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City and county in Wales
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Swansea (pronounced: Swan-zee; Welsh: Abertawe) is a city on the beautiful Gower Peninsula — the United Kingdom's first designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty". . It is the second largest city in Wales and is known for its Blue Flag beaches and stunning coastal walks.
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The ruins of this 13th-century castle are in the city centre. While the remains are not substantial enough to warrant a special visit, the contrast of the battlements against the more contemporary architecture of its surroundings does provide an interesting backdrop for souvenir photographs of Swansea city centre. The building is floodlit at night.
This elegant building of white Portland stone has graced the city centre's western approach since 1934. The main building only houses administrative offices and is of no interest to the casual visitor. However, Sir Frank Brangwyn's murals (painted for the House of Lords, but considered too frivolous) that grace the interior of the Brangwyn Hall are definitely worth viewing. The Brangwyn Hall is on the sea-facing side of the building and functions as the city's main concert and reception hall.
A neolithic burial chamber or cromlech dating from 2500BCE.
Uplands. Restored to reflect the environment of Dylan's youth, Number Five Cwmdonkin Drive is open as a self-catering guest house, and is suitable for budding writers.
Mumbles. The castle was founded in the early 12th century by William de Londres of Ogmore and was constructed of ringwork and bailey. In the 13th century, the castle was the principal residence of the de Braoses, the lords of Gower (their other main residence was Swansea Castle), and most of the structure remaining today originates from this period. King Edward I visited the castle in December 1284. The present day remains are well preserved and the battlements offer commanding views over Swansea Bay. There is a small entry fee.
Mumbles. Built in the 1880s to encourage more passengers to use the Mumbles Train, the pier is an edifice to the Victorians' love of the ocean. Compared to many piers around the country, Mumbles is quite simple in design, but the 255-m walk from beginning to end allows for spectacular views over Swansea Bay. In particular, Oystermouth Castle and the high rise buildings of the city centre are in clear view.
Wales' oldest independent gallery, specialising in grass roots Welsh art.
The Swansea University campus (near the Taliesin Art Centre). One of the UK's best collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts outside London.
This splendid example of early 19th-century Doric style architecture served as Swansea Guildhall for over 100 years. It became the Dylan Thomas Centre in 1995 when it was refurbished in commemoration of Swansea hosting the 1995 UK Year of Literature and Writing, and was opened by former US President Jimmy Carter. The centre is dedicated to the works of Swansea's greatest literary son, and in addition to a theatre, exhibition and events hall, the centre also has a second hand book store and gift shop. The local cuisine served in the second floor restaurant is strongly recommended.
A large and innovative space promoting the work of emerging artists. Cafe. Gallery. Studios.
The gallery housed in a baroque revival Edwardian building has permanent exhibits of paintings by local artists and a good collection of Swansea china. It frequently hosts exhibitions of national and international works of art.
A rural life museum based around a working water mill. Gift shop and café on site.
Housed in a building clad in Welsh slate, the National Waterfront Museum represents an exciting and innovative way to explore the development of the industrial revolution through the eyes of the people whose lives it touched and transformed. The toil, the achievements, the defeats and the joys are revealed through the museum's creative exhibitions. Children will particularly enjoy the working machinery. There are also cafes and gift shops overlooking the marina. This is one of the UK's most imaginative exhibition spaces and must-see destinations.
A small independent gallery in a converted seaman's chapel.
Exchange Building, Cambrian Place, Maritime Quarter. Showcases the work of local artists.
An exhibit of over thirty buses that once plied the streets of Swansea and West Wales.
This grade two, neo-classic building was Wales' first museum, and displays artifacts as diverse as Swansea china and an Egyptian mummy. The museum gift shop sells good quality souvenirs.
A former fishing village at the western end of Swansea Bay the quaint streets, a 12th-century castle, fashionable boutiques and excellent restaurants make this suburb of Swansea a must-see destination. The promenade at Mumbles offers a spectacular panoramic view over Swansea Bay, and Village Lane (behind Patrick's restaurant) is a street of picture postcard fisherman's cottages.
