Things to do & places to visit in Ceredigion, United Kingdom

Ceredigion #70 destination in United Kingdom 2023. The average rating score is 4.41 based on 10.9k traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: Europe/London, current date and time: Monday, May 06, 2024, 5:30.

Top things to do (23)

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5.0 Mwnt Beach (965 reviews)
- Amazing sunset views
Beaches

We were staying in Felinwynt and drove to Mwnt one evening to photograph the sunset. Large car park (free for National Trust members) on the main road which is close to the church, the paths up the hill and the path down to the beach. Stunning views from all around really and it's a lovely clean beach. See more..
5.0 Internal Fire Museum of Power (128 reviews)
- A fascinating half day
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Science Museums • History Museums

Internal Fire is a working museum covering the history of the internal combustion engine and now covering steam as well. Engines from small farm generators to 32 ton pumping engines run daily and other displays include working vintage telephone exchanges and radios. Over 9 Halls of exhibits. The museum has a cafe serving drinks and light snacks plus a shop with second hand books etc. NOTE: Seasonal Opening, opens for 2022 season April 9th. See more..
5.0 Saddle Tramps Trail Riding (102 reviews)
- Freezing cold but fantastic!
Equestrian Trails

Enjoyed a one hour hack through the lovely Welsh countryside and woodland. Horses were amazing- well loved, calm and brilliant at following instructions. The stables are really in the middle of nowhere and we didn't have a clue how to find them but thanks to concise instructions from Sam we found it without any trouble. A magical place- so quiet and picturesque but boy was it cold! Sam and Tim took our group out, walking alongside the adults to give us confidence ( ridden before but still beginners) whereas my daughters ( aged 9 and 10 novices) were confident and happy to follow the lead horse. Both Sam and Tim were entertaining and knowledgeable in their conversation and it was lovely to hear about their venture and how it came about. I would highly recommend Saddletramps to anyone and I bet it is especially lovely in the summer months too when the skies are blue and you can see for miles from the top of the mountain. Thank you. See more..
5.0 Hafod Uchtryd (102 reviews)
- A picturesque wonder
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Forests • Gardens

One of Europe's finest examples of an 18th-century picturesque landscape, Hafod Uchrtrydd is a wooded estate located in the foothills of the Cambrian mountains of Ceredigion, Wales. The 9 miles of restored footpaths offer the visitor a unique experience which encompasse: the rich historic, a valuable and diverse ecology and the opportunity to be with wild nature. See more..
5.0 The Moody Calf Play Barn (46 reviews)
- Probably the best play barn we've been to!
Monday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Playgrounds

Wow!! We have holidayed in the area for 30 years and were thrilled when we first visited the Moody Cow a couple of years back... We stayed locally again earlier this month and actually brought our 3 year old twins for 4 days on the trot to the New Play barn as they loved it so much. Fabulous equipment, tasty cakes, yummy drinks, free wifi and a great time had by all! Gutted we don't have anything this great near us! Bravo to your local artist too, he has done a wonderful job on the decor inside! See you again! See more..
5.0 Bwlch y Geuffordd Gardens (42 reviews)
- A real life wonderland.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens

Bwlch y Geuffordd Gardens in Bronant is an ideal place to visit . Featured in the last series of “Pobl a’u Gerddi”, and also featured in ITV's Love Your Garden with Alan Titchmarsh, aired March 2020. Joint runner up of Gardeners World “Garden of the Year” competition, category “Challenging Plot”. There is something here for everyone. The garden is open daily, and is an adventure and fantasy garden for children (and adults). It is also a water garden, sculpture park, sumptuous flower garden, and so much more. Although the individual gardens differ widely in character, they still hang together as a delicious whole. It is peaceful, inspiring and colourful, wacky and wonderful, full of surprises, and a great day out for all the family. See more..
5.0 In the Welsh Wind Distillery (31 reviews)
- One of a kind
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries

Welcome to In the Welsh Wind distillery. A working distillery on the West Wales coast, we are proud to be innovators and providers of bespoke, small batch premium spirits and gin experiences. Join us for bespoke gin making experiences in our gin lab, and gin tasting opportunities in our lounge. Our Gin Making Experience offers you the opportunity to become the distiller and discover your own gin, guided by our expert team. Choose your preferred balance of botanicals, operate one of our custom-made copper pot mini stills, and craft a bottle of your very own to label and take home. Our experiences are for a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 16 (based on 2 people sharing an experience - and a still) - COVID rules dependant. Come to the distillery for a gin tasting - after your welcome gin and tonic, you'll explore 3 of our craft gins, learn about their flavour profiles and decide which you prefer before enjoying another g&t. Learn about our pioneering Welsh Origin Whisky project! See more..
5.0 Mwnt Beach (965 reviews)
- Amazing sunset views
Beaches

