Tourist information for Gower, Britain's first designated 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'

Less than 15 minutes from the City, the Gower Peninsula is home to around 50 unspoilt beaches, coves and bays, from the jaw-dropping vastness of Rhossili, to the tiny, secluded Pwll Du. Inland you'll find sheltered woodland and rolling grasslands; country pubs and fine food. The diversity of Gower makes it an ideal location, whether you're looking for an action packed weekend, a quiet romantic day out, or a week-long family holiday.

"The tiny, beach-rich Gower Peninsula is one of Wales' loveliest corners"

"Gorgeous sandy beaches, flower-fringed limestone cliffs and easy-going coastal walks, near Swansea and its superb National Waterfront Museum" ... Lonely Planet

Gower beaches

...are some of Wales' cleanest and most beautiful. The Independent describes Rhossili as "the supermodel of British beaches", while Llangennith is one of The Guardian's 'Top 10 UK Surf Spots'.

"Lose yourself in the pounding surf, sweeping beaches and limestone cliffs of the Gower Peninsula"...Lonely Planet

Gower photos

Take a look at our Gower photo gallery to get a taste of the peninsula's stunning scenery.

Walking on the Gower Peninsula

With nearly 400 miles' worth of rights of way, Gower offers many memorable walking routes, from short family trips, taking in many of the small churches and landmarks in the area, to routes for the more experienced, with breathtaking views of the Peninsula. In fact, "glorious" Rhossili is one of The Times '20 Greatest Rural British Walks' (2007). 

"Spectacular cliffs, burial cairns and mysterious shipwrecks"...The Independent

Gower sports and activities

...are many and varied! Surfers, watersports fans, climbers, horse riders and golfers are all well catered for in Gower - and you can use our activity search to explore many other activities on the peninsula.  Or just relax and take in the awe-inspiring views - Gower was voted 'Best Picnic Site in Britain' by The Guardian Travel Magazine (2007).

Gower history

For history lovers, the area boasts many ancient sites, monuments, caves, castles, shipwrecks and landmarks including Arthur's Stone, Giants Grave burial chamber and Pennard Castle. Stone Age artefacts have been discovered in Gower caves, including the oldest dated modern human remains ever discovered in Britain.