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Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay

Fresh air, freedom and adventure make Cardigan Bay and Ceredigion the perfect destination for a get away from it all break or full-on family holiday. Take a dolphin spotting boat trip, walk the coast path, catch a wave or simply enjoy some family fun at our Blue Flag beaches. Head inland for mountain lakes and waterfalls, market towns and romantic wilderness.

Map highlighting the mid Wales region
New Quay harbour from above.
Three children running in the shallows of the sea on a beach.

Ceredigion - a perfect mix of coast and countryside

Here's our guide to the top things to see and do in Ceredigion.

Topics:

  • Trains and railways
  • Historic buildings
  • Family
  • List
  • Outdoor
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay

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A coastal  harbour town with boats in the bay.

Ever seen a dolphin leap from the ocean?

Take a boat trip from New Quay to explore the rich marine wildlife in their natural habitat.

Topics:

  • AONB
  • Coastline
  • List
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Der Fluss Teifi in Cardigan.

Discovering the hidden treasures of Cardigan

New Cardigan devotee Jude Rogers shares her favourite things to do in the area.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Coastline
  • Through My Eyes
  • Shopping
Mid Wales
Der hübsche Ort Aberaeron.

Enchanting Aberaeron

Aberaeron in Mid Wales has great food, natural wonders, historic landscapes and a proud heritage.

Topics:

  • National Trust
  • Historic buildings
  • Coastline
  • List
  • Food
Mid Wales
Beach at Mwnt.

Cardigan Bay coastal adventures

Discover some of the activities, adventures and attractions near Cardigan Bay in Mid Wales.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Coastline
  • List
Mid Wales
River Teifi in low light with boars on the river.

Teifi Valley adventures

Discover the best things to see, eat, drink and do along the shores of the River Teifi.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • List
  • Food
  • Outdoor
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Views of Aberystwyth bay from the Cliff top railway.

An insider's guide to Aberystwyth

Discover the best places to stay, eat amazing food, shop and chill out in Ceredigion's largest town.

Topics:

  • Annual holidays
  • Coastline
  • My place
  • Trip
Mid Wales
Chocolate hearts created by Wickedly Welsh Chocolate Company.

Sample sweet treats along The Coastal Way

Take a trip along Wales' Coastal Way, where you can see how chocolate, ice cream and honey are made.

Topics:

  • Coastline
  • Trip
  • Food
Inside a large venue where people are watching a comedy show

Laughing all the way to Aberystwyth

Esyllt Sears tells us why the Aberystwyth Comedy Festival should be on any comedy fan's list.

Topics:

  • Gigs
  • Trip
  • Arts
  • Indoor
Mid Wales
Close up of dolphin coming out of water

Dolphin sightseeing locations

Find the best places for year round dolphin-spotting on the west coast of Wales in Cardigan Bay.

Topics:

  • Family
  • Coastline
  • My place
  • Outdoor
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Two women in front of the sea with Constitution Hill in the background.

Road tripping back to Aberystwyth

Comedy writer and performer Esyllt Sears' favourite places to visit near her hometown, Aberystwyth.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • My place
  • Food
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
An estuary meeting the sea overlooking a small town.

A Cilgerran to Cardigan walk through history

Follow the River Teifi from Cilgerran Castle to the sea along this fascinating six-mile (10km) walk.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • National Trust
  • Countryside
  • Trip
West Wales
New Quay harbour from above.

Discover the coastal communities of Wales

Discover some of our favourite picturesque harbours and colourful seafronts to lose yourself in.

Topics:

  • Coastline
  • City / Town
  • List
  • Food
Robin sat on the branch of an oak sapling in autumn.

A wildlife paradise at all times of year

The Dyfi Biosphere is home to ospreys, dolphins, orchids, red kites and colourful butterflies.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • Countryside
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
man and two children walking with view towards Aberystwyth coast.

Calming seaside towns

Discover some of the seaside towns and historic features in coastal Mid Wales.

Topics:

  • Trains and railways
  • Myths and legends
  • Coastline
  • City / Town
Mid Wales
Aerial view of Barmouth Mawddach Estuary Snowdonia.

A week travelling the Coastal Way

Hidden coves, rare sealife, craggy castles and bustling coastal towns are all on this epic route.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Coastline
  • Trip
Chefs cooking at Fforest.

Head to fforest for a feast 

Transport yourself back to nature at Ceredigion's fforest farm and indulge in a feast weekend.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • Food
  • Drink
  • Camping / Campsite
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