Parc Tawe. A chisel-shaped hot house in the city centre, complete with three different climate zones and exotic animals.
Swansea's largest park meandering over several acres of gentle undulating hills and leading down to Swansea Bay botanical gardens near the Sketty end of the park, and Swansea University at the lower end, near the sea front. The main entrance to the park is on Mumbles Road, just past the St. Helen's Stadium.
No doubt the gem in the crown of Swansea parks. Begun as a private garden, Clyne is bursting with flora and fauna meticulously collected from around the world. It has an internationally recognised collection of rhododendrons and azaleas which are at their spectacular best in May. The Japanese style pond, complete with willow trees and oriental bridge is a great place to relax and watch the clouds sail by. Entrance behind the Woodman pub on Mumbles Road at Blackpill.
In the Uplands. A classic Victorian park that was a favourite with Dylan Thomas, and several of his works were inspired here.
Swansea's oldest park, in Dylan's Uplands famous for its large swan lake.
In the heart of the Swansea Enterprise Park. It has a large population of swans and is stocked with a range of fishes like carp to 20 lb, skimmers to bream of 8 lb, tench to 6 lbs, roach to 2 lb together with crucian carp, dace, orfe, perch & rudd. There are about 75 pegs, some of which are concreted. Lake Fendrod is surrounded by a public footpath.
At the far north eastern end of the Enterprise Park. It is one of the few remaining places of wetland in Swansea and features streams, ponds and woodland. The nature reserve is accessible by bike or on foot and features a board walk and bike paths
The south side of the woodland offers panoramic views of Swansea Bay right over to Mumbles Head and Port Talbot and also the city centre and docks, while the western face of the hill allows uninhibited views of the lower Swansea Valley, the northern part of the city centre, the Enterprise Zone and the Liberty Stadium. In addition, the hill has a sculpture trail, a number of footpaths and some dedicated white knuckle mountain biking trails.
One of the best locations to gain a panoramic view of the city and the full sweep of Swansea Bay is from Pant-y-Celyn Road in Townhill (near the Townhill Campus of Swansea Metropolitan University). There are bay-facing parking areas along the road that allow the stunning views to be enjoyed from the comfort of your car. The scene is especially spectacular at dusk with the sun setting over Mumbles Head. For the adventurous and those possessing cars with strong brakes, return to the city centre via the 1-in-3 incline of the cobbled street of Constitution Hill.
Blackpill Beach and the Blackpill Stream which flows into it are a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. Many types of gulls can be seen feeding there at high tide.
Crymlyn bog is the largest area of lowland fen in Wales to the east of Swansea City Centre. It is a Ramsar site, a Special Site of Scientific interest and a protected National Nature Reserve. There is a visitor centre with car parking.
A 5-mile (8-km) stretch of beach from Swansea Docks all the way to Mumbles with a cycle way and promenade along its whole length.
An international standard indoor bowling stadium which hosts the Welsh International Open, part of the annual World Bowls Tour. The stadium features 6 bowling rinks with a function room and a bar.
A temple in the Thai Theravadan tradition. The resident monks hold regular meditation gatherings and offer instruction in meditation.
A colourful children's land train runs throughout the summer along the promenade from the St. Helen's Stadium to Southend Gardens, Mumbles.
A boating lake and crazy golf course between the junction of Sketty Lane and Mumbles Road and the entrance to Swansea University.
The centre offers the opportunity for children to observe and gain first hand knowledge about local wildlife and nature.
A state-of-the-art leisure centre. See 'Swimming' section for more details.
The historic ship MV Balmoral runs day trips to Ilfracombe in North Devon and cruises around the Gower coast in summer only. The paddle steamer Waverley runs similar trips, but less frequently. Certain journeys continue on to Lundy Island.
Motor boat and yacht cruises around the Gower coast starting from Swansea Marina or Oxwich Bay.
Offers trips around the Gower coast for up to 12 people on their ten-metre sea serpent cruise boat.
Traces the main road into the city centre from the east few special sites of interest, it passes the Jersey Marine Tower and offers views of the heavy industrial plants in Baglan Bay and Port Talbot.
