Pembroke Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Pembroke which includes street scenes
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Freshwater East Beach featuring hiking or walking and general coastal views
Pembroke

Home to a striking 11th-century castle, this welcoming Welsh town is also a gateway to the picturesque coastal towns of south Pembrokeshire.

Pembroke is a town with a thousand-year-old history. Its streets are lined with architectural masterpieces, boutiques and friendly pubs. Come to this charming town to discover its medieval Norman castle and to explore the nearby beaches.

Tour the imposing Pembroke Castle, built in 1093 and famous as the birthplace of King Henry VII of England. Learn about the stories of famous residents, including the Earls of Pembroke, the Tudors and the Stuarts. Enjoy sweeping views of the town, its medieval defensive walls and surrounding countryside from the top of the 75-feet (23-meter) keep.

The castle forms part of the Pembroke Town Trail, a 3-mile (4.8-kilometer) trail that links 30 historical sites. Purchase a trail map from the Town Hall or Pembroke Tourist Information Centre and follow the trail on foot. Visit the old town quay and Wogan’s Cave, a natural limestone cave beneath the castle. Peak inside centuries-old churches, spot remnants of the old town ramparts and enjoy a stroll around the tranquil Mill Pond.

The trail incorporates Main Street, a commercial street framed by grand Georgian and Tudor houses. Admire George and Jeanne Lewis’ Pembroke Murals at the Town Hall. Browse for one-of-a-kind souvenirs at antiques shops and experience the hospitable atmosphere at one of the town’s traditional pubs.

Just a 10-minute drive or 45-minute walk past green meadows is the port town of Pembroke Dock. Retrace the town’s maritime history and peak inside a boat workshop at the Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre.

Don’t miss the chance to take daytrips to the beaches and villages set around Pembroke Peninsula. Many are interconnected by sections of the 186-mile (299-kilometer) Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Relax at wild and uncrowded beaches such as Barafundle Bay, Freshwater East Beach and Manorbier Bay.

It’s easy to get to Pembroke via trains from Cardiff and Swansea. Rent a car to reach nearby family-friendly attractions, including Oakwood Theme Park.

Best Western Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa

Best Western Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Lamphey, Tenby, Pembroke, Wales
The price is AU$261 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$261
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Pembroke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (405 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Best Western Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa
Lovesgrove Country Guest House

Lovesgrove Country Guest House

3.5 out of 5
Bangeston Hall, Pembroke, Wales
The price is AU$195 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$195
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Pembroke. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Wogan Cavern and Pembroke Castle are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (363 reviews)
Perfect experience
"Absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish,perfect host,lovely quiet cosy room topped off with an amazing breakfast served with a smile Thanks"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Lovesgrove Country Guest House
Old Kings Arms Hotel

Old Kings Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
13 Main Street, Pembroke, Wales
The price is AU$257 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$257
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pembroke. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Wogan Cavern and Pembroke Castle ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
"Good bed, good sized shower, good breeze through the window. The breakfast hours are too early nd too short, and you apparently have to reserve a table for dinner, but they do room service and it was quick and delicious. They desperately need WiFi extenders."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Old Kings Arms 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.
Holyland House - Greenacres Estates

Holyland House - Greenacres Estates

4 out of 5
Holyland Road, Pembroke, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Pembroke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Wogan Cavern and Pembroke Castle are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Comfortable and convenient for Pembroke and the surrounding area."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Holyland House - Greenacres Estates
The Lodge - 1 Bedroom - Freshwest Beach Retreat

The Lodge - 1 Bedroom - Freshwest Beach Retreat

2.5 out of 5
The Padock, Castlemartin, Pembroke, Wales
Stay at this apartment in Pembroke. Enjoy free parking, patios, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Frainslake Sands and Flimston Bay are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Unique and off the beaten track - an unusual but welcome stopover on a walking holiday. All new and charmingly decorated. Welcoming overseeing staff of this group of chalets during early parts of the day"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

The Lodge - 1 Bedroom - Freshwest Beach Retreat
The Bumblebee

The Bumblebee

2 out of 5
Bee Hall Lamphey, Pembroke, Wales
Book a stay at this golf cottage in Pembroke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lamphey Bishop's Palace and Wogan Cavern are located ...
The Bumblebee
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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