a natural turf pitch and corporate hospitality areas.
Built to provide a modern national venue for sport and entertainment, it replaced earlier facilities at the site and has hosted major tournaments and events since opening. The facility has also been known under a sponsorship name in recent years.
It sits in Cardiff city centre adjacent to Cardiff Castle and is within walking distance of the city’s transport hubs.
- Capacity and roof: Seating capacity is approximately 74,500 and the stadium has a fully retractable roof, allowing events in all weather conditions.
- Access and events: Guided stadium tours operate on selected days and match days; the venue hosts international rugby, football fixtures and major concerts.
How to Get to Millennium Stadium #
The stadium (Principality / Millennium Stadium) sits in central Cardiff next to Cardiff Central railway station. From Cardiff Central it is an easy 5-10 minute walk (around 300-500 m) across Westgate Street to the stadium concourse.
By road the stadium is reached from the A4232 (Cardiff West Link) and city centre roads; on event days allow extra time for traffic and use public transport where possible.
Tips for Visiting Millennium Stadium #
- Book an official stadium tour in advance and check the stadium events calendar-tours are often suspended on match or event days and space is limited.
- Visit mid-morning on a non-event day when tours start to avoid school and coach groups that tend to arrive later; arriving early also gives better photo opportunities with fewer people.
- If you're attending a match, use Cardiff Central train or the city's public-transport network and arrive well before kick‑off to pass through security lines and controlled entry points.
Best Time to Visit Millennium Stadium #
Visit when an event you want to attend is scheduled; for a quieter experience choose non-event days or weekday tours.
Weather & Climate near Millennium Stadium #
Millennium Stadium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1060 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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