Runs along the banks of the river Tawe passing through a former industrial area that has been reforested, skirts the Liberty Stadium, a business district and finally heads out to the Swansea Valley.
Runs along Swansea Bay foreshore to the sea-side suburb of Mumbles it passes through the Marina and offers stunning views over Swansea Bay. On a sunny day, with the blue water lapping at the side of the promenade, cycling along this trail must be the nearest thing to poetry in motion.
Runs through Clyne Country Park to the North Gower coast, where it rejoins the National Celtic Cycle Trail the first part of the trail passes through a forested area, then meanders through sprawling suburbs before reaching the Loughor Estuary near Loughor. This trail leads from the Promenade Trail at Blackpill (a child's paddling area marks the site). Mountain bike trails are on the sides of the valley.
Kilvey Hill has a dedicated downhill run and several other trails for the mountain bike enthusiast.
Will deliver bike to hotel free of charge.
The umbrella term for a number of events occurring in the Swansea Bay area from May to September. Only the main festivals are listed below. For other events, check the official website.
LGBTQ event, procession.
Weobley Castle Farm, north Gower.
Live music performances at various venues across the peninsular.
Triathlon events
Spectacular flying displays which often include the Red Arrows. After dark shows with drones and pyrotechnic aircraft.
Outdoor rock concert, Various artists.
ten jazz concerts.
Music, magic, live performances at a number of venues throughout the city centre
The Dylan Thomas Centre held annually between 27 Oct and 9 Nov. During these two weeks, the centre built to commemorate the works of Thomas reverberates to the sound of his poems and plays. This is a must see event for fans of the bard. In addition, the festival hosts the awards' ceremony for the winner of the Dylan Thomas Prize a biannual writing competition for most outstanding literary talent in English, aged under 30.
A festival of music and words.
This event held next to the National Waterfront Museum includes stalls selling traditional Christmas goods, a big wheel offering views over Swansea Bay and an ice rink.
See and the Gower Peninsula from the air. Flights from Swansea Airport.
Mayals. 6323-yard, 18-hole course built on moorland, par 70 sss72
6,658-yard, 18-hole parkland championship course
Clydach
Morriston. 5708-yard, 18-hole course
Mumbles.
Southgate. 6,225-yard, 18-hole, par 71 links golf course
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Live music venue in grade 2 listed building. Wide range or restaurants, bars, and cafes.
Live music venue, café/bar and recording studio.
A watering hole that dates to the 18th century with a relaxed atmosphere and good food. Generally an over-40 crowd.
St. James Social Club, St. James Crescent, Uplands. Jazz, jazz and more jazz
Swansea University. Music from around the globe, including high-profile jazz artists and other musicians of international acclaim.
Hip-hop, metal, rock and stand-up comedy.
Rock and folk, attracts student crowd.
Offers unique wilderness survival courses at various locations on the Gower.
Screening of art and indie movies. Discussion after screening.
Multi-screen cinemas screening blockbusters.
Screens quality mainstream, independent movies.
Multi-screen cinemas screening blockbusters.
Paintballing & Activity Centre
Participants solve puzzles to escape from a room.
A major event in the UK rally calendar. Held annually in summer at locations near Swansea.
Sketty Lane (near the university). Serious swimmers will enjoy the waters of this Olympic-size pool.
Maritime Quarter. A cutting edge leisure complex that includes a wave making machine, hydro-slide, artificial beach, children's paddling area, Europe's only indoor surfing centre and the world's first uphill water slide. LC offers an excellent rainy-day alternative to a day at the beach.
Tenpin is next to an Odeon multiplex. It features 26 tenpin bowling lanes and an amusement arcade, two pool tables, a Wimpy burger bar and a drinks bar.
Swansea's largest theatre, with everything from pantomime to opera.
The Guildhall complex, Victoria Park. With its stunning British Empire Panels, commissioned for the British House of Lords, this grandiose concert hall is the focus for the annual Swansea Festival of Music and the Arts, the second largest such festival in the UK.
The Maritime Quarter. Specialising in plays produced by the bard.
