To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site. Learn more

You are here: Destinations > Ceredigion Coast > Aberystwyth > Things to Do in Aberystwyth

Things to Do in Aberystwyth | Activities, Beaches and Culture

What Is There to Do in Aberystwyth?

More than you might expect for a town of 15,000 people. Aberystwyth has two beaches, a Victorian promenade, a cliff railway to the top of Constitution Hill, a ruined castle on the headland, and the National Library of Wales. It is a university town, which gives it a cultural life that punches well above its weight.

Along the Seafront

The promenade runs the length of the North Beach, from the castle ruins at the south end to Constitution Hill at the north. The cliff railway, the longest electric cliff railway in Britain, takes you to the top where there are views along the coast to the Llyn Peninsula on clear days. At the base, the old pier building sits between the two beaches.

Culture and Arts

Aberystwyth Arts Centre, part of the university campus on Penglais Hill, has a cinema, theatre, galleries and a cafe with views across the bay. The National Library of Wales holds free exhibitions and is one of only six legal deposit libraries in the UK. The Ceredigion Museum in the town centre, housed in the old Coliseum theatre, covers local history from the Iron Age onwards.

Walks from Town

The Ceredigion Coast Path runs through Aberystwyth in both directions. Walk north to Clarach Bay and on to Borth, or south towards Aberaeron on a cliff path with views down to rocky coves. Inland, the Vale of Rheidol leads to Devils Bridge, reachable on foot, by car, or on the Vale of Rheidol steam railway.

Nearby Days Out

Nant yr Arian forest, 20 minutes east, has walking trails, mountain biking and daily red kite feeding. Borth is ten minutes north with a long sandy beach and the Borth Animalarium. The Rheidol hydroelectric power station at Cwm Rheidol offers free tours in summer.

#EDE8E3

Inspiration

Number of results: 1029

, currently showing 64 to 84.

Sort By: A-Z Lowest A-Z Highest

Llanfair Station Tearoom

Address

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys, SY21 0SF

Telephone
01938 810441

info@wllr.org.uk

Llanfair Caereinion

Dates

A narrow gauge train trip in up the steepest gradients in Britain. Steam locos and coaches from around the world. Shops and picnic areas at both termini.
Bala Backpackers

Address

32 Tegid Street, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7EL

Telephone
01678 521700

info@bala-backpackers.co.uk

Bala

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Hostel-style value Tourist Accommodation in 1800's character buildings, refurbished, offering essential provision with a hint of luxury. Located in the town of Bala, famous for its Lake and White Water River. Sleeps 31.

Price
Price £25.00 to £65.00 per person per night
Builth Wells Golf Club

Address

Golf Links Road, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3NF

Telephone
01982 553296

builthwellsgolfclub@btinternet.com

Builth Wells

Picturesque, easy walking parkland golf course, 18 holes, a good golfing test for all abilities.
Garden Cottage at Torrent Walk Cottages

Address

Plas Hen, Brithdir, Dolgellau, United Kingdom, LL40 2RG

Telephone
01341 422783

richards@torrentwalkcottages.com

Brithdir, Dolgellau

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Dog Friendly Self-Catering Cottage - Sleeping 5 in 3 rooms with beautiful views over Cader Idris, Snowdonia.
Real log fire and Wifi available.
Great for couples, short breaks, family escapes and walking holidays. Dogs accepted at a surcharge of…

Price
Price £630.00 to £830.00 per unit per week
Moody Meadows | Farm Shop

Address

Bargoed Farm, Llwyncelyn, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA46 0HL

Telephone
01545 580 947

farmshop@moodymeadows.co.uk

Aberaeron

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Farm Shop is a little treasure trove of Welsh goodness - from handmade candles and soaps to a deli counter full of home-cooked treats. We’re all about supporting local, so you’ll find a selection of unique Welsh brands and crafts to take home,…
The Wynnstay | Food & Drink

Address

Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AE

Telephone
01654 702941

croeso@wynnstay.wales

Machynlleth

This long established hotel strikes a stylish balance of the modern and the classical. Chef Gareth Johns ably updates classic dishes and reworks them for the modern appetite. Fully licensed restaurant
Pant Glas Holidays

Address

Talerddig, LLanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7AJ

Telephone
07712 829983

pantglasholidays@hotmail.com

LLanbrynmair

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Pant Glas is a luxury 2 bedroom first floor apartment sleeping 4. Set in the glorious countryside of magical mid Wales close to the coast, Snowdonia national park with its numerous attractions and the Severn Valley.

