Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
Swansea


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Popular places to visit

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
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.

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

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

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

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

Caswell Bay Beach
Surf on the choppy waters of this scenic bay and trek along the nature paths for gorgeous views of cliffs and headlands.
Things to do

Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

Neath: Canyoning, Gorge Walking & Waterfall Trekking Tour

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Swansea

Brecon Beacons Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK

From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Top hotels in Mount Pleasant

Amelia Airheart
I’ve friendly service
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Breakfast was fresh and there was a large selection to choose from. The staff were very helpful both at breakfast and on reception
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
Very nice hotel very clean and bedroom lots of space.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Grand Hotel Swansea
The sheets and pillow covers were clean and neat. Bathroom was also quite clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Morgans Hotel
Beautiful room and stay,. The staff are wonderful. I would highly recommend a stay at this hotel. Thank you
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Mercure Swansea Hotel
Lovely hotel. Polite and helpful staff. Room was lovely and clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant

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

Townhill
When in Townhill, you can plan a visit to Grand Theatre and Dylan Thomas Birth Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cwmbrwla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cwmbrwla and surrounding area, you can visit Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre.

Landore
When in Landore, you can plan a visit to Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

St. Thomas
St. Thomas is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like 1940s Swansea Bay and Maritime Quarter if you have time to explore the area.

Cockett
When in Cockett, you can plan a visit to Dylan Thomas Birth Place and Swansea Guildhall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
