Tenby Museum and Art Gallery

About

The oldest independent museum in Wales, set on Castle Hill and partly built into the remains of Tenby Castle. Its collections cover the town's maritime, archaeological and social history, alongside artwork connected to Tenby-linked artists including Augustus John and Gwen John. A good wet-weather stop with genuine sea views from Castle Hill itself.

Highlights

• ✓The oldest independent museum in Wales
• ✓Built partly into the remains of Tenby Castle on Castle Hill
• ✓Maritime, archaeological and social history collections
• ✓Artwork connected to Tenby-linked artists including Augustus John and Gwen John
• ✓Genuine sea views from Castle Hill

Tips

• →A good wet-weather stop with sea views from Castle Hill.
• →Check for reduced winter hours or seasonal closure before visiting.

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