Area Attractions
About Aberystwyth
Established over 700 years ago, the town is the 'Heart of Welsh Culture' and boasts the remains of a substantial Edwardian castle, a delightful promenade, a marina, and Constitution Hill with its Camera Obscurer.
Places to visit include:
- The excellent National Library of Wales, a copyright library where many of the greatest Celtic literary treasures are housed
- The Ceredigion Museum which has a fine collection of local artefacts
- An Electric Cliff Railway giving access to the top of Constitution Hill and its Great Camera Obscura
- A wonderful choice of galleries and exhibitions at Aberystwyth Arts Centre and the School of Art
- The Vale of Rheidol Narrow Gauge Steam Railway - leading to the spectacular Devil's Bridge Falls
- King Arthurs Labyrinth
Ceredigion and Cardigan Bay
Aberystwyth lies within the county of Ceredigion (formerly Cardiganshire). Ceredigion's outstanding scenery is just as impressive as the better known landscapes of Wales. The Cambrian Mountains, Rheidol, Ystwyth and Elan valleys offer a haven of peace and tranquility, and provide a host of opportunities for outdoor sports and enjoyment, while much of the coastline is designated Heritage Coast with award-winning beaches.
Many of Ceredigion's attractions are easily accessible even for half day excursions from Aberystwyth. These include:
- The Forestry Commission Visitor Centre at Nant-yr-Arian
- E-on's Hydro-Electric Visitor Centre at Cwm Rheidol
- A Lead and Silver Mining Museum at Llywernog
- The world-renowned Centre for Alternative Technology offers an insight into eco-friendly technology and a challenge for the future!
- Nature reserves at Ynyshir and the Dovey Estuary
- Llanerchaeron Country House Estate, boasting a beautiful Mansion by the architect Nash, and a model home farm and walled garden can be found near Aberaeron.
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