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Popular places to visit

Penllergare Valley Woods
You can learn about the history of Swansea with a visit to Penllergare Valley Woods. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area, or check out its lively bars.

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.

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.

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.
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 Penllergaer

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Excellent alround
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

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
Excellent value in a good location
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

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 Penllergaer

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.
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.
Cockett
Cockett might not have many top sights, but Dylan Thomas Birth Place and Grand Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre.
Llwchwr
While there might not be top attractions in Llwchwr, you can explore the larger area and discover places like WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre and Parc y Scarlets.
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.






