Caerphilly

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Caerphilly
Caerphilly
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Where to stay in Caerphilly

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Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bedwas Trethomas & Machen and surrounding area, you can visit Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Caerphilly Castle.

Bedwas Trethomas & Machen
The lake looks like a crhristmas card

Rudry

While Rudry isn't home to many top sights, Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rudry
Farm on Craig-wen near Abertridwr Taken from the Common Land at Comin Eglwysllan.
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Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn

While Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn
Llanbradach railway station footbridge. The footbridge connects the two platforms on the station on the Rhymney Line. Because of the scarcity of flat land hereabouts, the two platforms are not opposite each other.
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Llanbradach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Llanbradach and surrounding area, you can visit Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Caerphilly Castle.

Llanbradach
River Rhymney, Bedwas Looking east.
Photo by Roger Cornfoot (CC BY-SA)

Van

While there might not be top attractions in Van, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Van
Side Valley above Senghenydd. The valley from the former mining village leads up to the Rhymney Valley ridgeline. In the foreground is the top of a drystone dyke which surrounds pasture land.
Photo by Colin Smith (CC BY-SA)

Aber Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Aber Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Aber Valley
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
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! (2,434 reviews)
"Love this hotel staff are so friendly and the rooms are clean and exactly what you need. I'd stayed with a friend there before so i knew it was my only choice when i had to go on my own"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
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The price is ₩70,761 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
₩70,761
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Jun 30 - Jul 1
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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! (1,011 reviews)
"Compact and bijou but contained everything we needed for a perfect night away. Ideally situated, friendly staff and felt very safe."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is ₩188,079 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
₩188,079
₩225,695 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
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! (1,708 reviews)
"A super hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (260 reviews)
"Great stay we booked 2 apartments and it was perfect. Comms was great and we forgot some items which they kindly put in the post back to us. Thanks!!"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
4 out of 5
Usk Way, Endeavour House, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Newport ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (199 reviews)
"The property was ideal for a short get away. Transport to Cardiff was a short walk to the train station. Reception staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
Stadium View Apartments
Stadium View Apartments
3.5 out of 5
77 Craddock St, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"Brand new amenities including baby cot, new appliances and furniture. Came with all the little things like spices and well equiped kitchen that you dont usually get in rentals. Clean and city center easy to walk everywhere highly recommend we loved it. Stayed for 2 weeks while visiting family and ..."

Reviewed on May 15, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4/5(21 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 featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry, South Wales. Vale of Glamorgan. UK

Barry Island Beach

4.5/5(4 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 elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(93 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

4/5(12 reviews)

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
Wales Millennium Centre which includes street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

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