Mid-Wales Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aberystwyth featuring château or palace, building ruins and heritage elements
Devil\'s Bridge showing tranquil scenes, a cascade and forests
Devil\'s Bridge showing a park and flowers
Welshpool which includes food
Devil\'s Bridge showing tranquil scenes and views

Explore eccentric villages, hike through the vast woodland areas and enjoy the adventure activities in the scenic Welsh Midlands.

Mid Wales is a sparsely populated region adorned with green valleys and hills. Charming towns and villages are speckled across this picturesque, rural area, which is known for the spectacular Cambrian Mountains. Learn about organic farming and innovative techniques from the friendly locals.

In the northeastern part of the area is the county of PowysOpens in a new window, where you will find MachynllethOpens in a new window town. See the works at the MOMA Wales modern art gallery and explore the Owain Glyndŵr Parliament House, which is the structure in which parliament was set up in 1404. Find out about modern methods for farming and sustainability at the Centre for Alternative Technology.

Bring your family for the fun activities of the countryside. Handle birds of prey at the Falconry Experience Wales and have a thrilling ride at Coastriders Kitesurfing.

Visit Llandrindod Wells in the heart of the county for its quaint town center. Among the highlights is the Radnorshire Museum that pays homage to an extinct county and tells the story of the region. Stroll through the tranquil woodland area of Rock Park. Go fishing in Llandrindod Lake and capture photos of the Dragon Fountain.

A little southwest is the county of Ceredigion. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the historic market town of AberystwythOpens in a new window and browse the displays at the Ceredigion Museum. Admire Aberystwyth CastleOpens in a new window and take advantage of the warm summers at Aberystwyth Beach. Winters here are generally cold, with occasional snow.

Head to Aberdyfi Beach in its namesake town, which is one of the gateways to Snowdonia National ParkOpens in a new window. Play a few rounds at nearby Aberdovey Golf Club.

Mid Wales occupies the central region of Wales, including the counties of Ceredigion and Powys. Arrive at the airports of Liverpool or Cardiff and take one of the many operational railway lines to get here within several hours. Travel around the region’s villages via rail.

Find rural treasures in Mid Wales, decorated by enchanting villages and serene countryside.

Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns
Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns
4 out of 5
Boulevard De Sainte Brieuc, Aberystwyth, Wales
The price is Rp1.537.114 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.537.114
Rp1.844.537 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star inn in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (663 reviews)
"Stayed here for one night and could not fault it. The staff were all very helpful, the room was clean, and the bed was very comfortable. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns
Queensbridge Hotel
Queensbridge Hotel
3 out of 5
Victoria Terrace, Aberystwyth, Wales
The price is Rp1.623.026 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.623.026
Rp1.947.631 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (273 reviews)
"The proximity to the promenade and shops was perfect. Parking was excellent, we parked for free for nearly three days. It was enjoyable to sit on the verandah and watch the world go by. Reception staff and in the dining room were very polite and helpful. The dining room appeared to have been recently ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Queensbridge Hotel
The Four Seasons Hotel
The Four Seasons Hotel
3.5 out of 5
54 Portland Street, Aberystwyth, Wales
The price is Rp1.969.532 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp1.969.532
Rp2.363.438 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Aberystwyth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (413 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. They stored our luggage before check-in and after we checked out the room. There’s also a small bar and dining options in the hotel. The hotel is also very close to the beach and close to the train station."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

The Four Seasons 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.
Macdonald Plas Talgarth Holiday Resort
Macdonald Plas Talgarth Holiday Resort
3.5 out of 5
Pennal, Machynlleth, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified aparthotel in Machynlleth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
8/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)
"Property (No9) was good and clean and we very much enjoyed our stay. However We were told there were only 5 small steps, but the steps were not small, there were eight large ones in total. (If we had both been unable to get up steps we would have found it impossible to check in or both of us to use ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Macdonald Plas Talgarth Holiday Resort
The Fanny Talbot
The Fanny Talbot
3 out of 5
High Street, Barmouth, Wales
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Barmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Barmouth Beach and Ty Crwyn are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Nice and clean with ample car parking and good shower, a great location too positioned close to the beach and restaurants. My only feedback is the room felt abit dark as it lacked sunlight but other than this it was a great stay."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

The Fanny Talbot
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.

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