Below you will find just some of our favourite places to eat, where to stock up on amazing local produce and award-winning takeaways.
Explore our wonderful local attractions, as well as our coastal towns including castles, a gold mine, historic properties and heritage sites – something for everyone. Or, try one of the many activities, from water sports to gin tasting. You will also find links to exploring our scenic coast and walking routes. Click the arrows below to explore some of our recommendations.
There is one local taxi company available, find details here.
Food & Drink
- The Beach Hut (Llangrannog) – Dog-friendly beachside café serving brunch, lunch and fish and chips.
- The Pentre Arms (Llangrannog) – Award-winning, dog-friendly pub next to the beach serving traditional pub grub.
- The Patio Cafe (Llangrannog) – Serves homemade ice cream and sandwiches.
- Tefal y Tan (Llangrannog) – Pizza takeaway, voted Best Pizzeria In Wales 2023.
- The Plwmp Tart (Penbryn) – Fabulous homemade lunches and cakes just a short walk from the beach.
- Crwst (Cardigan) – Dog-friendly cafe serving brunch, lunch and cakes.
- Crwst (Poppit Sands) – café come take out. Brunch, lunch and cakes to go – car park at Poppit Sands.
- Cliff Hotel and Spa (Gwbert) – Bar and lounge with fabulous views across the estuary.
- Yr Hen Printworks (Cardigan) – Michelin accredited restaurant offering a modern twist on tapas.
- The Daffodil (Penrhiwllan) – Dog-friendly restaurant serving craft beer, brunch, evening menus and Sunday Roasts.
- Stubborn Duckling (Aberaeron) – Fine dining restaurant with Evening and Sunday Lunch menus.
- The Harbour Master (Aberaeron) – Bar and fine dining restaurant next to the harbour. Dog-friendly in the bar area.
- The Lime Crab (New Quay) – Takeaway fish and chips with lots of choice!
Local Produce and Farm Shops
- Siop Brynhoffnant (4 miles away) – Very well-stocked Londis and fuel.
- At The Farm Gate (1 mile away on the way to Llangrannog) – Farm shop selling excellent local produce. Pop in, buy on-line, click and collect.
- St Dogmaels Local Producers’ Market – Local fish, seafood, home bakes, cheese and more.
- Cherry Picked Farm Shop & Delicatessen (Sarnau) – Welsh cheese, cured meats, local seafood, fresh bread, cakes and more.
- Watson and Pratt (Aberaeron) – deli and artisan bakery.
- Dewi James Butchers (Cardigan) – Good-quality locally sourced meat.
On the Water
- Cardigan Bay Water Sports (New Quay) – Water sports hire.
- New Quay Boat Trips – Dolphin spotting trips.
- SeaMor (New Quay) – Dolphin spotting trips.
- A Bay to Remember – Dolphin & wildlife boat trips.
- Llandysul Paddlers – Kayaking, white water rafting, river swimming, arking and coasteering.
- Diana Ellen Boat Trips – Leisure cruises along the Teifi estuary.
Places to Visit
- Funicular Railway (Aberystwyth) – The longest electric funicular cliff railway in Britain offering fantastic views.
- The Vale of Rheidol Railway – From Aberystwyth to Devil’s Bridge, waterfalls and tea room.
- Red Kite Centre (just outside Aberystwyth) – Walks, mountain biking and red kite feeding station.
- Cenarth Waterfalls and Coracle Museum – Scenery, walks and local tearooms.
- National Wool Museum (Newcastle Emlyn) – a must-visit if you love crafts.
- Shire Horse Centre (Crymch) – Farm attraction specializing in Shire Horses
- Cardigan Wildlife Centre – River, marshes and wood walks along the river Teifi. Finish at the cafe.
- Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park – See farm animals and other wildlife.
- Cardigan Castle – Discover local history at this landmark.
- Mill Rundel Pottery (Drefach Felindre) – Shop, taster sessions, workshops.
- Nanty Felin Pottery (Lampeter) – Shop, lessons, workshops.
- Castell Henllys Iron Age Village – Immerse yourself in history. Visit the gift shop and cafe too.
Distilleries & Meaderies
- In The Welsh Wind (Cardigan) – Gin tasting, gin making and cocktail master classes.
- Dà Mhìle (Llandysul) – Gin tours and tastings
- Afon Mêl – Honey farm and meadery, with woodland walks and exhibitions.
Cheese Shops & Tours
- Caws Cenarth – Award-winning artisan cheese.
- Teifi Cheese – Award-winning artisan cheese.
National Trust Locations
- Hafod Estate – Walks, waterfall and flower gardens.
- Llanerchaeron – Georgian villa, with a walled garden, farmyard lake and wild parkland.
- Dolaucothi Gold Mine – The UK’s only known Roman Gold Mine.
- Dinefwr – House, deer park and gardens.
Gardens and Plants
- Plant fairs and nurseries in West Wales.
- Aberglasney Gardens (Llangathen) – Lovely seasonal walks and a great restaurant.
- National Botanical Garden of Wales (Llanarthne) – Wonderful gardens and home to the British Bird of Prey Centre.
- Cae Hir Gardens (Lampeter) – Ornamental garden, nursery and tearoom.
CADW
- Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber – Skeletal remains of a Neolithic tomb.
- St Dogmeal’s Abbey – Ruins of a religious settlement with a gift shop and refreshments.
- Cilgerran Castle – Spectacular castle above the deep gorge of the River Teifi.
- Strata Florida Abbey – A burial ground to generations of Welsh Princes.
Coastal Path
- Wales coast path – A coastal path with wonderful scenery.
- Wales coast path – Plan your walk, interactive maps available.