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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!

Discover our city by the sea

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 19 beaches covering over 30 miles of coastline, no visit to Swansea is complete without…

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.

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…

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!

Can’t miss events

An Intimate Evening with Paul Young

From No Parlez to The Secret of Association; An Intimate Evening with Paul Young Paul…

May 24

BBC NOW - Notes of Love

Bartók Violin Concerto No. 1 Mahler Symphony No. 5 Ryan Bancroft conductor…

May 30

Guenther Steiner Unfiltered: LIVE

Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access…

Jun 07

Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra

As ever, Jools continues to dazzle, involve and impress audiences with his Rhythm…

Jun 13

Rob Beckett: Giraffe

Yes! Bobby Beckles is back on tour. Smashing the life out of the M25, M1, M5 and any…

Jun 18 - Jun 19

IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea

Athletes and spectators can expect a fantastic route in a race destination offering…

Jul 13

Explore Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower

Activities

Swansea Bay and Gower’s location means we’re blessed with options when it comes to activities. Explore our coast and countryside by foot, bike or pony and try all manner of water sports!

Attractions

Learn about the city’s maritime heritage - Swansea is home to Wales’ oldest and newest museums, both free to enter! If art is your thing, the Glynn Vivian Art gallery is a must. Fans of Dylan Thomas can enjoy a tour of…

Nightlife

When the weekend comes and it’s time to unwind, Swansea is the place to be. You’re spoilt for choice whether you’re grabbing a quiet drink with friends, catching some live music, or dancing the night away.

Blog

Want to know the latest event news and ideas for things to do in Swansea Bay? Check out our blog!