Swansea, Wales' City of Culture, birthplace of Dylan Thomas and the place where custard powder was allegedly invented.
Cosy but cosmopolitan Mumbles is full of local character and charm. Home to handmade crafts, luxury boutiques and arguably the worlds' best ice cream.
Declared the UK's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956 and home to the 10th best beach in the world (as voted by TripAdvisor users in 2013).
Rural Swansea is a green great escape with rolling countryside, hidden valleys and secluded woodland. Climb to Swansea's highest point to admire the view from the top.
Afan & The Vale of Neath is lush and leafy. Bike around mountains, hide behind waterfalls and monkey about in the treetops.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
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Gower Stand Up Paddle
We provide professional SUP tuition from the serene to the extreme. Come and try the most popular outdoor activity among first-time participants.
Down to Earth
Down to Earth offers remarkable experiences and eco-adventures from our two stunning centres on Gower. Open daily, all year.
Swansea Bay without a Car
BayTrans is a leader in the promotion of sustainable travel for visitors to the area supported by our website www.swanseabaywithoutacar.com
LC Swansea
Following the recent government advice, this venue is temporarily closed. Please contact the venue directly for more information and any enquiries.
Botanical Gardens Singleton Park
Singleton Park Botanical Gardens house one of Wales' premier plant collections, with herbaceous borders, wildflower garden and three large glasshouses
Gower Activity Centres
Two incredible centres at Rhossili and Port Eynon both uniquely placed to explore all the adventure Gower has to offer when #ItsGowerTime
Adventure Britain
Adventure Britain offer great ideas for outdoor activity breaks, adventure holidays, family activities, stag/ hen weekends and team building.
Plantasia
Wales National Pool Swansea
Gower Gallery
A beautiful gallery in the village of Mumbles surrounded by boutiques and cafes - overlooking the curve of the Bay.
Langland Bay beach
Langland Bay is a family friendly beach with a coastal clifftop walk around to Caswell Bay.
Llangennith beach
Llangennith beach is situated on the western edge of the Gower Peninsula. Dog-friendly, family-friendly and great for watersports.
Broughton Bay beach
Broughton Bay beach sits at the north west of the Gower Peninsula. It's one of the more remote retreats.
Lovespoon Gallery
The original specialists offering the largest collection of lovespoon designs. **The Gallery in Mumbles is temporarily closed to visitors due to the Coronavirus outbreak. We are still open online 24 hours on our website and will be delighted to help in any way we can.** www.lovespoongallery.com
Rotherslade Bay beach
Rotherslade Bay beach is nestled around the corner from Mumbles. It's a small and sandy stretch, that's easily accessible by road.
Crawley beach
Adjacent to Oxwich Bay, Crawley beach is small, sandy and secluded. Access is via Crawley woods or the Penmaen footpath.
Dylan Thomas Birthplace & Family Home
Come and enjoy Dylan's world with a tour of this living house where he was born, wrote and lived for over half his life.
Swansea Bay beach
Swansea Bay is Wales's Waterfront City beach, as well as being the name given to the wider destination too.
Dulais Valley Quads
Take your breath away with the adventure and thrill of navigating the latest Honda 250cc quad bikes through acres of hills, woodland and streams.
1940's Swansea Bay Museum
Following the recent government advice, this venue is temporarily partially closed. Please contact the venue directly for more information and any enquiries.
Swansea Marina
Swansea Marina, where the city meets the sea. The Marina's unique location guarantees something to please every member of the family.
Skidz Karting
Swansea's only indoor karting track. With karts for all ages and abilities and tracks to challenge all types of drivers.
Brangwyn
In line with government advice, Swansea Council is suspending many non-essential services to help the community fight coronavirus. This includes those places where public gather such as museums and galleries, and as a result The Brangwyn is temporarily closed.
Gower Kite Riders
We are fortunate to have an ideal location for teaching Power Kiting Courses, Kite landboarding, buggy courses and ready to ride Kitesurf lessons.
Oxwich Watersports
Oxwich Watersports is a centre of excellence offering a full range of water sports activities and training for all ages and levels of experience.
Mewslade Bay beach
Mewslade Bay beach is a snug spot at the bottom of a small valley. Enjoy sloping sea cliffs, unspoilt scenery and breathtaking views.
Three Cliffs Bay beach
Three Cliffs Bay beach offers a wilder experience. Picture a spectacular shoreline of sand dunes, salt marsh and limestone cliffs.
Swansea Grand Theatre
In line with government advice, Swansea Council is suspending many non-essential services to help the community fight coronavirus. This includes those places where public gather such as museums and galleries, and as a result Swansea Grand Theatre is temporarily closed.
Penllergare Valley Woods
A 'forgotten' Victorian paradise with lakes, waterfalls, terraces, panoramic views and exotic trees is being brought back to life by Penllergare Trust
Horton beach
Horton beach is spacious and safe, and has plenty of sea and sand to go around.
Mumbles Pier
Mumbles Pier the perfect family day out at the seaside!
Swansea Community Boat - Copper Jack
Following the recent government advice, this operator is temporarily closed. Please contact the operator directly for more information and any enquiries.
Oystermouth Castle
Oystermouth Castle sits majestically on the hill in Mumbles, with stunning views overlooking Swansea Bay.
