What makes Aberaeron a popular place to visit?

Hipcamp staff
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Aberaeron is one of Wales’ most popular places to photograph, known for its candy-coloured houses, fetching harbourfront, and highly-regarded places to eat. The town is a grand spot to camp for exploring West Wales’ spectacularly sandy and rocky shoreline.

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