Tenby Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tenby featuring boating, a bay or harbour and a beach
Tenby which includes château or palace, views and rocky coastline
Tenby featuring heritage elements as well as a couple
Tenby which includes signage, flowers and markets
Tenby which includes heritage elements as well as a family

In the Little Town of Fishes explore historic structures and colored buildings within the town walls and stroll along the scenic beaches.

With a fishing culture and a lively harbour full of colourful boats, Tenby is an enchanting walled town overlooking Carmarthen Bay. Stretches of sandy beaches flank the coast, while historic churches, museums and galleries lie within the walls. Admire the jumbled array of colourful houses along the harbour.

Stroll leisurely through the town’s historic centre and admire various vestiges of the ramparts. Gaze up at the Five Arches Gate tower, the only remaining gate after most were demolished in the 1700s. The walls were initially built in the 13th century by the Earls of Pembroke.

Walk to the headland on the northeastern part of town for the ruins of Tenby Castle, which was deemed obsolete following the construction of the walls. Follow in the footsteps of the 12th-century Normans as you walk past the remaining castle features.

A path atop Castle Hill connects the ruins to Tenby Harbour. Watch fishermen at work. Turn inland to gaze up at the hills, adorned with colourful houses. Lay down a blanket on the sandy beaches surrounding the promontory and the town. These beaches include South Beach, Castle Beach, Harbour Beach and North Beach.

Venture into the hilly, green countryside outside the town. To the southwest is Manorbier Castle, which offers panoramic views of the sea. Go through the postern gate to access Manorbier Beach. Photograph your favourites from the array of colourful boats. Sunbathe on the sand during warm summers and wrap up in thick layers for a stroll in the cold winters.

Tenby is located on the western part of Carmarthen Bay in Pembrokeshire County in West Wales. It is a little south of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and St. George’s Channel, which separates Wales from Ireland. Fly to Cardiff Airport and drive west for about 90 miles (145 kilometres) to get here.

Enjoy the sleepy fishing village of Tenby and the architectural treasures inside its walls.

The Imperial Hotel

The Imperial Hotel

3.5 out of 5
THE PARAGON, SA70 7HR, Tenby, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.970.506 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.970.506
Rp2.364.607 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
Lovely Tenby hotel in the perfect location
"The hotel has recently had a renovation and oh my what a result. The room we had was a cosy sea view room. It had everything we needed and more. It was 27C the day we stayed so the air-con was very welcomed indeed! I highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Imperial Hotel
The Belgrave Hotel Tenby

The Belgrave Hotel Tenby

3 out of 5
The Belgrave Hotel, The, Esplanade, Tenby, Wales
The price is Rp1.543.727 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.543.727
Rp1.982.766 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tenby. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Ocean Commotion are ...
8/10 Very Good! (59 reviews)
The Belgrave Hotel
"The reception staff were wonderful - nothing was too much trouble. I left my phone charger at home and they lent me one for the weekend. The room was a single and clean, although the decor was dated (the description did say it was a Victorian building). I had breakfast both mornings at The Galley ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

The Belgrave Hotel Tenby
Heywood Spa Hotel

Heywood Spa Hotel

4 out of 5
Heywood Lane, Tenby, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.010.495 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp3.010.495
Rp3.612.594 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (231 reviews)
"Lovely couple of nights stay, staff friendly and helpful, spa facilities were great. Room had everything you need for a great nights sleep. Breakfast had so much choice and the food was excellent."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Heywood Spa Hotel
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.
Lockinbar Holiday Apartment

Lockinbar Holiday Apartment

3.5 out of 5
South Cliff Street, Tenby, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and premium bedding. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Ocean Commotion are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"Very well furnished apartment with everything needed for an enjoyable trip. Parking can be a pain but that's not their fault!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Lockinbar Holiday Apartment
Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby

Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby

4 out of 5
Warren St, Tenby, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and St Mary's Church are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"It’s very well equipped and 5 mins away from all the attractions."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby
The Loft - 1 Bedroom Apartment

The Loft - 1 Bedroom Apartment

4 out of 5
Hall House, Tenby, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Heatherton World of Activities are located ...
Noisy neighbours below
"The Loft was very nice., as the stay was for work we did not get chance to explore. One point the steps up to the loft were very slippy. The people below us were very noisy and we had to go and complain to them as they were banging late at night. First night it was 3a.m and they woke us up,"

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2024

The Loft - 1 Bedroom Apartment
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.

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