Techniquest
Traditional hotel conference rooms are a thing of the past; quirky venues are the new trend. Techniquest, the interactive science discovery centre located in the heart of Cardiff Bay can offer exactly that. Located in Mermaid Quay, we have stunning waterside views, car parking facilities a stone’s throw away and strong public transport links to the city centre. In addition to our exciting Exhibition space, we have unique breakout facilities including an 85-seater Science Theatre, a Lab and a Planetarium. We work with external partners to bring finishing touches to your events including award-winning caterers and AV suppliers.
Our dedicated and friendly events team will be with you every step of the way. We understand that the needs of clients vary for each event, so from your initial enquiry, to that last “thank you, see you soon”, our years of experience will ensure your Family Fun day, Party, Awards Ceremony, Dinner, Conference or VIP Experience, is a roaring success.
Techniquest has been around since 1986, and soon we will be launching our brand-new Science Capital project which is the biggest change to the centre since our move to the architecturally-acclaimed current building in the docks in 1995. Be one of the first organisations to host an event in Wales’ leading science centre. By booking events with us, you will be supporting our charitable mission to educate and inspire the future generations of Welsh scientists.
Interested in this venue?
Let us check availability, confirm the best rates and help you arrange your event
Want to see more venues like this?
Maybe you would like to compare a few options? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll show you similar venues to match your event, location and budget. Our venue finding service is completely free.
Get my Free Venue ShortlistRoom Information
Techniquest has 4 rooms. The largest, Exhibition Room, holds up to 500 guests standing or 300 seated.
- Science Theatre85 seated
- Exhibition Room250-300 seated500 standing
- The Lab30 seated40 standing
- Conference Suite10 seated
Travel Information
Cardiff Bay (about 8 min walk)
Getting to Techniquest by public transport
In Cardiff, Techniquest is about 8 minutes' walk from Cardiff Bay (train). Walking times are estimates.
Getting to Techniquest by car
For sat nav, use the postcode CF10 5BW.
Getting to Techniquest by air
The nearest major airports are Cardiff (about 8.9 miles away) and Bristol (about 20 miles away). Distances are in a straight line, so the road journey will be longer.
Free venue finding service
Find your perfect venue, without the legwork
Tell us what you need and our team will handpick venues that fit your brief, usually within hours. Independent advice, exclusive rates, and never any charge to you.
- 100% free service
- 35+ years of expertise
- Exclusive rates and venues
Trusted by organisations across the UK
PharmaBrands
Specialised Industry Conferences
PharmaBrands host events in the UK, Europe and USA, providing world-class education, support, inspiration and experiences. Finding the right venue in each country is a vital factor and Function Fixers is proud to be their chosen venue-finding partner.
Deaf Sports Personality of the Year
Awards ceremony and dinner
We are very proud to have worked with Ric at DSPY for a number of years. DSPY is a very special awards night, celebrating the achievements of deaf athletes.
Mars Food
European conference, 145 delegates
When Mars Food needed a two day, two night venue for 145 delegates, with breakout meeting space and two evening events, we recommended De Vere Wokefield Park for its exceptional onsite facilities and proximity to both Heathrow and Gatwick.
Aquatics GB
Annual away day and awards, Glasgow
For their annual away day and awards celebrating the season's successes, Aquatics GB needed a Glasgow venue for 110 delegates by day and 250 at the awards dinner, with affordable accessible accommodation. We secured the Glasgow Marriott, with further budget accommodation at the nearby Ibis Budget Glasgow.
Tamarindo
Renewable energy PR agency
Tamarindo provides insight, connections and communications for renewable energy and climate businesses worldwide. They regularly turn to Function Fixers to source venues for their UK and European events.
Fellowship for British Hairdressing
Barry Stephens, Chief Executive Officer
Function Fixers has become a trusted venue partner for the Fellowship, taking the time to understand our brief, our organisation and the experience we want for our members and guests. Their attention to detail and value for money have supported the successful delivery of a number of Fellowship events, including our flagship Luncheon and Awards.
NHS
Training
Function Fixers helps various departments to find venues for training events across the UK
Greenpeace
A global campaigning network
Function Fixers is a trusted partner of Greenpeace, working to find venues some of our UK events. They have a unique empathy and always manage to find us venues that perfectly fit our briefs.