Once a small commercial harbour used for exporting stone from the nearby quarry, Porthgain is now a very popular tourist centre thanks to a great pub, a super cafe restaurant and excellent art galleries for you to explore.
A robustly-built harbour wall curves around to protect the narrow rocky inlet where fishing boats bob on the rising tide. The harbour is sandy-bottomed, and one of Pembrokeshire’s finest beaches lies just over the headland at Traeth llyfn, which is owned by the National Trust and enclosed by high cliffs, with steps leading down to the sand.
Heading west on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path is one of the best walks in Pembrokeshire. Walk along the coast to Abereiddi Beach and discover Abereiddy’s famous Blue Lagoon, an old sea flooded slate quarry.
Our favourite things to do in Porthgain
- Porthgain Harbour Explore the picturesque harbor and its historic buildings.
- Porthgain Coastal Walks Enjoy scenic walks along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
- The Sloop Inn Visit the traditional pub for local food and drinks.
- Abereiddy Blue Lagoon Discover the nearby blue lagoon and its unique geological features.
Explore nearby areas:
- St Davids
- Fishguard
- Letterston
- Newgale
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