Aberystwyth Cliff Railway

One of the Top rateds in Clarach Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. The spectacular views from the top of the cliffs are well worth the £8.50 return trip. I can't believe that living in Wales for God knows how many years, I have not visited this attraction before!! Very enjoyable. No need to book in advance. They have a small car park for about 7 cars. Failing that, there is the North Road car park which is about a 6 min short walk away. It was also cool that our cats were allowed to ride along. The staff is very nice, unlike some passengers who have no manners and rush up to the cats and want to pet them. You could ask beforehand. The café at the top is also great, but the view is amazing. It's definitely worth it. Finding a parking space is difficult, so it's best to go there after 3 p.m. Visited on Thursday, 04th September 2025, solo trip for me after a ride on the Vale of Rheidol Railway, I walked across town to the Cliff Railway. Didn't appear to be a timetable, but once I paid and the car was full, we set off. I've been on the equivalent railways at Hastings and Lynmouth, and this one has a more European design in terms of the car, in that you have steps inside, so a bit more intimidating if heights ain't your thing IMO. Quite a long journey for one of these ride types, and very slow with the final part up the cliff being very steep. Not much to see at the top, but the views are lovely and you have access to walks etc. Journey down was more enjoyable view-wise, so get near the front on the way down if you can. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Aberystwyth Cliff Railway is an absolute gem and well worth a visit! The climb itself is rather short but extremely steep, so the railway is both a scenic and practical way to the top. It’s also incredibly dog friendly — from the beach at the bottom all the way up to the summit. Our bullmastiff, Casper, was welcomed with open arms everywhere we went. At the café on the top, the staff brought him a bowl of iced water without me even asking — a big PLUS in my book! They also offer doggy ice cream, which is such a thoughtful touch, alongside people’s ice cream that’s creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The staff were fantastic — genuinely friendly, kind, and clearly fond of dogs. It made the whole experience that much warmer. Once at the top, the view is stunning and stretches far over the bay and surrounding countryside — a perfect spot for photos. There’s plenty to do as well: mini golf outside, ten-pin bowling inside, and the fascinating camera obscura (housed in the same building as the gift shop). A visit here offers a mix of relaxation, activities, and spectacular scenery. Highly recommended for dog owners, families, and anyone wanting a memorable Aberystwyth experience! Great place to visit for a couple of hours, fantastic views, there's a few things to do on the top like crazy golf or just a walk about...there's also a cafe/bar which is reasonably priced with lots of seating inside or outside. Personally I didn't like travelling on the Tram/train to the top or back down to me the whole thing is defying gravity....if you don't like heights give it a miss lol. Constitution Hill in Aberystwyth—and what a perfect follow-up it was! I rode the Cliff Railway, the longest electric funicular in Britain, which gently pulled us up the steep hillside with stunning views of Cardigan Bay unfolding behind. It’s such a peaceful, vintage ride—slow enough to enjoy every moment, with the sea breeze and the sound of seagulls in the background. It was nice to take time-tested funicular railway for the experience of riding the Victorian and 2nd longest funicular railway in The British Isles. The views from the top looking out to sea and over Aberystwyth were stunning. We didn't use any of the amenities at the summit but there are things available, best to check out the website for full details. It was a pleasant experience and wasn't expensive at all. Dogs also welcome to ride just for a couple of pounds extra. A must for those who enjoy photography too. This was amazing! What a marvelous day I've had in Aberystwyth today and I've taken some outstanding photos from the cab of the bay! Prices were cheap for a family of three and we all had room to stay and take photos and the trail railway was not to fast but not to slow! 10/10 from me! Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. See how the number of reviews and average review scores have changed over time.