Price
Price £90.00 per unit per night
Serydda | Stargazing Experiences

Address

Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6JB

Telephone
01974 298150

serydda@gmail.com

Tregaron

Whether you're looking to see a few twinkling stars or fancy photographing the Milky Way, a great meteor shower or the rare noctilucent clouds, Dafydd's your man to take you to the right place at the right time. 60-minute stargazing experiences,…
Cardigan Castle & Gardens | Weddings

Address

Cardigan Castle & Gardens, Green Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 1JA

Telephone
01239 615131

info@cardigancastle.com

Cardigan

The Castle was erected in the 12th century and was the home of the first National Eistedfod in 1176. It was the overall winner of Channel 4's Great British Buildings Restoration of the Year
King Arthurs Labyrinth

Address

King Arthurs Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

Telephone
01654 761584

reception@kingarthurslabyrinth.co.uk

Corris

Dates

From:

25 Mar 2026to1 Nov 2026

King Arthur’s Labyrinth in Corris, Mid Wales is an underground storytelling adventure where Welsh legends are brought to life. You sail by boat, passing through a magical waterfall, and deep into the Labyrinth. Guided by a hooded boatman, walk…

Price
Price £11.80 per child to £17.80 per adult
Wynnstay Inn

Address

Llansilin, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7QA

Telephone
01691791737

info@wynnstayinn.co.uk

Oswestry

The Wynnstay Inn is situated in the small Montgomeryshire village of Llansilin, on the Wales / England border. Croeso cynnes iawn i chi gyd!
Portmeirion Motorhome Park

Address

Portmeirion, Minffordd, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6ER

Telephone
01766 770000

stay@portmeirion.wales

Penrhyndeudraeth

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Portmeirion Motorhome Park is a new site within Portmerion village opening Monday 1st of August 2022 until 31st of October 2022.
Cambrian & Cambrian Coast Line

Address

SY20 8BL

Enjoy a great day out on the spectacular Cambrian Railway Lines. The lines from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth and the Cambrian Coast from Machynlleth to Pwllheli offer stunning coast, country and mountain views of any rail journey in the UK.
Cardigan Castle & Gardens

Address

Cardigan Castle & Gardens, Green Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 1JA

Telephone
01239 615131

info@cardigancastle.com

Cardigan

The Castle was erected in the 12th century and was the home of the first National Eistedfod in 1176. It was the overall winner of Channel 4's Great British Buildings Restoration of the Year
Aber Adventures

Address

High Street, Borth, Ceredigion, SY24 5LJ

Telephone
07976061514

hello@aberadventures.com

Borth

Feel the hwyl of the coast with AberAdventures, a friendly watersports school offering surf, paddleboard and kayak experiences around Borth, Ynyslas Turn and Llyn Pendam near Aberystwyth. Whether you’re new to the water or building your skills,…
The Castle of Brecon Hotel

Address

Castle Square, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9DB

Telephone
01874 624611

castle.brecon@innmail.co.uk

Brecon

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Castle of Brecon Hotel is an historic hotel of great charm and character. Occupying the site and remains of Brecon Castle close to the centre of town, it stands on a bluff of land between two rivers commanding extensive views.
Spring Rock Holidays

Address

Ffaldau Lane, Llandegley, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5UE

Telephone
07970 092160

enquiries@springrockfishery.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Spring Rock Holidays is next to the imposing landscape of Llandegley Rocks. Walk in the footsteps of our ancestors and visit the Iron Age monument, admire the breathtaking views of the land below and bask under the expansive skies and wingspans of…
Aberystwyth University | Weddings

Address

Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BY

Telephone
01970 621960

conferences@aber.ac.uk

Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth University could be the ideal choice for your wedding reception. Our skilled catering team can produce magnificent banquets for up to 250 guests in our spacious Medrus room overlooking Aberystwyth and Cardigan Bay.
Upper Gelli

Address

Gelli Uchaf, Gelli Lane, Golfa, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9BB

Telephone
07949 719618

bookings@uppergelli.co.uk

Golfa, Welshpool

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The perfect getaway, the stunning two-bedroom Bach, our beautiful romantic luxury two-bedroom holiday Lodge and our traditional one-bedroom Shepherd’s Huts provide the ideal base to explore the stunning Mid Wales landscape, visit extraordinary…

Price
Price £150.00 to £250.00 per unit per night
Bliss by the Sea

Address

Flat 2, 60 Marine Terrace, Belmont, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2BX

Telephone
07481612598

aberswan@posteo.de

Aberystwyth

Bright seafront flat with stunning views: stay right on Aberystwyth's promenade in this cheerful and colourful flat, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking for comfort by the sea.
Fraithwen Friesians | Carriage Driving

Address

Fraithwen Friesians, Adfa, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DB

Telephone
07898 891039

gaynor33@hotmail.co.uk

Newtown

Carriage Driving is a lovely, relaxing way to see and hear the countryside, smell the flowers in the hedgerows, enjoy a nice cuppa or other drink on your return and see the horses at home.