These 19th Century landscaped gardens of 50 acres contain probably the finest collection of rhododendrons in Wales, including some which grow to 16m high. They were established by the wealthy Vivian family who organised expeditions to collect exotic plant specimens...

The Egypt Centre is based in Swansea, the second city of Wales, and houses a fascinating collection of archaeology and collected pieces that relate to the historic ancient Egyptian empire and civilisation. One of the oldest and most romanticised...

The Glyn Vivian Art Gallery is one of the more important cultural meeting points in this area and offers a fantastic forum for art in the local area. The gallery has a quick turnaround of work and represents some...

The Gower Heritage Centre is home to a working 12th century Water powered Corn Mill. It was originally built by William de Breos, a knight from Normandy in France. The mill is one of the oldest ’Toll Mills’ in Wales,...

This clean, sandy beach is very popular with watersports enthusiasts. There’s good access from the car park, with disabled access through an easy path in the sand dunes. The beach is particularly admired by surfers and windsurfers. Other watersports available...

Located in the Maritime Quarter of Swansea, this independent art gallery has gained a reputation as one of the most challenging and thought provoking anywhere in the region. Throughout the year the gallery space, which is housed in an...

This museum is full of the latest multimedia technology, making Wales’ history come alive. It is housed in a magnificent building that cost 31million to build and combines old and new architecture. A visit promises to be different from...

Swansea Castle sits in the heart of this Welsh city, now surrounded by modern day buildings it's hard to imagine the castle's history. The castle was originally founded by Henry de Beaumont in 1106 but was rebuilt in the 13th...

The purpose built Liberty Stadium (Stadiwm Liberty in Welsh) was opened in 2005 and is one of the largest purpose built stadiums in Wales and at the time of construction, the only Premier League ground in Wales. Home to both...

The Grand Theatre is the largest and most historic theatre in Swansea. There is a wide range of entertainment available all year round, from opera performed by the Welsh National Opera, to drama, ballet and musicals. There are also...

Swansea Marina is a great place for relaxing and having a gentle stroll taking in the sights. It is situated in what was the Swansea South Dock Basin, erstwhile home of the deep sea trawlers of the Swansea fishing fleet....

Swansea Market is the largest indoor market in Wales with over one hundred stalls. At the original 'super market', you will find an enormous range of Welsh fare. These include local Welsh cheeses, traditional Welsh breads, meat, locally caught fish...

Swansea Museum contains treasures from the past of Swansea, Wales and the rest of the world. We have everything from an Egyptian mummy to a Welsh kitchen, displayed in six galleries. There are also many changing temporary exhibitions each year....

Centred with a 42 metre high mast, Swansea’s £2,000,000 Sail Bridge connects the city’s marina with the new SA1 Waterfront Development, on the site of the Swansea Docks. The bridge, which spans the River Tawe near the Dylan Thomas Centre,...

The Cycle Way begins at Swansea Marina and follows the gentle curve of Swansea Bay for five miles to Mumbles Pier. Starting from the Observatory on the seafront, keeping direction is simple and the path is continuous until you reach...

This unique gallery holds the leading selection of designs from the principality’s finest carvers of lovespoons. It is conveniently situated in the centre of Mumbles village, near the seafront. The lovespoon is a traditional Welsh artform. The custom of giving...

Although the Tramshed is run by Swansea Museum, it is situated away from the museum in Dylan Thomas Square in the marina. Trams once played a significant role in the transport system of Swansea, and the tramshed is a wonderful...