Popular places to visit

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area, or check out its lively bars.

Rhossili Beach
Often named as one of the best beaches in the UK and even the world, Rhossili Beach in the Gower Peninsula is unsurprisingly a popular attraction. It has also been called the “supermodel of British beaches” by The Independent because of its good looks, as well as the UK’s most dog-friendly beach by The Times.

Oxwich Bay Beach
Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.

Grand Theatre
Swansea Grand Theatre is located on Singleton Street in the heart of the city of Swansea, Wales. This performing arts venue stages a host of plays, pantomimes, operas, stand-up performances and offerings from touring companies.

Mumbles Pier
One of Swansea’s most recognisable landmarks, the imposing Victorian pier on the southwestern corner of Swansea Bay holds both historic value and offers an entertaining way to pass the afternoon. Once a favoured haunt of Dylan Thomas, this iconic attraction in the village of Mumbles now plays host to tourists and locals out to enjoy themselves.

Caswell Bay Beach
Surf on the choppy waters of this scenic bay and trek along the nature paths for gorgeous views of cliffs and headlands.
Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls

Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head

Swansea Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons
Top hotels in Cockett

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Very courteous, attentive and helpful staff. Great breakfast! Check-in and check-out was very easy.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Village Hotel Swansea
Average stay , breakfast was cleared at 9 am, most hotels clear around 9:30. Your reception staff should make guests aware of this. I managed to get a cold bits thanks to help of the staff member clearing the server
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

The Grand Hotel Swansea
Enjoyed my stay in the hotel. Quiet and private. Perfect to get good sleep and rest.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

The Dragon Hotel
Stayed here before. Decent hotel
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Mercure Swansea Hotel
Polite staff and clean room ideal for what we wanted for the night
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Blanco's Hotel Port Talbot
Overall good venue triple room was an great advantage when attending Christmas party to keep cost low
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cockett
Penderry
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Penderry and surrounding area, you can visit Swansea.com Stadium and Penllergare Valley Woods.

Townhill
Though Townhill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Theatre and Dylan Thomas Birth Place.

Cwmbrwla
Though Cwmbrwla might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Swansea.com Stadium and Pennard Golf Course.

Penllergaer
Travelers like the historic sites in Penllergaer, and Penllergare Valley Woods is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mount Pleasant
Though Mount Pleasant might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Theatre and Pennard Golf Course.

Landore
While Landore isn't home to many top sights, Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.