The Maritime Quarter. Home to the Swansea Little Theatre group, where Dylan Thomas was an actor/member as was Catherine Zeta Jones.
The theatre is part of a so-called creative hub based in the Urban Village.
A state-of-the-art concert and conference venue. Offers a variety of events. Bar and cafe on site.
The University Campus, Singleton Park. This lively venue hosts a broad programme of events including cinema screenings, an average of ten visiting exhibitions per year, and a great variety of live performances, from dance and drama to jazz and world music. The emphasis at Taliesin is on quality and innovation.
An innovative theatre group, performing original and bold work.
The centre organises volunteer environmental work in the area; a great opportunity to meet local people and inject more purpose into your stay in Swansea.
Fforestfach. (Directions: bus numbers 110, 111, 112 and X13 from city centre to Ivorite Arms bus stop). A project that aims 'to provide a sustainable community farm which is stimulating and educational and offers enjoyable and safe activities.' Everyone is welcome to contribute their energy and time to this on-going project (call first).
Lessons in windsurfing and kayaking on Swansea Bay. May to October, seven days a week.
Offers training in the following activities at various locations around the Gower Peninsula: powerboating, sailing, kayaking, jet skiing, first aid and sea survival.
Real time view of the surf at Langland Bay
Mumbles.
Venue No 1
Classes in performing arts, cafe, theatre.
A temple in the Thai Buddhist tradition
Marina (near Morgan's Hotel). M Tu 11AM-5PM, W-Sa 11AM-midnight. Serves up great New England dishes in simple New England style.
This is an unpretentious little cafe that serves fry-up breakfasts in the morning. During lunch hours, they serve several British classics like cottage pie and roast dinners. In addition to the plated food, they serve made to order sandwiches and baugettes and coffee. This is an excellent place to fill up when there is some time to kill before the next train leaves.
Social enterprise. Eco-friendly packaging. Locally sourced ingredients. Specializes in hearty British/Continental food. Coffee. Creative space.
Home of the "Beast" a massive breakfast, has to be seen to be believed.
Tasty authentic Chinese cafe dishes, superb value.
Buffet-style cuisine with at least 40 dishes on rotation.
Freshly made Mexican dishes. The stall has quite a cult following among Mexican food lovers. Take away only.
Near the Guildhall, the restaurant offers wonderful views of Swansea Bay, and is connected to a lounge bar. Good, inexpensive meals.
A vegan restaurant serving mouth-watering dishes.
Indian snacks and fast food.
Cheap and really excellent food. Indian dishes are a speciality, but the desserts alone are worth the visit.
Vegan, small, backstreet cafe.
Mumbles. Wholesome meals made with locally sourced ingredients.
The only Chinese restaurant in the Swansea area to serve Dim Sum. Excellent food and great service.
A restaurant overlooking the waterfront. Exceptional food. Vibrant Chinese decor. Outdoor seating.
St. Davids Square, Princess Way. French and Chinese cuisine, great food, great service.
Penclawdd Road, Penclawdd.
Open kitchen. Specializing in Taiwanese steamed buns with choice of fillings, Japanese gyoza and katsu curry, Cantonese dim sum, Korean pork and kimchi. Many vegan and vegetarian options.
Wide range of quality restaurants and cafes in food court setting. Grade 2 listed building. Concert hall.
An innovative space for vendors offering Japanese and Indian cuisine, pizza, artisan burgers, street food, coffee, and craft beer, etc. Founders & co also houses an emporium for designer crafts and a multipurpose events room. Regular live music and art exhibitions.
Wide selection of Greek food and snacks. Highly rated for service and standard of the meals. Bright and airy restaurant. Bar.
Healthy food café. Açaí bowls, salads, bagels, and wraps. Large portions. Smoothies and coffee. Bright and modern interior.
Wide range of traditional and fusion dishes served in an historical listed building. Views over park. Cheerful ambience.
Uplands.
Modern and spacious ambiance with amazing food. Very highly recommended.
In a converted warehouse. The cozy and warm decor compliment the excellent meals and service
Mumbles
Excellent value for money, service is a bit slow.
