Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cardigan travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cardigan

With a population of 5.301, Cardigan is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cardigan to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Cardigan

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ferry Inn (Poppit Road) and Mannucci’s Italian Restaurant (1 High St) are great picks.

When to visit Cardigan

Cardigan in December
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cardigan in December
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cardigan

Plane

Although Cardigan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 67 km from Cardigan.

Car

Another option to get to Cardigan is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 318 km from Cardigan. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Cardigan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 67 km from Cardigan.

Car

Another option to get to Cardigan is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 318 km from Cardigan. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Cardigan

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
SWSSwansea Fairwood Comm

Airlines serving Cardigan

KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,020 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,392 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,592 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,903 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,224 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (642 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,274 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (304 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (689 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,350 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (188 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (564 reviews)
AccesRail
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Where to stay in Cardigan

Average rates range from around £106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £139 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cardigan

Most booked hotels in Cardigan

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The Nags Head Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Flambards Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Cliff Hotel and Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Ship Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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The Gwbert Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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Rooms at The Angel
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Hiring a car in Cardigan

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Cardigan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.19.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Cardigan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.19.