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What to see in Tenby?
15 places selected by the community - landmarks, nature, hidden restaurants and activities.
Landmarks & heritage
4 places
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Gumfreston Church (St Lawrence)
Minute 12th-century Norman church set in a wooded valley 2 km from Tenby, surrounded by a cemetery with sacred springs. An almost unknown medieval pilgrimage site with a timeless atmosphere.
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Tenby Town Walls
Among Wales' finest preserved medieval walls, dating from the 13th century. A walk along these ramparts affords a unique perspective on the old town and harbour.
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Landmark
Penally Church (St Nicholas and St Teilo)
Modest Norman church in the neighbouring village of Penally, with a 9th-century Celtic cross in the churchyard. An underappreciated pilgrimage destination that speaks to the antiquity of Christianity in the region.
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Landmark
Caldey Island Monastery
Active Cistercian monastery where monks produce their own fragrances and chocolate. The island itself is a sanctuary of tranquillity, reached by boat from Tenby harbour.
Nature
1 place
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Pembrokeshire Coast Path – Tenby to Manorbier Section
Spectacular stretch of the national coastal path between Tenby and Manorbier (approximately 10 km). Limestone cliffs, hidden coves and views across Carmarthen Bay at every turn—Pembrokeshire at its finest.
Parks & gardens
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Park
Tenby Walled Garden
Restored Victorian garden in the heart of town, run by local volunteers, with vegetable plots and medicinal plants. A peaceful haven overlooked by most visitors, just steps from the bustling harbour.
Activities
4 places
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Activity
Giltar Point Coastal Walk
Coastal path from Penally to Giltar Point, offering sweeping views of limestone cliffs and the Irish Sea. Common dolphins and porpoises are frequently spotted from the heights.
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Activity
Tenby Golf Club
Wales's oldest golf club (founded 1888), featuring a links course perched on cliffs overlooking the sea. Welcomes visitors—an authentically British golfing experience.
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Activity
Pembrokeshire Puffin Survey Walk (Giltar Point)
Rocky headland south of South Beach, a prime vantage point for puffins and grey seals. Local birdwatchers gather here at dawn—binoculars recommended.
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Activity
Caldey Island Boat Trip
Twenty-minute crossing from Tenby Harbour to the monastic island of Caldey. Boats trace the cliff faces where guillemots and puffins nest during the spring season.
Beaches
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Castle Beach Tenby
Sheltered beach nestled beneath Castle Hill, quieter than South and North Beach, accessible at low tide. Dramatic setting with towering cliffs and direct views across to Caldey Island.
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Beach
Waterwynch Bay
Secluded cove accessible only by a steep path from the Coast Path north of Tenby. A completely unspoilt sandy beach with no facilities—one of the best-kept secrets among locals.
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Beach
North Beach Tenby
Tenby's principal beach, framed by colourful cliffs and Georgian townhouses overlooking the harbour. Blue Flag status, crystalline waters and a direct view of Caldey Island – an authentic postcard scene.
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Beach
South Beach Tenby
Two kilometres of golden sand stretching towards Penally, far less crowded than North Beach. Perfect for walking at low tide across exposed rocks, with views towards Caldey Island.
More to discover
1 place
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Saundersfoot Harbour
Charming marina 4 km from Tenby, with harbourside seafood restaurants and a popular family beach. More relaxed and less touristy than Tenby during high season.
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