Popular with young up-and-comings.
Warm and cosy café-bar serving excellent British and Italian food. Sourdough pizzas are a speciality.
Chic restaurant and lounge with views over the Sail Bridge. Delicious and innovative cuisine.
Family run restaurant. Authentic Sicilian cuisine. Welcoming atmosphere. Fantastic food. Centrally located.
An elegant restaurant with Italian features. Excellent Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas. Desserts and coffee.
cafe and restaurant
Probably the nearest thing the UK has to an authentic Italian sea-front cafe-cum-restaurant, and the huge plate glass windows offer spectacular views over Swansea Bay. Buses travelling to Limeslade stop here. Alternatively, it can be reached on foot via the promenade, a ten-minute walk from Mumbles Village.
Authentic Jamaican cuisine in a warm and welcoming environment.
All-you-can-eat. Specialises in sushi and grilled dishes. Large open restaurant. Bright interior.
Sushi, Japanese noodles, bento boxes, Japanese-style afternoon tea. Warm and contemporary interior design.
Fresh sushi and noodles in a compact but bright space.
Specialises in ramen, donburi, teppanyaki, curry, salads. Wide range of vegetarian and vegan options.
Relaxing atmosphere and wide choice of dishes.
Mumbles. Great selection of Middle Eastern dishes with an unobstructed view over Swansea Bay.
Brains
A penthouse restaurant in the tallest building in Wales with spectacular views of central Swansea and the bay. Wifi access is available and parties are catered for.
Mumbles. A small restaurant with loads of character and excellent food.
Authentic and tasty Mexican dishes. Good selection of vegetarian and vegan options.
Buffet restaurant. Serves a range of Asian cuisine. Very nice decor.
A small but cosy restaurant serving authentic Thai dishes.
Non-pretentious but excellent Turkish restaurant with a very friendly staff. Portions are big and cheap.
Great, no-nonsense Turkish cuisine.
A fully 100% plant‑based café offering breakfast, salads, wraps, curries, cottage pie. Coffee.
Delicious, healthy and innovative.
In a beautiful white Georgian Mansion within the spacious grounds of Singleton Park, this restaurant offers an especially peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
Pump House Quay, Maritime Quarter.
High quality French cuisine and seasonal menus. Seafront location, offering stunning views over Swansea Bay.
Swansea.
Superb traditional Italian cuisine. on the waterfront at the marina.
A fine dining restaurant. Warm and intimate interior. Unobstructed views over Bracelet Bay. Excellent food.
Authentic Spanish cuisine with a modern twist. Solid wooden tables. Views over the marina waterfront. Highly rated for food and atmosphere.
A favourite with Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Altitude 28
British and Continental menu. Chic Interior. Highest restaurant in Wales. View over Marina and Swansea Bay. Excellent meals. Coffee and cocktails.
A fine modern British restaurant with a fantastic view overlooking Langland Bay. Ingredients are organic when available.
Quiet and elegant ambience. Historical mansion setting. Locally sourced ingredients. Excellent desserts.
A chic deli, bar, cafe and restaurant. Great place to boat-watch over a cappuccino.
Stone grill restaurant.
Excellent dishes made with locally sourced produce and seasonal ingredients. Slice has won two covered 'Which' awards for cuisine.
On the waterfront, Swigg functions as a cool café by day and a sophisticated bar by night.
Located in listed building. Fine dining. Locally sourced ingredients. Refined interior. Close to waterfront.
Located in a listed building. Elegant interior. Views over the marina. Innovative Welsh cuisine using local products where available.
Primarily a recording studio, but also hosts events and supports the local homeless community.
Live music and events. Serves coffee, alcohol and meals
One of the largest live music watering holes in Swansea. Large range of local ales.
A waterside jazz cafe/bar serving snacks and tapas.
A spacious cafe in an historical building. Micro-roastery, Excellent coffee and meals.
Relaxed atmosphere, good coffee. Specialises in offering Cannabidiol (CBD) supplements.
Authentic Taiwanese bubble tea. Fruit teas. Variety of toppings. Bright and simple interior.
