Aberystwyth

Travel Guide

Aberystwyth showing street scenes and a coastal town as well as a couple
Aberystwyth Castle showing a ruin, landscape views and a bridge
Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth which includes a pebble beach and a coastal town
Devil\'s Bridge showing tranquil scenes and views

This lively university town sits in a beautiful spot on the Welsh coast. Enjoy the nightlife, visit cultural hotspots and try numerous watersports.

Take a trip to charming Aberystwyth and promenade along its famous seafront and pier. Survey the surrounding Welsh countryside and coastline. Visit the museum and art centre and explore historical locations, such as the ruins of 13th-century Aberystwyth CastleOpens in a new window. Spend your evenings mingling with locals and students at one of the town’s dozens of pubs and clubs.

Find the National Library at the top of a hill just outside town. Browse the vast collection of books the library is entitled to a copy of every book published in the U.K. Admire historical rarities in the Hengwrt Room, including the Black Book of Carmarthen, the oldest Welsh text still in existence.

Tour the Ceredigion Museum to view a range of exhibits. Learn about the history of the town and even see a display dedicated to the popular British comedy show Little Britain. Visit Aberystwyth Arts Centre, one of the largest art centres in Wales. Enjoy the galleries or watch a show. The cinema shows a range of world films and the theatre stages a variety of dramas and operas.

Head to the Royal Pier and watch the sun set over Cardigan Bay. The pier offers varied entertainment throughout the day and night. Get some food, play a game of pool or participate in a night of clubbing. During the day the bay is a popular spot for watersports. Book a lesson and learn to surf or kayak in New Quay, which is sheltered from the wind. If you’re already experienced, try Gwbert for excellent surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing conditions.

Reach Aberystwth by car, train or long-distance bus. You’ll find a large number of cafés, restaurants and takeout food options. The town is also famous for its large number of pubs and nightclubs. Drink real ale at a traditional pub, sip cocktails at a trendy bar or dance all night at a club.

Gwesty'r Marine Hotel & Spa

Gwesty'r Marine Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
46 MARINE TERRACE, Aberystwyth, Wales
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
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Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns

Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns

4 out of 5
Boulevard De Sainte Brieuc, Aberystwyth, Wales
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The price is €76 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
€76
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns
Queensbridge Hotel

Queensbridge Hotel

3 out of 5
Victoria Terrace, Aberystwyth, Wales
The price is €139 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€139
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Queensbridge Hotel
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D12 Treetops

D12 Treetops

3 out of 5
Clarach Bay Caravan Park Clarach, Aberystwyth, Wales
Stay at this 3-star golf cottage in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Clarach Beach and Constitution Hill are ...
D12 Treetops
Ty Belgrave House

Ty Belgrave House

3.5 out of 5
Marine Terrace, Aberystwyth, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Aberystwyth. Enjoy a full-service spa and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ceredigion Museum and Castle Theatre are ...
Ty Belgrave House
Chalet 95

Chalet 95

3 out of 5
Aberystwyth
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Clarach Beach and Constitution Hill are located ...
Chalet 95
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