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What to do and see in St. Davids, Wales: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in St. Davids, United Kingdom including Wales Coastal Path, Caerfai Bay, Porth Clais Harbour, St Davids Bishop's Palace, St. Davids Cathedral, Loshin's Emporium, St Non's Chapel and Holy Well, St Justinian Lifeboat Station, Dr Beynon's Bug Farm, RNLI Barometer.
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1. Wales Coastal Path
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5.0 based on 734 reviews
The Welsh coastline has many contrasts and really does offer something for everyone. From cliff top strolls to estuarine wanders, picturesque fishing villages to vibrant cities, industrial heritage to unconquered castles, desolate windswept beaches to bustling seasides. The Wales Coast Path not only takes you through the Welsh landscape, it takes you through its heritage and its communities.The Pembrokeshire section is home to the iconic and world-class landscape of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and wildlife rich islands. The Path (which has National Trail status here) passes through some of Britain's most spectacular and breathtaking scenery, including 58 beaches and 14 harbours and the UK's smallest city - St Davids.
Reviewed By andream419 - Kidderminster, United Kingdom
We hiked several sections of the path, all with staggering views and we saw seals and birds, azure waters and wild flowers. So lovely and special. The path from porth clais to porth y ffynnon is amazing.
2. Caerfai Bay
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By ceiriosm - Bridgend, United Kingdom
Absolutely stunning views from the car park (which is free). We walked along one of the paths that led us down to a secluded beach. Was hidden from the wind and a beautiful hidden spot. I wouldn’t recommend for people who have trouble walking or prams etc.
3. Porth Clais Harbour
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By darrenlewis78 - Neath, United Kingdom
Parking is £2 and the parking is manned. There’s few coastal paths along cliff tops, not too difficult. Well worth the walk to see stunning views. You can walk to end of harbour where you’ll find perfect spot for crabbing or dip if you fancy it. Well worth the visit
4. St Davids Bishop's Palace
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4.5 based on 513 reviews
Magnificent medieval palace that rivalled its cathedral for glory There was only one top job for an ambitious cleric in medieval Wales: Bishop of St Davids in Pembrokeshire. A 12th-century pope had decreed that two trips to St Davids were equal to one to Rome – turning it into a centre of pilgrimage for the entire Western world. Thousands flocked to see the shrine of St David in the newly built cathedral. But the bishop’s home was no match for this magnificence. Enter Henry de Gower. Between 1328 and 1347 he turned a building only fit for ‘servants and animals’ into an immense palace. The displayed opening times are our general pattern. Please check the Cadw website for specific times and days, including closures.
Reviewed By E8432UHhelenc
Fascinating ruin to wander around, highly recommend having a good walk around followed by food in the cathedral refectory.
5. St. Davids Cathedral
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4.5 based on 2,434 reviews
Reviewed By Scooteraande - Bergen, Norway
This is the hidden treasure of st David’s and much bigger than initially thought when approaching - set in lovely grounds this cathedral surprises inside so much history and culture well worth a visit when on st David’s
6. Loshin's Emporium
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
7. St Non's Chapel and Holy Well
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4.5 based on 224 reviews
Reviewed By Shenzhenlife - Shenzhen, China
Compared to the madness of the cathedral this gives fresh air and respite. Short walk outside of the town maybe 15 mins or so. It's the place where st davids mother gave birth. Wonderful views of the Welsh costal path. Awesome
8. St Justinian Lifeboat Station
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4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By darrenlewis78 - Neath, United Kingdom
Based in a stunning location. Well worth going to see. Once there you can experience amazing views. And there’s boat trips you can do here. There’s several free parking spots a few hundred yards away from Lifeboat station. And few coastal paths nearby
9. Dr Beynon's Bug Farm
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4.5 based on 207 reviews
Our beautiful farm, nestled just 1 mile from St Davids, is home to 'The Bug Farm', a unique attraction that is suitable for adults and families alike. We are also a scientific research centre & working farm. Enjoy visiting our indoor Tropical Bug Zoo, British Bug House, Bug Farm Trails, Bug Museum, Walled Garden, Art Gallery, Insect Farming Exhibition, Bug Barn and Gift Shop. We are also proud to be the home of Grub Kitchen - hailed as the UK's first edible insect restaurant/cafe. Grub Kitchen serves lunch from 12 noon - 2:30pm in term-time and 12 noon - 3:30pm in school holidays with drinks and cakes serves all day. Grub Kitchen is open whenever The Bug Farm is open. On the menu, you will find Andy's signature insect-based dishes plus a huge variety of non-insect food. ***NEW - Please book your online entrance ticket in advance of your visit on our website and read our 'How to visit us guidelines'***
Reviewed By MatC647 - Oxford, United Kingdom
We had an incredible visit to the bug farm today. We met lovely staff who are really knowledgeable about bugs and keen to chat and show us things. Our son (age 8) was delighted to be shown a tarantula, golden orb spider and a scorpion and have all his many questions about leaf cutter ants answered. We were inspired by the wildflower meadow trails. We thought we would pop in for a short visit and ended up being there all day. They have planned to keep covid secure really well and communicate clearly what you should do without spoiling the enjoyment of the place. We thoroughly recommend it and will certainly go back again.
10. RNLI Barometer
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
