Gelligaer Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Jason Thomas
Photo by Jason Thomas
Photo "Gelligaer" by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)
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Photo by Kev Griffin (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Gelligaer" by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Parc Penallta

Parc Penallta

Explore the great outdoors at Parc Penallta, a lovely green space in Cardiff. Visit the spas and shops in this relaxing area.

Parc Penallta
Millennium Stadium showing a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4/5(6 reviews)

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.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre showing a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

3/5(2 reviews)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(28 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

Cardiff Castle
Cardiff University

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.

Cardiff University

Activities

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
From Cardiff: Cliffs, Beaches And Castles Of South Wales

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

AU$182
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

AU$27
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

AU$204
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

AU$52
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
Explore Cardiff in 90 minutes with a Local

Explore Cardiff in 90 minutes with a Local

AU$328
per adult
Explore Cardiff in 90 minutes with a Local
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Our pick of the best Gelligaer Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$403 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$403
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,528 reviews)
No lifts working in a sweltering heatwave... eek
"Our room was nice enough, if a little tired looking, and the hotel entrance was lovely. BUT both lifts broke down and we were on the third floor in a 34° heatwave. No apologies were given and no accommodations made. Apart from this near death experience of climbing SO many flights of stairs three ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is AU$223 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$223
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,315 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, however very dated rooms that need some TLC"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$206 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$206
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,729 reviews)
"We had the most amazing time"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$95 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$95
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,052 reviews)
Great location
"Stayed here a couple of times as location great. Car parking available at the train station with a few minutes walk. Rooms are very small and compact but compared to a lot of hotels in Cardiff if you can put up with that it is good value for money"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$155 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$155
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
Great stay away as always with lovely staff
"Excellent staff on booking in, allowed early book in which was great as it meant we could watch the rugby after putting our things in our room. Downside was the air conditioning was not working in our room, extremely hot as it was 32 degrees in Cardiff. However they rectified the problem immediately ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AU$146 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$146
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Nice rooms but no air con"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Gelligaer

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Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
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Photo by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA)

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.

Whitchurch
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Heath

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Llandaff Cathedral and Principality Stadium.

Heath
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Gabalfa

Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

Gabalfa
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Penylan

Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Penylan
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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 Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Cathays

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