A weekend in Pembrokeshire

A rugged coast of golden beaches, seabirds and a famous coast path

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Updated October 2026

Pembrokeshire has the UK's only coastal national park, with a 186-mile coast path, sandy bays and dramatic cliffs. St Davids, the UK's smallest city, has a beautiful cathedral, and islands such as Skomer are famous for puffins.

It is a classic family and walkers' destination, and brilliant for wildlife.

Best forWalkers, Families, Dog owners, Wildlife lovers

Best time to goMay to September for beaches, puffins and boat trips. Spring wildflowers are spectacular.

Typical budget (2 people, 2 nights)£320–£560, excluding travel

Getting thereCardiff: About 2 hours by car.

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Plan your weekend in Pembrokeshire

Top attractions in Pembrokeshire

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path

A long-distance trail with short sections suited to any weekend.

St Davids

A tiny city with a cathedral and ruined bishop's palace.

Barafundle Bay

A beautiful sandy bay reached on foot.

Skomer Island

A wildlife island known for puffins in season.

Tenby

A colourful harbour town with sandy beaches.

Best things to do in Pembrokeshire

Guides to the activities most people plan a weekend around.

Coasteering in Pembrokeshire

Coasteering means travelling along the rocky coastline by swimming, scrambling and jumping into the sea, with a guide, helmet and wetsuit. Allow 2 to 3 hours.

A day on Tenby's beaches

Tenby is a walled harbour town in Pembrokeshire, with pastel-coloured houses and four sandy beaches including North Beach, South Beach, Castle Beach and Harbour Beach. Allow a half day to a full day.

Pen y Fan walk

Pen y Fan is the highest peak in southern Britain at 886 metres. Allow 3 to 4 hours.

Best areas to stay in Pembrokeshire

Tenby

A lively seaside town with beaches and restaurants.

St Davids

A cathedral city with a walkers' feel.

Solva or Newport

Pretty, quiet coastal villages.

Best hotels in Pembrokeshire

These are well-established hotels often recommended for the area, listed in no particular order. They are not paid placements. Check current ratings, prices and availability before you book.

Warpool Court Hotel

Twr y Felin Hotel

Compare places to stay in Pembrokeshire

Prices change daily, so check a few sites. For dog-friendly or quiet stays, use the pet and review filters. These are affiliate links.

Best time to visit Pembrokeshire

May to September for beaches, puffins and boat trips. Spring wildflowers are spectacular.

Seasons that suit Pembrokeshire well: spring, summer, autumn.

Estimated budget for a weekend in Pembrokeshire

Hotel or B&B, per night for two	£90–£150
Food and drink, per day for two	£55–£85
Activities and extras for the weekend	£30–£90
Estimated total, 2 people, 2 nights, excluding travel	£320–£560

Mid-range destination. These are rough 2026 estimates and vary by season and room type. Add the cost of getting there. For a personalised figure, use the BritBreaks finder.

Getting to Pembrokeshire

From Cardiff: About 2 hours by car.
From Bristol: About 3 hours by car.
From Manchester: About 5 hours by car.

Journey times are rough guides. Check live train and road times before you travel.

A sample weekend in Pembrokeshire

Friday evening: Arrive, settle in and have dinner in Tenby.
Saturday: Start with The Pembrokeshire Coast Path, then St Davids. In the afternoon, head to Barafundle Bay.
Sunday: Visit Skomer Island or Tenby, then head home.