8 Specialty Museums in Swansea That You Shouldn't Miss

The house in which the late Welsh poet Dylan Thomas was born and lived with his family for the first 23 years of his life. Enter Dylan Thomas Birthplace and you go back in time to when the Thomas family bought No 5 as a new house in 1914 just a few months before Dylan was born in the front bedroom. Soak up the atmosphere of the house in which he lived for 23 years and wrote two thirds of his published work The Dylan Thomas Birthplace is unique in that it allows you to stay in the house as a visitor. When you book the house you have exclusive use during your stay. The house has a growing reputation for introducing new literary and musical talent from both Wales and the rest of the world. The house is open for visiting every day from 10:30am to 4:30pm and the relaxed journey takes you through the beautifully restored rooms to give you an insight into life in the Edwardian era and a perfect starting point to discover just how Dylan was inspired by "...this sea-town..." Phoning or emailing ahead is advisable, as on occasion the house is utilised for overnight stays, dining experiences and other events which will mean the inability to carry out house visits at times where advertised. We do of course, apologise for any inconvenience which may be caused in these instances.

Swansea Bus Museum restores, operates and displays buses of public transport companies of South and West Wales. Our impressive collection consists primarily of vehicles from South Wales Transport (SWT) and First Cymru, together with two fine examples of London Transport Routemasters. Our display also includes several Land Rovers and American cars. Opening Date: Sunday February 25th 2018

Free, family friendly Exhibition that chronicles the life, work and cultural context of Dylan Thomas, one of the most notable Welsh poets. Through an interactive timeline, audiovisual material and original worksheets, books and recordings, the 'Love the Words' exhibition celebrates Dylan's poetry, prose, radio broadcasts and film scripts. The Centre also runs a programme of activities throughout the year supporting the Exhibition, including creative writing workshops and free family events.

**Sorry but in line with many other museums we are Temporarily CLOSED** Our indoor street scene will take you back in time to the 1940s. Walk past the RAF Operations Room, through the Air Raid Shelter and the Wartime pub to the Warden's Post and grocer's shop. Learn about Rationing and watch newsreels. Clothes and uniforms and a quiz for the youngsters. CLOSED SOME DAYS ESPECIALLY SATURDAYS due to our increasingly popular overnight paranormal ghost tours. If in doubt, please 'phone, email or text to check before setting off on. School Visits - A day of interactive lessons and fun for KS2+3 school trips. WI, Round Table, Probus and other groups welcome. Evenings tours and paranormal investigations available by booking.