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The World’s 100 Best Castles & Fortresses

Kidwelly Castle

Kidwelly, United Kingdom

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CASTLES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 47 2026
Kidwelly Castle

Hilltop castle above the River Gwendraeth in Kidwelly, with towers, walls and a gatehouse. Visitors climb stone stairs to the towers and walls, walk through the courtyard, kitchens, great hall remains and dungeons.

Highlights

  • Gatehouse and towers
  • Walls and battlements
  • Great hall remains

Good to know

  • Book tickets online for a small discount
  • Small car park, extra parking in town
  • Steep, uneven stairs without handrails in places

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