Mawr
Swansea
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.

Singleton Park
Once a private estate, today this urban park is a place to enjoy botanical gardens, miniature golf and live music performances.
Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

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

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

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

Swansea Historical and Cultural Private Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Mawr

Coynant Farm Guest House
Good value for money guesthouse. Really is in the middle of nowhere with beautiful views.
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Yes
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
Comfortable bed, I slept really well. The room was spotless and refreshed every couple of days. Staff very helpful
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Pencelli Hotel
Lovely clean room. Really lovely staff. Couldn't ask for more
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

The Grand Hotel Swansea
Room clean and spacious
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Mercure Swansea Hotel
Nice and clean
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mawr

Pontlliw and Tircoed
Though Pontlliw and Tircoed might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penllergare Valley Woods and Swansea.com Stadium.

Birchgrove
Birchgrove might not have many top sights, but Swansea.com Stadium and Maritime Quarter are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mynyddbach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mynyddbach and surrounding area, you can visit Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre.

Llansamlet
Visitors to Llansamlet enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Celtic Trail is worth a stop.

Grovesend and Waungron
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grovesend and Waungron and surrounding area, you can visit Parc y Scarlets and Penllergare Valley Woods.

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