Various kinds of chai, including the spicy karak chai, Indian desserts, and all day breakfasts. Bright and cheerful Indian-style decor.
Late night cafe. Mix of vintage and modern design. LGBTQ-friendly. Excellent coffee and snacks.
Exposed wood and concrete gives the cafe an urban charm. Vegan cakes are a speciality.
Board game cafe. Spacious and bright environment. Wide range of board games. Coffee and light meals. Advance booking recommended.
Ground Coffee Shop
Vegan cafe. Cozy and intimate interior. Delicious snacks and desserts.
Pleasant and warm atmosphere. Excellent coffee, including Fair Trade, and good selection of cakes.
The original Kardomah was a favourite haunt of Dylan Thomas.
Matt's offers healthy, wholesome meals on a pay-as-much-as-you-like basis.
A authentic Italian cafe. Excellent coffee and desserts. Bright and welcoming decor.
A chic bistro-cafe. great coffee, innovative dishes (including a wide selection of vegetarian options) and interesting wines.
Vegan cafe. An assortment of desserts. Doughnuts are a specialty.
Artisan bakery opened by successful Bake-off contestant. Tasteful and spacious interior. Superb pastries. Excellent coffee.
A community coffee shop that provides employment and skills development opportunities for disabled people. The cafe sells fairtrade artisan coffee and healthy locally sourced meals.
A board game cafe. More than 400 board games. Serves coffee, beers and cocktails, Hot and cold snacks. Cover charge to play games. Friendly and inviting atmosphere.
A social enterprise cafe that uses fairtrade and locally sourced products.
Cafe-Bar. Modern and chic interior. Large street facing windows. Outdoor seating. Healthy and delicious British and Continental meals. Excellent coffee. Beer and cocktails.
A café and creative hub, offering workspaces and event spaces for connection, collaboration, and creativity.
A large cafe great views over marina. Large selection of coffees and teas.
The leather sofas, wood flooring, brick walls and open fronting give this cafe a very trendy but homely atmosphere.
Pleasant cafe with mezzanine. Excellent coffee, light meals, and pastries. Centrally located.
Alcohol served.
A quaint cafe and snack bar based in a building that was once a station for the historic Swansea to Mumbles Railway.
A cafe, bar, and eatery near St Helen's Rugby Ground. On the beach front. Uninhibited views over Swansea Bay.
Modern and cosy serves wholesome beverages and snacks, such as fair-trade coffee, teas, smoothies, local produce, hummus and ciabattas.
An Italian-inspired café/bar. Excellent atmosphere. Cosy and earthy artwork, including an original Banksy.
In a former cobblers, this small, cosy cafe serves excellent coffees and wholesome snacks at very competitive prices.
Artisan bakery opened by successful Bake-off contestant. Tasteful and spacious interior. Superb pastries. Excellent coffee.
Small, chic café, with speciality coffees, delicious pastries and cakes.
A juice and smoothies bar using all natural ingredients
Run by a former doctor who is passionate about health. Cold press juices. Smoothies made from natural ingredients. Waffles with a variety of toppings.
live music and events venue
Gay bar. Cabaret.
Penderyn's third whisky distillery opens July 2023 in a restored listed building.
A pub in a 14th-century building. Outdoor seating.
LGBTQ friendly bar. Live entertainment
Wetherspoons
An Italian-inspired cafe/bar. Live jazz every Monday from 8:30-11PM. Excellent atmosphere. Cosy and earthy artwork, including an original Banksy.
Live bands play on most nights of the week. Features a large fenced outdoor area at the front. This can be a very lively pub at weekends and on special occasions.
bar and music venue
A contemporary and stylish hostel with bunk pods and private rooms. Coffee shop, kitchen, cinema. Views over castle ruins and main square.
Set in a very green location surrounded by trees; nearest caravan park to Swansea city centre.
In a beautiful rural location in south-west Wales. It is easily reached from junction 49 of the M4 and other major routes.
Apartments in the Maritime Quarter.
Converted barns and cottages plus horse riding and other activities. Near Mumbles.