We were staying in Felinwynt and drove to Mwnt one evening to photograph the sunset. Large car park (free for National Trust members) on the main road which is close to the church, the paths up the hill and the path down to the beach. Stunning views from all around really and it's a lovely clean beach. See more..
5.0 Internal Fire Museum of Power (128 reviews)
- A fascinating half day
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Science Museums • History Museums

Internal Fire is a working museum covering the history of the internal combustion engine and now covering steam as well. Engines from small farm generators to 32 ton pumping engines run daily and other displays include working vintage telephone exchanges and radios. Over 9 Halls of exhibits. The museum has a cafe serving drinks and light snacks plus a shop with second hand books etc. NOTE: Seasonal Opening, opens for 2022 season April 9th. See more..
4.5 Devil's Bridge Falls (1.116 reviews)
- So many stairs - great views of the falls
Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bridges • Waterfalls

The attraction consists of two circular walks. The longer of the two walks takes about 45 minutes to an hour. After seeing the famous unique 3 Bridges built one on top of the other you will walk through the woods and descend right down into the Rheidol gorge where you will have fantastic views of the 300ft Mynach waterfalls. The path is tough going and you will have to climb down Jacobs' Ladder which consists of 100 steps in one continuous flight. Don't worry there are handrails along the way. Once you have crossed over the little humped bridge at the bottom of the gorge you will need to climb back up the other side passing the Robbers' cave on the way. If this walk is too strenuous then chose the short walk which only takes 10 to 15 minutes. On this shorter walk, you will see the 3bridges built one on top of the other and the Punch Bowl where the river has created amazing pools in the rock. On both walks, there are many steep uneven steps and sensible shoes are recommended. See more..
4.5 Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre (943 reviews)
- Bird Watching Heaven
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visitor Centers

At just over 30 miles from our accommodation this was a “must see” attraction we didn’t want to miss. Bear in mind this place is very popular with mountain bikers but I think the trails are further away from from the visitor centre. Also popular with dog walkers but we didn’t notice any “deposits”! It’s quite a pretty place and the main attraction is the Red Kite feeding at 3pm (summer) and 2pm winter Also the cafe serves excellent food with a varied menu at reasonable prices. We were visiting this part of Wales in an electric car, so you have to plan re public charge points, but was easily done in a car with about 250 mls range. Several chargers in Aberystwyth or Machynlleth. See more..
4.5 Poppit Sands Beach (848 reviews)
- Our favourite beach 5*, cafe has changed owners 4*
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches

Fantastic sandy beach and sand dunes. Huge when the tide is out. Dog friendly to the right and plenty of space to be able to keep your distance from other dogs if your dog is nervous. Sand dunes at the back of the beach. Plenty of car parking space, toilets, RNLI shop and also a cafe. Cafe has changed ownership since we last visited a few years ago and they no longer do the fantastic baked potatoes. New cafe is fine for coffee, cake or ice cream but not as good as the old one for lunch. We visited on a sunny Monday and they had run out of their filled rolls by 2pm , think its pre-prepared at their other venue. Polite friendly staff though. Ice-creams were huge and great selection of flavours. See more..
4.5 Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park (593 reviews)
- Fantastic place to spend a few hours at
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 26, 2023 Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Named for its spectacular views across to Cardigan Island just 200 metres offshore, this unique Farm Park which also overlooks the Teifi estuary and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, is located on a picturesque headland in the southern part of Cardigan Bay. The island itself is a private nature reserve owned by The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. Opened in 1993, the Farm Park is situated on part of our farm, Clyn-yr-Ynys. Our family has farmed here over 5 generations and counting, and we are very much a family run business. Come and say hello to our farm animals; enjoy our fenced clifftop walk to the headland from where you can watch the seals that breed in the caves below the Farm Park cliffs or spot our frequent dolphin visitors; browse in our gift shop, with a selection of toys and books as well as local and Welsh crafts; children will enjoy our indoor and outdoor play areas; have a bite to eat in our café and enjoy the scenery; or stay a little longer at our campsite. See more..
4.5 Llanerchaeron (542 reviews)
- Walled gardens a delight
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Gardens

An elegant Georgian villa, set in the wooded Aeron valley. Remarkably unaltered for over 200 years, this self-sufficient estate includes a farm, walled gardens and lake. See more..
4.5 Silver Mountain Experience (379 reviews)
- Fab day out!!
Mines