Aberdulais National Trust
Step back into the lives of Victorian men, women and children, who helped South Wales start an industrial revolution which shaped the world.
North Wind Studio & Gallery
A working Studio in a beautiful village near Three Cliffs Bay. View work in an adjacent gallery or chat to the artist about her creative practice.
Swansea Market
Visit Swansea Market, the largest indoor market in Wales, for a shopping experience you won't forget. Voted Britain's Best Large Indoor Market!
Brandy Cove beach
Brandy Cove beach is accessed via the cliff path at Caswell Bay. It's a secluded spot, but offers stunning scenery.
Teamforce Paintball & Laser Tag Activity Centre
Teamforce is the ideal destination for an action packed adventure day - Paintball, Archery and Air Rifle shooting.
Tor Bay beach
Sheltered and sandy, Tor Bay beach is accessed via a coastal clifftop path. Great for viewfinders, explore the headland of Great Tor.
Swansea Parks and Gardens
Parks and green spaces are plentiful in Swansea, with over 52 areas to complement its coastline.
Caswell Bay beach
Caswell Bay beach is a sought-after spot with surfers and families alike.
Gower Adventures
Open all year round offering a wide range of exciting outdoor adventure activities based around the Gower Peninsula.
Annie from Wales
Tour Guide & Dylan Thomas Specialist
Clyne Farm Centre
Fun for all ages and abilities! Overlooking the wide sweep of Swansea Bay, Clyne Farm Centre offers outdoor activities & self-catering cottages.
Port Eynon Bay beach
Port Eynon Bay is safe, sandy and award winning. It's also suitable for watersports - swap sand for sea and give one a try.
Dryad Bushcraft
Dryad Bushcraft is one of the UK's leading Bushcraft and Wilderness Survival training organisations.
Limitless Activity Centre
We are the UK's FIRST EVER activity centre of it's kind! Boasting a large inflatable park, trampoline park, ninja assault course and a zip wire.
Rip N Rock
TRIP ADVISOR BEST RATED adventurous activities on Gower and AWARD WINNING company. Quality adventure days out for all group types.
Oxwich Bay beach
Oxwich Bay is a large sandy stretch with lots on offer - sea, surf, dunes, salt marsh, shops - and it's easy to get to.
Santander Cycles Swansea
Hop on a Santander Cycle and explore Swansea and the Bay by bike. Self-service bike hire, 24/7 from 6 convenient docking stations across Swansea Bay.
National Waterfront Museum
Cafe Play Mumbles
Cafe Play is a soft play area and fully licensed cafe in the heart of Mumbles. We offer great party packages, including exclusive hire.
Gower Coast Adventures
Providing breathtaking interactive tours of the Gower coast and its wealth of wildlife, from beautiful Oxwich Bay to the magnificent Worms Head
Pobbles Bay beach
Pobbles Bay beach is a popular bay cornered by cliffs - take a walk to the top and soak up the seaside sights (great for adventurers!).
Taliesin Arts Centre
Swansea Museum
In line with government advice, Swansea Council is suspending many non-essential services to help the community fight coronavirus. This includes those places where public gather such as museums and galleries, and as a result Swansea Museum is temporarily closed.
Swansea Prom
Swansea Prom, with its range of attractions and spectacular 5 mile stretch of Swansea Bay, is a great destination for visitors.
Dylan Thomas Centre
In line with government advice, Swansea Council is suspending many non-essential services to help the community fight coronavirus. This includes those places where public gather such as museums and galleries, and as a result The Dylan Thomas Exhibition is temporarily closed.
Bracelet Bay beach
Beautiful Bracelet Bay beach is just around Mumbles' head. Its rocky shoreline is award winning, and it's great for ice cream.
Go Ape Margam
Go Ape is the UK's number one Tree Top Adventure. Head to Margam for fun in the trees, taking on zip wires, tarzan swings and rope ladders.
Gower Kite Shop
The Gower Kite Shop (formally The Gower Kite Centre) opened in 2002. It Is based just outside Rhossili on the Gower Peninsula.
Rhossili Bay beach
Rhossili Bay has 3 miles of gorgeous sand and coastline. Perfect for walkers, watersports and wonderful views!
Pwll Du Bay beach
Pretty and pebbly, Pwll Du Bay beach sits at the bottom of a valley. It's one for the more adventurous, as access is limited to 3 footpaths.
Welsh Surfing Federation Surfing School
Teaching surfing to absolute beginners and improvers. Owned and regulated by the WSF, the national governing body for Welsh surfing. Established 1981.
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
Swansea’s City Gallery – A vibrant and inspiring art space for everyone
Gower Heritage Centre
Set in the heart of the Gower Peninsula, the Centre is a visitor attraction and rural life museum based around a working 12th century water-mill.
National Trust Rhossili
Perched high above the glorious Rhossili Bay, the National Trust car park and shop is a great place from which to explore the delights of the area.
Limeslade Bay beach
Limeslade Bay beach is a rugged and rocky retreat. A small, sheltered cove that's easy to get to.
Clyne Golf Club & Somerfield Lodge
Clyne is ranked among the best golf courses in Wales and offers a warm welcome to all. We have 4 star B&B accommodation on site at Somerfield Lodge.
