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185 kmThings to do
2 days in Tenby
Day 1
- MorningWalk the medieval town walls and down to the pastel harbour.
- AfternoonTake the boat to Caldey Island and its monastery, from spring to autumn.
- EveningHave dinner in the old town's lanes.
Day 2
Walk a stretch of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to Saundersfoot.
What to eat
Fish and chips and Welsh ice cream.
Local tips
Make the most of Tenby
Beat the crowds
Summer and school holidays are busy. Spring and autumn are calm and still bright.
Best photo spot
The pastel houses stacked above the little harbour, from Castle Hill.
Getting there
Trains run from Swansea in about 1.5 hours. The town centre is inside the old walls and easy to walk.
Don't miss nearby
Caldey Island, home to monks, reached by boat, and Barafundle Bay on the coast path.
Good to know
Boats to Caldey Island don't run on Sundays. At low tide you can walk around to the small St Catherine's Island.
Plan your visit
Getting to Tenby
At a glance
Questions
Tenby: good to know
Is Tenby worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you like the coast and historic old towns. Pastel houses inside medieval walls above golden beaches.
How many days do you need in Tenby?
Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.
When is the best time to visit Tenby?
The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Summer and school holidays are busy. Spring and autumn are calm and still bright.
How do you get to Tenby?
The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport (CWL), about 100 km away. Trains run from Swansea in about 1.5 hours. The town centre is inside the old walls and easy to walk.
What is there to see near Tenby?
Nearby hidden places include Portmeirion (144 km), Bristol (148 km) and Ludlow (156 km).