Where history, myth and legend collide in a fantastic day out for the whole family! Set against the dramatic Cambrian Mountains, The Silver Mountain Experience is not your usual day out. Experience guided tour A Miner’s Life, which immerses you in the original and rare setting of our 250 year old Silver-Lead Mine, both above and below ground with exclusive access to the Ore Crusher. Discover the fascinating facts of mining life in by-gone times as it would have been seen through the eyes of a miner. Explore Welsh myth and legend in our theatrical experiences: A Dragon’s Tale, ‘The Knight’s Quest’: An exciting adventure searching for Grotty, Silver Mountain’s mystical, secretive and shy dragon. Follow the clues, crack the codes, and see if you can find this friendly creature! This actor-led experience is perfect for younger explorers up to the age of 8, and a hilarious adventure for all the family! The Black Chasm: Ancient myths, local legends and gruesome history are brought to li See more..
4.5 Amgueddfa Ceredigion Museum (332 reviews)
- A superb visit.......
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums

Ceredigion Museum is a living mediator between the past and present. We aim to reflect the history of the county through material evidence. Ceredigion Museum is based at the Coliseum, Aberystwyth, with additional facilities throughout the county. Along with the permanent displays the museum has a lively programme of temporary exhibitions and events. Admission is free See more..
4.5 Tresaith Beach (285 reviews)
- Such a beautiful place
Beaches

I was really excited to come here when I discovered there was a waterfall on the beach and my gosh it didnt disappoint. What made it even better was we had the waterfall to ourselves which we found to be really romantic and had plenty of time to take lots of photos together The waterfall is located just over the rocks from Tresaith beach itself. To get to the beach, it is a short drive down a narrow road from the main road (A487). The beachfront parking is very limited (only around 4 spaces), but there is a parking area on the right hand side when coming into the area, where you can put £2 in a trust box. The parking is sign posted, but can easily be missed if you're not looking for it. Overall such a beautiful place on a sunny day. I envy the people who live there Definitely worth a visit See more..
4.5 Ynyslas National Nature Reserve (248 reviews)
- Wonderful scenery
Nature & Wildlife Areas

I have loved this area ever since I was a child. We taught our first dog to swim here because you can drive and park on the beach and it's just a small walk over to the water. We recently visited with our new puppy because we wanted to see how she reacted to the beach and water and she had a fab time, she got a dirty as possible and there was no swimming training required, she jumped straight in like a duck to water. See more..
4.5 National Library of Wales (239 reviews)
- About brilliant.
Monday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Libraries

We really loved the library. It is set on a hill overlooking the town and the building itself is impressive. Staff are very friendly and helpful. There are some fascinating old books and the exhibition of prints was really interesting. It would be worth a visit for anyone but would be particularly emotive for Welsh people. See more..
4.5 Aberporth Beach (238 reviews)
- HIDDEN GEM - MUST SEE
Beaches

This was perfect. The Sunset was stunning, amazing place for a picnic and to build sandcastles and to swim and just dip the feet in the water. We read books and even took a nap. Parking is not close so be prepared to walk. The breeze was lovely and the sand was clean See more..
4.5 Cae Hir Gardens (119 reviews)
- Dutch Delights and Red Kites
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens

'A Welsh garden with a Dutch history', Cae Hir is the extraordinary creation of Dutchman Wil Akkermans, whose family history in Dutch horticulture stretches back over 200 years. Covering 6 acres of Welsh hillside, this RHS Partner Garden unites a meandering stream and water garden, species rose garden, bonsai collection, local slate stonework and innovative formal features into one informal and unpredictable whole. See more..
4.5 Penbryn Beach (115 reviews)
- A Dreamy, Paradise of a Amazing Beach
Beaches

This beach is something else! A bit off the main road, it's huge and on a good day it's like a dream where you can't see the place where the sea and the sky meet. The beach is beautifully clean with enough space for families to go with children and have a wonderful day out. Be aware that the toilets are not great, there's a bit of a walk from the car park to the beach (though you can drop people off at the beach and drive back up - not a great idea given the road is narrow and people are walking up and down it) and the cafe is a little bit on the expensive side (though the staff are wonderful, cheerful and helpful). See more..
4.5 Welsh Quilt Centre (84 reviews)
- An exhibition not to be missed
Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

The Welsh Quilt Centre's main gallery will be re-opening for a brand new quilt exhibition in March 2022 The new exhibition THE MAGICAL QUILTS OF WALES will run through the Autumn . ( please contact us for more details ) The Welsh Quilt Centre's shop is currently open along with a mini Quilt Exhibition in Gallery Three . Open Tues , Wed, Thurs 11- 3.00 The Welsh Quilt Centre opened in Lampeter Town Hall in 2009 to celebrate the Welsh Quilt and to promote a wider understanding of the importance of this regional art form. Here you can enjoy stunning exhibitions of Welsh Quilts in the gallery, attend quilt-related courses or just browse the intriguing Welsh Quilt Centre Gallery Shop. Jen Jones original cottage shop in Llanybydder also remains open. See more..
4.5 Ceredigion Coast Path (58 reviews)
- One way walk
Spent 1-2 hours Scenic Walking Areas

