Pembrokeshire Travel Guide

Wales

A coastal scene with a large white building, a rocky cliff, and a fort on a small island.
A historic castle with a moat, surrounded by lush greenery and reflecting in calm water.
A coastal scene with three prominent rock formations in the sea.
A coastal cliff with waves crashing against it.
A beach with cliffs and a group of people on horseback.

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A sandy beach with several sailboats anchored near the shore.
Tenby
Known for Recreation, Churches and Fishing
Revered as Wales’ most iconic seaside town, with it’s brightly coloured houses overlooking pristine sandy beaches, Tenby brings quaint charm to the South Wales coastline.

Reasons to visit

  • Tenby Beach
  • Carew Castle
  • Harbour Beach
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A street lined with colorful buildings, parked cars, and a clock tower in the distance.
Pembroke
Known for Friendly people, Spas and Countryside
Don’t let the fact that Pembroke itself is little more than a single street put you off. This is no ordinary street, and this is no ordinary town.

Reasons to visit

  • Barafundle Bay
  • Pembroke Castle
  • Freshwater East Beach
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A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by historic buildings, including a blue one with a sign reading "Scott's".
Haverfordwest
Known for Castle, Boating and Kayaking
Haverfordwest is a vibrant and bustling country town with an eclectic range of activities for the whole family. The county town of Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest is situated in the Welsh countryside on the west banks of the River Cleddau, not far from the world-famous Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

Reasons to visit

  • St. David's Cathedral
  • Skomer
  • Newgale Beach
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A beach at sunset with a person standing in the center, reflecting the sun's rays on the wet sand.
Saundersfoot
Known for Spas, Beaches and Relaxing
Saundersfoot is a fishing village located in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Positioned at the foot of a picturesque wooded valley, it offers unspoilt nature alongside quirky, independent boutiques, bars and restaurants.

Reasons to visit

  • Monkstone Beach
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A street lined with colorful buildings, including 'The Grosvenor' pub and 'Café & Coffee Bar'.
Cardigan
Known for Spas, Historical and Sea
Situated on the south west coast of Wales, close to beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the ancient town of Cardigan is a picturesque little port with activities catering to every taste. Recent efforts to regenerate the town and its quayside have successfully injected Cardigan with a new burst of life.

Reasons to visit

  • Mwnt Beach
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An aerial view of a beach with clear waters, surrounded by green hills and a rocky coastline.
Narberth
Known for Sunrises, Countryside and Theme parks
Escape to relaxing Narberth! Enjoy its theme park, water parks and castle.

Reasons to visit

  • Blue Lagoon Water Park
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A coastal town with colorful buildings, a sandy beach, and a stone pier leading to a harbor with boats.

Tenby Beach

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Visitors to Wales are often staggered by quite how picturesque it can be here and nowhere more so than at Tenby, probably the most iconic seaside town in the country. Tenby Beach is the generic name given to not one but four of its beaches, all of which offer sheltered, deep blue water and outstanding views.
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