Swansea Bay

A city by the sea and rural seaside retreat in one holiday destination. Experience Wales’ Cultural City and the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Gower Peninsula. Unwind on award-winning beaches, walk the Gower Coast Path or go wild for watersports. Explore our coast, castles and caves and discover how the sea has shaped our heritage.

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Aerial view over Swansea town at early evening toward Mumbles Head.

Looking over to Three Cliffs Bay from green hills towards the sea and sand formations.

Gower: 10 things not to miss

Adored by walkers, birdwatchers, sunbathers and surfers. Discover more about Gower in West Wales.

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Aerial view over Swansea town at early evening toward Mumbles Head.

Must do in Swansea

Visit the waterfront of Swansea Bay and beautiful Gower Peninsula. Things to do in Swansea.

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Swansea family holidays

Journalist Iestyn George brings his young family home to Swansea for a holiday to remember.

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Exploring Swansea Bay's coast and castles

Liz Johnson, Paralympic Gold medal winning swimmer, shares her favourite Swansea trails and places.

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A sporting break in Swansea

Heading to Swansea for a match? Make a weekend of it. There's loads to do for all the family.

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Rob Morgan's guide to Gower

Rob Morgan's favourite hidden places on Gower during the colder months.

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Guide to Swansea Bay

An insider’s guide to Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower – what to do, eat and drink

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West Wales' special places of faith

West Wales has a fascinating religious heritage with much of it still possible to enjoy.

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Learn to climb in stunning West Wales

Want to take climbing lessons in stunning coastal scenery? Check out our top places in West Wales.

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Gower coastal walk: Llanrhidian to Cheriton

Enjoy a beautiful eight-mile Gower Coast trail, following a section of the Wales Coast Path.

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Tide out at Three Cliffs Bay with rivulets of sea water left on the sandy beach.

870 miles to enjoy along the Welsh coast

The Wales Coast Path is a unique long distance footpath that encompasses the entire Wales coastline.

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Discover the natural world on Wales' coast

The coastlines and rivers of Wales attract a multitude of fascinating creatures and wildlife wonders.

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Explore marvellous Mumbles

Discover Mumbles with its many restaurants and bars, famous castle and classic pier and promenade.

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A Dylan Thomas trail around Swansea Bay

Trace the story of Dylan Thomas around Swansea in West Wales, his home for more than half his life.

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Exhibits at the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea.

Ideas for rainy days in West Wales

West Wales is a playground of natural splendour. It’s also a fantastic area for indoor explorations.

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