Gelligaer Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Parc Penallta
Explore the great outdoors at Parc Penallta, a lovely green space in Cardiff. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
Cardiff Castle
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
Barry Island Beach
If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.
Cardiff University
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Top hotels in Gelligaer
The Angel Hotel
Good size clean room. Nice breakfast and hotel close to castle, city centre, and millennium stadium
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Nice room, clean room, amenities where great and the staff were great.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
The room was clean, the breakfast was nice
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Very pleased with the hotel, and very clean room. very quick room service.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Fab stay staff amazing thank you
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Excellent location
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gelligaer
Llantrisant
Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Heath
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Cardiff Golf Club and National Museum Cardiff.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.
