Make Swansea Bay Your Happy Place

Welcome to Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower!

Found in south Wales, Swansea Bay is a welcoming and diverse coastal destination with a passion for culture, creativity and sustainability. The Swansea Bay Area covers Gower, Mumbles, Swansea City Centre and Rural Swansea.

Swansea City is the second largest city in Wales, and has grown into a thriving modern destination offering an incredible nightlife scene, many restaurants and cafes, several cultural venues that will inspire you through art, theatre and history and plenty of outdoor attractions for you to enjoy.

Gower and Mumbles are perfect for making happy memories by the sea– from fun family holidays and romantic weekends, to walking, water sports and fantastic foodie breaks with miles of incredible coastline and beaches. We’re also home to the Gower National Landscape – an area of outstanding natural beauty, designated the UK’s first in 1956.

Rural Swansea is perfect for those looking for a break from city life with plenty of lakes, parks, walking trails and open spaces for everyone to enjoy.

From nightlife to major events and from the city to the sea, you’re guaranteed to find a way to Make Swansea Bay your happy place!

Beaches

Our Swansea Bay Beach Guide is a comprehensive guide to all the magnificent beaches that are on offer in Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower. With 20 beaches covering over 30 miles of coastline, no visit to Swansea is complete without…

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What's On

Discover all the great events happening in Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower.

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Walking

With nearly 400 miles’ worth of rights of way and the first path to wrap around the coastal border of an entire nation, Swansea Bay offers many memorable walking routes.

Dog Friendly

Your furry friend doesn’t have to be left behind when exploring Swansea Bay.

Live Music

From cozy pubs to bustling bars, Swansea's nightlife is enriched with the sounds of talented local bands, singers, and performers. Whether you're into rock, jazz, indie, or acoustic, you'll find a venue that hits the…

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Swansea

This is where you’ll find shops, cinemas, theatre, a modern arena and a very old castle! There aren’t many places where you can hit the shops in the morning and the surf in the afternoon.

Gower

Just a short drive from Swansea, the Gower Peninsula is more than just a pretty face. Now known as Gower National Landscape – and area of outstanding natural beauty, it was designated as the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural…

Mumbles

Welcome to cosy, cosmopolitan Mumbles, gateway to Gower and home to some world class ice cream. Mumbles marks the beginning of the Gower Peninsula’s coastline. it’s a well-loved area of Swansea, with its cute cottages…

Rural Swansea

There’s even more to Swansea Bay than the City, Mumbles and Gower - Experience the charm in the peaceful countryside of Rural Swansea.

Things to Do

There aren’t many places where you can hit the shops in the morning and the surf in the afternoon. In Swansea Bay, you’ll find the best of both worlds!