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What to do and see in Swansea, Wales: The Best Things to do
Birthplace of poet Dylan Thomas, and the second-largest city in Wales, resilient Swansea offers a slew of leafy parks and some impressive cultural centers, including the new National Waterfront Museum and the renowned Dylan Thomas Centre. Rebuilt after WWII, the modern city of 230,000 has a charming outlook over Swansea Bay and the picturesque, unspoiled 16-mile-long Gower Peninsula, home to rich wildlife, prehistoric standing stones, dramatic cliffs and lovely beaches.
Restaurants in Swansea
1. Llangennith Beach
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5.0 based on 532 reviews
Reviewed By X5850MMrobw
A fabulous expanse of beach with plenty of space to keep your social distance! It's clean too. Good parking - OK it's £5 even for a short stay, but worth it - free out of season.
2. Gower Peninsula
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5.0 based on 2,053 reviews
Reviewed By LucanScreed - Swansea, United Kingdom
It's the closest thing to Heaven most of us will ever get - spectacular beaches, two stunning ridge walks, along Rhossili Down, the other on Cefn Bryn, woodland, streams, 3 microbreweries, fantastic bars and restaurants, and did I mention the beaches - Three Cliffs is like nowhere else in the world. Everywhere there are views that will leave you speechless. I', a lucky bastard - I live here.
3. Three Cliffs Bay
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5.0 based on 671 reviews
Reviewed By DeejDeej - Istanbul, Turkey
If you park at the Gower heritage center ( a small parking fee) , they will give you a small map for a lovely walk to the beach. Passing through a woodlands, pass a castle ruins on the jills with beautiful veiws and do wn theough the sand dunes , through a small river or over stepping stones onto a beautiful beach with transparent water. In summer it feels like youre abroad.
4. Caswell Bay
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4.5 based on 786 reviews
Reviewed By Super_Sixy - Leicester, United Kingdom
Lovely sandy beach. Spacious but not too big. Safe to swim in marked zone. Lifeguards on duty. We had no problem parking, just remember to take change for the ticket meter, and be aware if you have small kids that there is a road to cross between car park and beach. Toilet facilities and shop selling refreshments on site. Highly recommended for a simple enjoyable family beach day.
5. Clyne Gardens
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4.5 based on 539 reviews
Reviewed By HappyHiker1989 - Mumbles, United Kingdom
This is such a well cared for a beautiful park, I visit it often, sometimes just to have a pretty walk. It offers so much and I really recommend going in May when everything is in bloom
6. Langland Bay
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4.5 based on 461 reviews
Reviewed By 641megans - Cwmbran, United Kingdom
Coastal walk was beautiful and highly recommend it, the views were breathtaking. Car parking is £6.00 for a full day, takes card and cash. Has a couple of small shops for ice creams / chips and a restaurant. Beach is quite rocky in parts but still fine for families etc to sit & play.
7. Oxwich Bay
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4.5 based on 1,045 reviews
Reviewed By Parky52 - England, United Kingdom
Lovely spot with close to beach parking, snacks, full restaurant, lots and plenty of play space, walking along the beach you can do a great return route via the nature reserve and the dunes. Splendid!
8. Penllergare Valley Woods
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4.5 based on 411 reviews
On the northern fringe of the city of Swansea, and within sight of the M4 motorway, lies the estate of Penllergare Valley Woods. Here, deep in the valley, away from the noise and fumes of the passing traffic and encroaching development, you'll find the remnants of an important historic landscape, which is gradually being preserved and restored. It is a secret and magical place; where you can enjoy the sound of birds, delight in the profusion of wild flowers, discover evidence of exotic plantings and uncover for yourself the hidden features of a grand design. This romantic and picturesque place was contrived for the enjoyment of its creator John Dillwyn Llewelyn - a pioneering mover in science, nature, photography and astronomy in the 19th century. After over half a century of neglect, today it is a place that can be enjoyed and explored by everyone. Penllergare is run by a small charity, The Penllergare Trust. Our Volunteer-run Coffee Shop is open 10-4 daily and our car park 9-5.
Reviewed By Angela1066_11 - Colchester, United Kingdom
Came to visit my son at Swansea uni with the family dog , And son had found this beautiful spot on google. Wow what a peaceful location lovely walk lots to see and the dog loved meeting up with other friendly doggies ..... just perfect xx
9. Mumbles Hill Local Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By lilimachado_alves785 - Porto, Portugal
The Mumbles is such a beautifull place , the Gower Bay , the Mumbles Pier aud its restaurants , lovely to walk around and eat an icecream at the Pier , enjoy it ............love being there............
10. Mumbles Pier
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4.0 based on 531 reviews
Now halfway through a truly transformational refurbishment Mumbles Pier is one of Swansea's oldest and most famous landmarks. Open every day, except Christmas Day, so come hail, rain or shine, you'll always get a warm welcome here at the Mumbles Pier. The Victorian Pier is open to all visitors free of charge. And there is something here for everyone, young and old alike - from the arcade machines to Bowling alleys, or a relaxing traditional afternoon tea in our exquisite Victorian-style Beach Hut Café. And not forgetting our Gift Shops and unique Big Apple all alongside our Private Beach with spectacular views of the Lighthouse, Bay and of course Pier. The newest addition to the family is our newly opened art Gallery. The Little Stone Gallery opened in December 2016 and welcomes the public to view and exhibit soem of the most talented established and emerging artist in the local community. This Winter we have many events to keep everyone enteratined please visit our website for all future event. Our next event is our Christmas Concert hosted by the wonderful Gwalia Singers on the 20th December at 7pm this is a free event and sure to be busy so make sure you arrive early!
Reviewed By Daymumma - Baldock, United Kingdom
Perfect little beach area for our family (7year old and 9month old) It has lovely little sandy part by the pier with rock pools and a gorgeous walk along the path next too the sea.. With toilets, the lovely worth a visit verdes!, plenty of boats too look at, a play park.. On the pier the chip shop was nice, a small arcade, ice cream.. All in all I think its a gorgeous place and well worth a visit!
