What to do in Swansea

Activities, attractions and tours

Swansea featuring a sunset, sailing and general coastal views
Swansea featuring a sunset, sailing and general coastal views
Grand Theatre showing theatre scenes and interior views
Oystermouth Castle featuring heritage elements
National Waterfront Museum featuring interior views
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What to do in Swansea

Popular places to visit

Three Cliffs and the Bay viewed from a hilltop

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

4.5/5(45 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Rhossili Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a bay or harbour

Rhossili Beach

5/5(84 reviews)

Enjoy long walks, spot birds and marine life, and watch surfers ride big waves at this award-winning beach on the Gower Peninsula.

Rhossili Beach
Oxwich Bay Beach featuring a beach and vehicle touring

Oxwich Bay Beach

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.

Oxwich Bay Beach
Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views

Mumbles Pier

4/5(96 reviews)

Amble along this Victorian Pier for its arcade games and café and enjoy the views of the sea and the lighthouse.

Mumbles Pier
Caswell Bay Beach which includes hiking or walking as well as an individual male

Caswell Bay Beach

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Surf on the choppy waters of this scenic bay and trek along the nature paths for gorgeous views of cliffs and headlands.

Caswell Bay Beach
Singleton Park featuring hiking or walking and a park as well as an individual male

Singleton Park

4/5(43 reviews)

Once a private estate, today this urban park is a place to enjoy botanical gardens, miniature golf and live music performances.

Singleton Park
Grand Theatre featuring street scenes

Grand Theatre

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Attend a dramatic performance in this historic 19th-century theater and enjoy the views from the rooftop bar of the Arts Wing.

Grand Theatre
Oystermouth Castle featuring château or palace

Oystermouth Castle

4/5(26 reviews)

Walk along the high glass bridge that runs through the ruins of this Norman chateau to encounter its hidden halls.

Oystermouth Castle
National Waterfront Museum showing interior views

National Waterfront Museum

4/5(28 reviews)

Learn about 300 years of Welsh innovation and societal changes in this restored marina warehouse that mixes old with new.

National Waterfront Museum

Explore areas of Swansea

Another one of Swansea’s popular murals that sprinkled throughout the city! #Trovember #Swansea #wales #murals

Castle

4/5(231 area reviews)

Castle is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Grand Theatre and Plantasia while you're in town.

Castle
Swansea Docks Development New apartments in the SA1 Development in Swansea

St. Thomas

4/5(88 area reviews)

St. Thomas is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Maritime Quarter and Swansea Marina if you have time to explore the area.

St. Thomas
Beautiful Llanmadoc beach on the Gower coast #BeachBound

Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton

5/5(7 area reviews)

Unique features of Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Rhossili Beach or Whiteford National Nature Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton
Walking along the coastline 6/11

Llanrhidian Higher

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

While Llanrhidian Higher isn't home to many top sights, Parc y Scarlets and Three Cliffs Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Llanrhidian Higher
Swansea as viewed from Kilvey Hill

Bon-y-maen

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers like the historical sites in Bon-y-maen, and Grosnez Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bon-y-maen
Llansamlet Station, Swansea, view to the east

Llansamlet

3.5/5(22 area reviews)

Visitors to Llansamlet enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Celtic Trail is worth a stop.

Llansamlet

Day trip destinations from Swansea

Brecon Beacons National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, farmland and land animals

Brecon

Mumbles featuring street scenes and a small town or village

Mumbles

Neath Abbey Swing Bridge The Rhondda and Swansea Bay Railway Company opened its line in 1885, but could extend the line into Swansea until this swing bridge was completed in 1894. I am grateful to the owner of Derwent Construction and his plant operator Martin for their assistance in getting this image. This is one of over 1,450 movable bridges in the British Isles that I have identified for my historical website. www.movablebridges.org.uk
Photo by Stewart Marchant (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Llandarcy

Dunvant: lane to Bevexe-fawr. At Bevexe-fawr a farm shop offers ‘Gower Venison’. Looking north west
Photo by Martin Bodman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Dunvant

Lovely spot for a walk and some pictures.

Llangyfelach

Three cliffs bay on the Gower peninsula

Llanrhidian

Beautiful Llanmadoc beach on the Gower coast #BeachBound

Llanmadoc

St Catherine's Church hall, Gorseinon. The substantial church hall is on the north side of the church.
Photo by Jaggery (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Gorseinon

Frequently asked questions

Is Swansea worth visiting?
Famous for its festivals and culture, discovering awesome things to do in Swansea is simple. Remember to add Three Cliffs Bay Beach to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Swansea?
Three Cliffs Bay Beach and Aberavon Beach are two great places to begin your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the shopping and dining options in Swansea while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Swansea?
The top tourist attraction in Swansea is Three Cliffs Bay Beach, so don't forget to put it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Swansea?
You can easily visit top sights like Aberavon Beach, Grand Theatre and Oystermouth Castle with a three-day break in Swansea. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so linger longer and check out Rhoose.
Is Swansea a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Swansea is a great place to visit on foot. Enjoy wandering between Grand Theatre and Swansea Museum. Then take a stroll around Castle, located 0.16 kilometers from downtown, and St. Thomas, which is about 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Swansea with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a fun-filled itinerary takes your trip to the next level. Browse our ideas for what to do in Swansea with kids.

What to do in Swansea for adults?
Egypt Centre and The Environment Centre are just a few of the things to do in Swansea. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Swansea?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Swansea. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Aberavon Beach is a top spot for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.