Caerphilly Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic castle surrounded by a moat, a town in the background, and rolling hills.
A panoramic view of a historic town with a river, green parks, and a castle.
A historic castle with a moat and a bridge.
A medieval castle with two prominent towers, a large central keep, and a flag on top of each tower.
A lake with ducks swimming, a row of houses, and a cloudy sky.

Where to stay in Caerphilly

Find the best Caerphilly areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A rural landscape with rolling hills, a fenced field, and a few scattered trees.
Photo by Ian Paterson
Open Photo by Ian Paterson

Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn

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

A valley with a town, green fields, and sheep grazing.
Photo by Stephen MARSDEN
Open Photo by Stephen MARSDEN

Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

If you're spending some time in Bedwas Trethomas & Machen, Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Bedwas Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.

A rural landscape with a lake, trees, and rolling hills in the background.
Photo by John Lord
Open Photo by John Lord

Rudry

While Rudry may 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.

A medieval castle with large stone walls and towers, a dragon sculpture, and a hay bale.
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Open Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

Town Centre

If you're spending some time in Town Centre, Caerphilly Castle and The Visit Caerphilly Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Castle View

Though Castle View may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.726.334 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.726.334 ₫
4.471.601 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,430 reviews)
"Great place to stay, golf driving range was great, lots of food options with a variety of restaurants. Loved the adults only floor of the hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is 1.579.577 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
1.579.577 ₫
1.895.492 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is 3.038.216 ₫ per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
3.038.216 ₫
3.645.859 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,812 reviews)
"Great place to stay at in Cardiff"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

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 apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (327 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Utilita Arena Cardiff are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (81 reviews)
"The location was great and the onsite staff (cleaning personnel and maintenance guy) were very helpful. It was difficult to get ahold of the host (Amelia) in a timely manner and very little was offered to address the horrible heat in the rooms. The room offered the bare minimum in terms towels, toilet ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (155 reviews)
"Booked for 3 people and only had 1 King sized bed and you can open windows and the air on unit was only in the living room which made the bedroom unbearable hot. Wouldn’t stay here again"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Quay Apartments Clarence House
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Stay near popular Caerphilly attractions

Caerphilly Castle

9.4/10 (71 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Caerphilly when you take a trip to Caerphilly Castle. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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Newport

A metal sculpture with arches and a central tower against a night sky.

Hengoed

A grassy hillside with a muddy path and a distant power line.
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