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.

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.

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 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.

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

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Top hotels in Gelligaer

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Other neighbourhoods around Gelligaer

Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to Tredegar House and Friars Walk Newport, 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.

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.
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.

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.
- Principality Stadium
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Cardiff International Arena
- Cardiff City Stadium
- BikePark Wales
- Bute Park
- The Royal Mint Experience
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- New Theatre
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
- Llandaff Cathedral
- Penderyn Distillery
- Roath Park