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.
Principality Stadium
The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Cardiff Castle
Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers.
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.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
Things to do
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Sightseeing Tour Cardiff Bay and Vale of Glamorgan Full-Day Driver Guided
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
Go Karting, Llandow South Wales @ Kart Kingdom
Top hotels in Gelligaer
The Angel Hotel
Needs complete renovation, rooms dirty and tired, staff are good that is the only positive
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Clean room good amenities staff v helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Village Hotel Cardiff
Staff as always are brilliant. Room was clean and tidy but was not ‘refreshed’ despite us leaving a tag on the door. The price of the room was astronomic because of the rugby .. seem unfair to hike prices in match days . Also £59 for a bottle of rose and two jamesons made me wince …
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Really lovely staff.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
It don’t get off to a good start when reception couldn’t find my reservation. We were allocated room 301 and when we settled noticed that the tea/coffee/sugar was not restocked so I went down to reception to notify. Someone knocked on the door a little later with 2 tea bags and that was it. I went ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Staff was friendly and professional. Dinner was delicious and the beds are very comfortable. Plan to stay on my next trip to Cardiff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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 New Theatre.
