Carmarthenshire Travel Guide

Wales

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A stone house with a red roof, a stone wall, and a path leading to a hill with ruins in the background.
A large, historic stone castle with a prominent tower and a circular window.
A historic stone tower with a spiral staircase leading down to a grassy area.
An ancient stone castle with ruins, including a tower, arched windows, and a grassy courtyard.

Popular cities in Carmarthenshire

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Carmarthen
Known for Gardens, Culture and Ports
Carmarthen is said to be the oldest town in Wales, and has an incredibly rich history, dating back to pre-Roman times. The county town of Carmarthenshire, it sits on the River Towy, eight miles north of beautiful Carmarthen Bay and its famous beaches. With an abundance of historical sites, an extremely diverse shopping experience, and pubs and restaurants galore, Carmarthen is a place you will remember for a long time after your visit.

Reasons to visit

  • National Botanic Garden of Wales
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A hilly landscape with scattered trees and a wooden fence.
Llandeilo
Known for Castle, Fishing and Hunting
Llandeilo is calling! Discover its castle, fishing, wildlife and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Dinefwr Park & Castle
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A waterfront promenade with a metal railing overlooking a calm sea and a sunset.
Llanelli
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Bars
Llanelli sits on the River Loughor’s estuary, near the west coast of Wales and in the heart of beautiful Carmarthenshire. Ten miles from Swansea, this picturesque traditional Welsh town was historically a mining town, but more recently has become a popular tourist destination. With a wealth of natural attractions and a rich cultural heritage, it has something to offer every visitor.
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A river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense trees and a cloudy sky.
Newcastle Emlyn
Known for Friendly people, Castle and Diving
Trip time! Discover the castle, diving and monuments in Newcastle Emlyn.
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A rustic garden with a wooden fence, moss-covered chairs, and a backdrop of leafless trees and a mountain.
Llandovery
Known for Bars, Castle and Forests
Llandovery is calling! Discover its bars, forests, horse riding and more.
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A rural landscape with sheep grazing, rolling hills, and scattered houses.
Ammanford
Known for Relaxing, Flowers and Walking
Escape to relaxing Ammanford! Enjoy its mountain views, golf and beaches.
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Stay near popular Carmarthenshire attractions

National Botanic Garden of Wales

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Explore the great outdoors at National Botanic Garden of Wales, a lovely green space in Llanarthney. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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