Aberaeron

Travel Guide

Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

The seaside resort of Aberaeron is situated on the beautifulstretch of the west coast of Wales. at the mouth of the River Aeron.Hidden in a secluded spot at the mouth of the River Aeron, andwith just 2,000 residents, if you like the great outdoors, you’ll love thescenic walking routes and outdoor activities on offer here.

A small town with a big history, settlements in the area date back to the 12th Century. The seaside resort is now popular for its country walking trails, dolphin watching tours and its tranquillity. Visit Aberaeron and you’ll experience the best that Wales has to offer.

Architecture in Aberaeron

Unlike most towns in Wales, Aberaeron did not evolve around the changing demands of industry, but was planned from the start. Built in the popular 19th Century Regency style, Aberaeron is centred on a central Regency Square. Today, it is this grand but inherently playful and multi-coloured architecture, as well as its sleepy harbour, which make this town such a unique and charming place to visit.

The Llanerchaeron Trail

Take a short walk away from all that Regency splendour, following the playful curves of the river, and you will arrive at Llanerchaeron, an 18th Century estate complete with stunning country villa and magnificently landscaped gardens.

This working estate has a farmhouse complete with cows, ducks, pigs, sheep and nearby fields where fruit and vegetables are grown. A visit to the estate makes a wonderful chance to enjoy the Welsh countryside: take a picnic, or buy your provisions here as the estate’s fruit, vegetables and dairy products are all for sale. You won’t be short of a tipple to quench your thirst either as there is a brewery on site too!

Dolphin Watching in Aberaeron

If you’ve always wanted to see dolphins in the wild, this is your chance. Throughout summer, Cardigan Bay hosts dolphin watching tours and the area is home to more dolphins than anywhere in the UK. So get on board and enjoy the rush of heading out on the water in a speedboat to try and catch a sight of these most intelligent and playful creatures.

Festivals in Aberaeron

Aberaeron plays host to two annual festivals. Aberaeron Carnival is perfect for families on their summer holidays every August this vibrant and playful event includes a colourful procession accompanied by foot-tapping live jazz music, and it is widely considered to be one of the best carnivals in Wales. Aberaeron also hosts the Welsh Pony and Cob Festival, showcasing the best horses and ponies in the region.

Enjoy Aberaeron

With this just a taste of what’s on offer in this delightful seaside resort, search online, book a break in Aberaeron today and see what delights you can discover here for yourself.

Harbourmaster

Harbourmaster

5 out of 5
Pen Cei, Aberaeron, Wales
The price is RM786 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
RM786
RM943 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Aberaeron. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
One night visit to Harbourmaster
"A lovely hotel, very well thought out styling with everything you might want in our room. Staff are friendly and welcoming, the food was also very good. Its location on the side of the river is very picturesque, the car park is small but there is public parking nearby."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Harbourmaster
Feathers Hotel, Bar and Restaurant

Feathers Hotel, Bar and Restaurant

5 out of 5
Alban Square, Aberaeron, Wales
The price is RM588 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM588
RM706 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Aberaeron. Enjoy free parking, 2 meeting rooms, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Llanerchaeron and Cardigan Bay ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (136 reviews)
"Good location, nice food and pleasant staff."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Feathers Hotel, Bar and Restaurant
Arosfa Harbourside Guest House

Arosfa Harbourside Guest House

3.5 out of 5
1 Tabernacle Street, Aberaeron, Wales
The price is RM743 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
RM743
RM892 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Aberaeron. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre and Llanerchaeron ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
"good breakfast. Nice location."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Arosfa Harbourside Guest House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bari

Bari

3.5 out of 5
Aberaeron
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Aberaeron. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre and Llanerchaeron ...
FABULOUS COTTAGE NEAR THE BEACH
"Fabulous location just a stones throw from the beach. Everything you needed was in the cottage. Floors a bit creaky but to be expected in an old building. No trouble parking on the street though not sure if this is the case in the height of summer. Bit confusing about rubbish(other than a weekly ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2023

Bari
D12 Treetops

D12 Treetops

3 out of 5
Clarach Bay Caravan Park Clarach, Aberystwyth, Wales
Stay at this 3-star golf cottage in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Clarach Beach and Constitution Hill are ...
6/10 (1 review)
"D12 treetops at Clarach bay is a lovely setting. Family friendly and lovely staff. We had hot water and good recycling facilities. The site was perfect. However, some of our bedcovers had chocolate on them!!! We found spares to use instead. The green headboard on the main bedroom had a strong smell ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

D12 Treetops
Ty Belgrave House

Ty Belgrave House

3.5 out of 5
Marine Terrace, Aberystwyth, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Aberystwyth. Enjoy a full-service spa and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ceredigion Museum and Castle Theatre are ...
7.6/10 Good! (12 reviews)
"Booked a 3 bed flat and was charged for a 3 bed flat. Instead of getting what we had booked we had to move every night from a 2 bed flat to a studio flat and back to another 2 bed flat (there was 4 of us). Instead of offering an compensation they just said that it was my fault."

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Ty Belgrave House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.