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Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth
A Ceredigion seaside town with a mile-long Victorian promenade and the Royal Pier from 1864, the oldest pier in Wales. The Cliff Railway climbs Constitution Hill, which has a large Camera Obscura, and the National Library of Wales is in the town.
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Where to stay
- PromenadeSeafront hotels and guest houses facing Cardigan Bay
- Town centreClose to the station, shops and restaurants
- PenparcauResidential area south of the River Rheidol
- BorthSeaside village about seven miles north
- AberaeronHarbour town about 30 minutes south by car
Getting there
- Aberystwyth station (SY23 1LH) is the terminus of the Cambrian Line from Shrewsbury, about 1h52m, with Machynlleth about 30 minutes away
- The Tourist Information Centre and promenade are straight ahead from the station exit, with buses and taxis outside
- The station car park is small, with 15 spaces, and is charged
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
More places near Aberystwyth
- Barmouthabout 21 miles
- World Bog Snorkelling Championshipsabout 29 miles
- Royal Welsh Showabout 34 miles
- Portmeirionabout 34 miles
- Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railwaysabout 35 miles
- Dan yr Ogof National Showcaves Centre for Walesabout 44 miles
- Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) from Pen-y-Passabout 46 miles
- Hay Festivalabout 47 miles
Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Aberystwyth?
Promenade: Seafront hotels and guest houses facing Cardigan Bay. Town centre: Close to the station, shops and restaurants. Penparcau: Residential area south of the River Rheidol. Borth: Seaside village about seven miles north. Aberaeron: Harbour town about 30 minutes south by car.
How do I get to Aberystwyth?
Aberystwyth station (SY23 1LH) is the terminus of the Cambrian Line from Shrewsbury, about 1h52m, with Machynlleth about 30 minutes away. The Tourist Information Centre and promenade are straight ahead from the station exit, with buses and taxis outside. The station car park is small, with 15 spaces, and is charged.
Any tips for visiting Aberystwyth?
University accommodation can be good value outside term time, and autumn and winter evenings bring the starling murmurations along the promenade.
Which airport is closest to Aberystwyth?
The nearest airport on this site is Cardiff Airport, about 77 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.