Carmarthen Map

Carmarthen map, view the Dyfed town of Carmarthen, located in the county of Dyfed, Wales.

Detailed Street Map of Carmarthen Dyfed & Guide to the Area

Carmarthen Map Dyfed: Interactive map of Carmarthen, displaying the town situated in the county of Dyfed, Wales, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Carmarthen area and a Carmarthen town centre map, showing Carmarthen Railway Station and Carmarthen Castle.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Carmarthen map are: St Catherine's Walk, Carmarthen Market, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Yr Egin, Costa Coffee, Greggs, Nero, Morgan's Traditional Chippy, The Warren, Florentino's, The Vaults, The Plume of Feathers, The Rose and Crown, The Carpenters Arms, The Blue Boar, Carmarthen Park, Carmarthen Leisure Centre, Vue Cinema, Wilkinson, Boots, WHSmith, M&S Foodhall, Debenhams (former), TK Maxx, H&M, JD Sports, Poundland, Home Bargains, Cuckoo's Nest Gift Shop, Coleg Sir Gâr, Trinity Saint David University, Jobcentre Plus, Carmarthen Library, Guildhall, Carmarthen Bus Station, Carmarthen Railway Station, St Peter's Church, Tanerdy Veterinary Centre, Parc Dewi Sant Health Centre, Glangwili General Hospital, Hywel Dda University Health Board, Gwalia Stores, King Street Gallery, Co-op, Aldi, Lidl, Tesco Extra, The White Lion, Carmarthen Dental Centre, St Catherine's Walk Shopping Centre.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Johnstown, Llangunnor, Abergwili, Bronwydd, Llanllwch, Croesyceiliog, Nantgaredig, Llangain, Llansteffan, Llangynog, Meidrim, Bancyfelin, St Clears, Laugharne, Whitland, Trevaughan, Llanpumsaint, Llanllawddog, Cynwyl Elfed, Cwmdwyfran, Llanboidy, Llanfihangel Aberbythych, Dryslwyn, Pontargothi, Capel Dewi, Llanarthney, Llandeilo, Llanegwad.

Carmarthen is one of those towns that seems to wear its history on its sleeve, blending old stone streets and castle ruins with the usual bustle of shops and cafés you'd expect from a busy county town. Sitting beside the River Towy in the heart of southwest Wales, it's often described as the oldest town in the country, and whether or not that's technically true, it certainly has the stories and charm to match the claim. It's got a grounded, friendly atmosphere, and you don't have to walk far to find something interesting.

The roots of Carmarthen run deep—Roman deep. It was known as Moridunum back in Roman times and has seen more than its fair share of action over the centuries. It became an important market town in medieval Wales, and the remains of its castle still look out over the town centre. You can feel the layers of history, from ancient stone walls to winding lanes that look like they haven't changed much in decades. These days, Carmarthen is home to around 15,000 people, though that number swells with students from the local campus of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, giving the town a bit of a youthful edge too.

There's no shortage of things to do in and around the town. The castle is right in the centre and worth a wander, even if it's just for the views from the tower. Carmarthen Museum, based in the old Bishop's Palace at Abergwili, offers a glimpse into the town's long past. The town centre has a solid mix of high street names and independent shops, plus the indoor market is a good place to poke around for local cheese, crafts, and the odd antique. Just outside town, you've got the National Trust's Paxton's Tower and Dinefwr Park, both great for a day out. Laugharne, with its links to Dylan Thomas and its evocative castle ruins, is another spot that's only a short drive away. While English Heritage isn't as present here, Cadw manages a number of historic sites across the region that are just as impressive.

Wider Dyfed is a bit of a hidden gem, really. Head west and you're into Pembrokeshire, with its wild beaches and quaint coastal villages. Northwards you'll find more rolling hills and peaceful little places dotted through Ceredigion. Head east and you'll reach the edges of the Brecon Beacons, perfect for walkers and lovers of open skies. Dyfed is the kind of area where you can spend the morning in a market town, the afternoon in a castle, and finish the day on a clifftop watching the sun dip into the sea.

Getting to Carmarthen is straightforward enough. The A48 and A40 are your main road routes in, linking the town to Swansea, Cardiff and west Wales. There's a mainline train station in town with direct services to Swansea, Cardiff and beyond. Bus services cover the local area fairly well, and for air travel, Cardiff Airport is the closest major option—roughly 70 miles away, depending on your route. If you're heading in from further afield, it's one of those places where the journey's part of the charm, especially if you're taking the scenic route.

Dyfed might no longer be an official administrative county, but it's still a name that means something to the people who live there. Made up of Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion, it covers a huge swathe of west Wales and is known for its mix of coast, countryside and characterful towns. From windswept beaches to lush farmland and wooded valleys, there's plenty to love. It's an area where Welsh is still widely spoken, and tradition sits comfortably alongside the everyday. Whether you're into history, nature or just a slower pace of life, it's got plenty to offer.

We hope you found this Carmarthen tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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