Spacious detached property which sleeps 8 in comfort. Wales Tourist Board 3*. Children and pets are most welcome. Short breaks and longer stays available.
Housing and apartments in student village at vacation times only.
An historic manor house and complex of eight luxury farm holiday cottages in the beautiful Swansea hinterland outside Pontardawe. Pet friendly cottages available.
They offer a range of holiday cottages and apartments in Mumbles, Gower, Swansea Marina and other areas of south west Wales.
Small and pleasant hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Close to the city centre, Swansea University and Gower Peninsula.
Off the motorway connecting road, a car is essential. Not convenient for tourists.
Hurst Dene is in the leafy suburb of Uplands just off Uplands Square on the main road to the heart of the Gower peninsula. They offer guest rooms and self-catering apartments at affordable prices.
Convenient for city centre, marina and 'Swansea-Cork Ferry.' Extremely noisy at weekends as Wind Street is Swansea's main watering hotel and many of the out-of-town revelers stay at this hotel.
in the enterprise park
Quieter than the city centre one and next to a popular Taybarns eat as much as you like restaurant.
This hotel is set in a tranquil location adjacent to the Prince of Wales marina. A Beefeater restaurant and a Tesco convenience store are on the ground floor. Recommended for business people and tourists.
Swansea University offers accommodation to the public during Summer and Easter holidays. They can offer a wide range of accommodation ranging from bed and breakfast non-ensuite single rooms through to self-catering apartments. They can accommodate large groups for events and conferences in the local area. Accommodation is available in Swansea University's Singleton Park campus set in beautiful parklands which is 5 minutes walk to the beach.
A modern but very basic hotel in city centre.
Serviced apartments in the city centre: clean, spacious and within a five-minute walk of leisure centre, casino and shopping.
Delta
Convenient for city centre. Wonderful views over Swansea Bay and marina.
Swansea's oldest and one of its most popular hotels in the heart of the City Centre.
A converted small Georgian manor house.
Swap the urban whirl for lake views at the Mercure Swansea Hotel, gateway to the Brecon Beacons and Gower Peninsula.
A beautifully renovated classic hotel. Convenient for city centre and rail travel.
A tastefully decorated boutique hotel. Seafront. Restaurant. Cafe. Close to amenities.
SA1 Waterfront, Fabian Way, in the prestigious SA1 Waterfront area, a 20-minute walk to city centre, or two minutes to sea front.
A small family run hotel in quiet location over looking the Bishopston Valley and close to sandy beaches.
Five-star luxury in listed building. Convenient for city centre and marina. Atrium Restaurant
A boutique hotel offering unobstructed views of Swansea Bay. Excellent cuisine and service. Uncomplicated, but excellent cuisine. Restaurant offers uninhibited views over Swansea Bay.
A 12-room luxury boutique hotel in a distinctive Wedgewood blue Georgian town house. Period-decorated rooms. Close to city centre and marina.
Quality African and Indian teas blended in Swansea
Luxury chocolates made in Swansea.
Quality handicrafts, ethnic clothes, and jewellery from Asia.
Mumbles. It offers the largest range of love spoons in the city.
Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea University. Taliesin’s Oriel Ceri Richards Gallery hosts regular touring exhibitions, and stocks an excellent range of greetings cards, jewellery, ceramics and other craft items.
Handmade items from Wales.
9:30AM-12:30PM, 1st Saturday each month
Open 6 days a week, it has a number of stalls selling locally sourced produce.
Fully fledged street markets selling fresh breads, fruit, plants and handicrafts.
An indie bookshop with a wide range of titles.
Specialises in the work of Dylan Thomas.
Quality international and locally made food. Wide range of cheeses. Breads. Wines. Sandwiches. Excellent coffee. Sitting area. Very friendly and knowledgeable service.
Fruit, vegetables, bread, and processed food.
Wales' largest indoor market. Voted 'Britain's Best Large Indoor Market 2024' by industry body NABMA. Stalls offering fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and fish. Specializes in local produce. Range of cooked meals. Free sitting area.
A huge supermarket. Fruit, vegetables. and processed food.
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