We walked from Aberystwyth to Borth, 5 miles according to the signs but 6+ if you go from the centre of Aberystwyth to the centre of Borth. It may be a coastal path but this stretch is very hilly and there are no suitable short cuts. Over the 5 miles we climbed over 1200ft so it's a tough walk. Well worth it if you have the energy but best to be aware that there no short cut opt outs so it's all or nothing. Fantastic views over the coast and fields to those who don't mind a bit of climbing. There are hourly buses and trains running from Borth to Aberystwyth so a nice easy trip back for those staying in Aberystwyth. See more..
4.5 Cei Bach Beach (53 reviews)
- Lovely site
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

Excellent clean site , seasonal campers were very friendly especially the two couple next door and opposite to pitch 17 . Beautiful views. Only thing to mention for security purposes is the gate on the park , I feel it should have a security code as anyone can enter from the beach so can’t relax if kids in park. See more..
4.5 Devil's Bridge Falls (1.116 reviews)
- So many stairs - great views of the falls
Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bridges • Waterfalls

The attraction consists of two circular walks. The longer of the two walks takes about 45 minutes to an hour. After seeing the famous unique 3 Bridges built one on top of the other you will walk through the woods and descend right down into the Rheidol gorge where you will have fantastic views of the 300ft Mynach waterfalls. The path is tough going and you will have to climb down Jacobs' Ladder which consists of 100 steps in one continuous flight. Don't worry there are handrails along the way. Once you have crossed over the little humped bridge at the bottom of the gorge you will need to climb back up the other side passing the Robbers' cave on the way. If this walk is too strenuous then chose the short walk which only takes 10 to 15 minutes. On this shorter walk, you will see the 3bridges built one on top of the other and the Punch Bowl where the river has created amazing pools in the rock. On both walks, there are many steep uneven steps and sensible shoes are recommended. See more..
4.5 Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre (943 reviews)
- Bird Watching Heaven
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visitor Centers

At just over 30 miles from our accommodation this was a “must see” attraction we didn’t want to miss. Bear in mind this place is very popular with mountain bikers but I think the trails are further away from from the visitor centre. Also popular with dog walkers but we didn’t notice any “deposits”! It’s quite a pretty place and the main attraction is the Red Kite feeding at 3pm (summer) and 2pm winter Also the cafe serves excellent food with a varied menu at reasonable prices. We were visiting this part of Wales in an electric car, so you have to plan re public charge points, but was easily done in a car with about 250 mls range. Several chargers in Aberystwyth or Machynlleth. See more..
4.5 Poppit Sands Beach (848 reviews)
- Our favourite beach 5*, cafe has changed owners 4*
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches

Fantastic sandy beach and sand dunes. Huge when the tide is out. Dog friendly to the right and plenty of space to be able to keep your distance from other dogs if your dog is nervous. Sand dunes at the back of the beach. Plenty of car parking space, toilets, RNLI shop and also a cafe. Cafe has changed ownership since we last visited a few years ago and they no longer do the fantastic baked potatoes. New cafe is fine for coffee, cake or ice cream but not as good as the old one for lunch. We visited on a sunny Monday and they had run out of their filled rolls by 2pm , think its pre-prepared at their other venue. Polite friendly staff though. Ice-creams were huge and great selection of flavours. See more..
4.5 Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park (593 reviews)
- Fantastic place to spend a few hours at
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 26, 2023 Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Named for its spectacular views across to Cardigan Island just 200 metres offshore, this unique Farm Park which also overlooks the Teifi estuary and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, is located on a picturesque headland in the southern part of Cardigan Bay. The island itself is a private nature reserve owned by The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. Opened in 1993, the Farm Park is situated on part of our farm, Clyn-yr-Ynys. Our family has farmed here over 5 generations and counting, and we are very much a family run business. Come and say hello to our farm animals; enjoy our fenced clifftop walk to the headland from where you can watch the seals that breed in the caves below the Farm Park cliffs or spot our frequent dolphin visitors; browse in our gift shop, with a selection of toys and books as well as local and Welsh crafts; children will enjoy our indoor and outdoor play areas; have a bite to eat in our café and enjoy the scenery; or stay a little longer at our campsite. See more..
4.5 Llanerchaeron (542 reviews)
- Walled gardens a delight
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Gardens

An elegant Georgian villa, set in the wooded Aeron valley. Remarkably unaltered for over 200 years, this self-sufficient estate includes a farm, walled gardens and lake. See more..