Things to do in Aberystwyth

Activities, attractions and tours

Aberystwyth showing street scenes and a coastal town as well as a couple
Aberystwyth showing street scenes and a coastal town as well as a couple
Aberystwyth Castle showing a ruin, landscape views and a bridge
Devils Bridge which includes tranquil scenes, a waterfall and a pond
Aberystwyth which includes a pebble beach and a coastal town
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What to do in Aberystwyth

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A cold windy day

Aberystwyth Beach

4/5(100 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Aberystwyth Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Aberystwyth. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Aberystwyth Beach
University of Aberystwyth. #stunningstructure

Aberystwyth University

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Aberystwyth University has a proud history dating back to 1872, when it was established by the people of Wales as the first Welsh university.

Aberystwyth University
Devil\'s Bridge which includes heritage architecture, a bridge and heritage elements

Devil's Bridge Falls

4.5/5(35 reviews)

Devil’s Bridge, situated in Ceredigion in Mid-Wales, is a strikingly unusual structure, which rises high above the River Mynach. It stands at the point where the river drops 300 feet down a steep and narrow ravine before it meets the River Rheidol.

Devil's Bridge Falls
Aberystwyth Castle which includes building ruins and château or palace

Aberystwyth Castle

4/5(60 reviews)

Walk around the ruins of a 13th-century coastal fortress, once a powerful and important defensive stronghold for an English king.

Aberystwyth Castle
A cold windy day

Traeth y Gogledd - North Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traeth y Gogledd - North Beach during your trip to Aberystwyth? Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Traeth y Gogledd - North Beach
Aberystwyth castle by dusk.

Castle Grounds

Explore the great outdoors at Castle Grounds, a lovely green space in Aberystwyth. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Castle Grounds
A museum inside a disused theatre. Wonderful use of space.

Ceredigion Museum

5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ceredigion Museum in Aberystwyth. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Ceredigion Museum

Clarach Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clarach Beach during your trip to Tirymynach?

Clarach Beach

National Library of Wales

4.5/5(10 reviews)

The National Library of Wales is situated in Aberystwyth and houses more than 4 million printed volumes, including many rare books. Yny lhyvyr hwnn, the first book ever to be published in Welsh in 1546, can also be found in the library archives.

National Library of Wales
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Llangurig

Devil\'s Bridge which includes heritage architecture, a bridge and heritage elements

Devils Bridge

Parish church of St Ffraid (Bridget), Llansantffraed, Ceredigion, Wales, seen from south-southeast

Llanon

500px provided description: A shot of the Aberystwyth coastline from Pen Dinas [#hdr ,#sea ,#sunset ,#beach ,#sun ,#coast ,#coastline ,#uk ,#wales ,#ceredigion ,#aberystwyth ,#aber]
Photo by Ad Jones (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)

Rhydyfelin

The Church o St Ilar ('st ilar'; old inncorrect name, kept only as historic record is St Hilary's Church). Grade II* listed building.

Llanilar

A Vale of Rheidol Railway train enters Capel Bangor station, Data from Geograph: Description: An up train (to Aberystwyth) enters Capel Bangor station, viewed from the top of the Pant Da Nature Reserve, about 1 mile away. The Vale of Rheidol Light Railway https://www.geograph.org.uk/gallery/the_vale_of_rheidol_light_railway_6996 ICBM: 52.399460433796, -3.9888929307688 Location: (about 1 km from) near to Capel Bangor, Ceredigion/Sir Ceredigion, Great Britain.
Photo by John Lucas (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Capel Bangor

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This is a photo of listed building number

Ysbyty Ystwyth

Frequently asked questions

Is Aberystwyth worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Aberystwyth is visit Aberystwyth Castle. Check this major sight off your list, then experience more of the area's festivals and history.
How do I spend a day in Aberystwyth?
Aberystwyth Castle and Clarach Beach are two awesome places to begin your getaway adventures. Remember to explore the dining and retail options in Aberystwyth while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Aberystwyth?
Don't go home without checking out Aberystwyth Castle, ranked the top tourist attraction in Aberystwyth.
Is three days enough to stay in Aberystwyth?
Three days will give you enough time to check out the leading city attractions, such as Aberystwyth Castle, Clarach Beach and Ceredigion Museum. The average stay in Aberystwyth is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your holiday, Dyfed isn't far away.
Is Aberystwyth a walkable city?
Some key attractions in Aberystwyth, such as Aberystwyth Castle and Clarach Beach, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometres from central Aberystwyth is Llanbadarn Fawr and Tirymynach is 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Aberystwyth with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a fun-filled itinerary is the key to a stress-free getaway. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Aberystwyth with kids.
What to do in Aberystwyth for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or fan of nature, there's a range of things to do in Aberystwyth for adults.
Are there free things to do in Aberystwyth?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Aberystwyth is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Aberystwyth Castle is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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