Gelligaer
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: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
From Cardiff: Mumbles and Gower Peninsular Tour
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
This was our third stay, all stays in the suites, 6th 8th and 10 floor. Amazing stays, rooms were clean, spacious very friendly staff. A number of activities onsite aswell as restaurants. Will be our preferred place for long weekend breaks.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Friendly staff, food was great. Easy walking to beach and town centre.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
The spa facilities weren’t available due to maintenance which was a real shame as this was one reason we chose the hotel . There could have been more options for breakfast. Coffee wasn’t very nice , it was a lot of money for the hotel so expected more , overpriced for what it was , but it was a nice ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Great location
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
we had a really good time, beds were really comfy room service excellent swimming pool was amazing
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gelligaer
Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to Tredegar House and St Mellons Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Gelligaer
- Cardiff Bay
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Pen y Fan
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Bute Park
- University Hospital of Wales
- Rhondda Valley
- Llandaff Cathedral
- National Museum Cardiff
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Caerphilly Castle
- Cardiff City Hall
- Big Pit National Coal Museum
- Roath Park
- Cardiff International Sports Village
