Hidden Gem Wales
Tourism Sites
Blue Lagoon
🧠 Fact: A dramatic former slate quarry turned vivid blue lagoon, popular for coasteering and cliff diving.
💡 Tip: Visit at high tide for the best color and swimming conditions.
Info: The Blue Lagoon in Wales is a stunning former slate quarry located near Abereiddy in Pembrokeshire. Known for its deep turquoise waters, this natural pool is surrounded by rugged cliffs and remnants of its industrial past, creating a unique and dramatic landscape. Popular among adventurers, it is a hotspot for coasteering, diving, and cliff jumping. Its striking beauty and secluded setting also make it a favorite for photographers and nature lovers. The Blue Lagoon forms part of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, offering breathtaking views and a truly unforgettable experience.
St Govan’s Chapel
🧠 Fact: A tiny 6th-century chapel built into a limestone cliff, linked to a hermit saint.
💡 Tip: Climb down the 52 steps — legend says their number changes on every visit!
Info: Tucked into the limestone cliffs of Pembrokeshire’s rugged coast, St Govan’s Chapel is a mysterious and atmospheric 6th-century hermit's cell. Believed to be built where the Irish monk St Govan sought refuge from pirates, the small stone structure is partially embedded in the cliffside, offering breathtaking views over the sea. Visitors descend steep steps to reach the chapel, said to number differently up and down due to legend. Rich in folklore and spiritual history, it remains a peaceful, hidden gem for explorers, hikers, and those seeking solitude along the Wales Coast Path.