Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, has a thriving nightlife scene that caters to a diverse range of tastes and preferences. Whether you're into live music, trendy bars, clubs, or cultural experiences, Cardiff has something to offer.

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1.St. Mary Street: This lively street is at the heart of Cardiff's nightlife, featuring a mix of bars, clubs, and restaurants. It's a popular spot for a night out with friends. 2.Cardiff Bay: The waterfront area of Cardiff Bay offers a more sophisticated and upscale nightlife experience. You'll find stylish bars, restaurants, and live music venues with beautiful views of the bay. 3.Womanby Street: Known as Cardiff's music quarter, Womanby Street is home to numerous live music venues and bars that showcase a wide range of genres, from rock and punk to indie and folk. 4.Clwb Ifor Bach: A well-known live music venue and nightclub in Cardiff that hosts various events and themed nights. 5.The Full Moon: A popular music venue with live bands and DJs, offering a lively atmosphere for music enthusiasts. 6.Revolution Cardiff: This trendy cocktail bar in the city centre is famous for its creative drinks and vibrant ambiance. 7.Buffalo Bar: A popular hangout spot for students and young professionals, offering live music, club nights, and events. 8.Mocka Lounge: A stylish lounge bar with an extensive cocktail menu, making it a great place for a more sophisticated night out. 9.The Dead Canary: The Dead Canary is a sleek, decadent spot on call for special occasions or whenever you fancy some beautiful cocktails in Cardiff. Housed in a Grade II-listed building, there's live jazz and folk music at the weekends and drinks are made by the highly skilled mixologists in a low-lit, ridiculously stylish setting. Booking in advance is always a good idea, which you can do - for free - via their website. 10.Porter's Cardiff: Gather up a crowd of fun-seekers who enjoy an eclectic line-up of comedy nights, live gigs, ping-pong, board games and film screenings. Pizzas are on the menu and there's a good range of affordable drinks; a must-try alternative night out in Cardiff. 11.The Moon Cardiff: A live music venue with a focus on supporting local talent and indie acts. 12.Tonight Josephine: On the hunt for a bottomless brunch in Cardiff's city centre? Tonight Josephine is the pink party palace that's coming in hot for your weekend antics. Gobble up delicious eats, wash it down with free-flowing drinks and enjoy all kinds of live entertainment.