Gelligaer Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
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 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
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.

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.
Activities

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
Our pick of the best Gelligaer Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
Very welcoming staff, ideal location.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Clean room good amenities staff v helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Lovely hotel in an amazing location.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Lovely helpful staff!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Lovely room, comfortable bed friendly and efficient staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Location
Reviewed on 22 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 Cardiff City Hall.






