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Popular places to visit

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

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area or visit 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

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

Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

Private Guided Hike: Sunset On Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!

Private Day Tour of Gower's Cliffs & Beaches from Cardiff
Top hotels in Penllergaer

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Comfortable hotel. Food good, service good.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Village Hotel Swansea
quiet top floor room
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

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

The Dragon Hotel
Room was great so were the staff will book again
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

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

Morgans Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Penllergaer

Pontlliw and Tircoed
When in Pontlliw and Tircoed, you can plan a visit to Penllergare Valley Woods and Swansea.com Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Penderry
Though Penderry may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Swansea.com Stadium and Penllergare Valley Woods.
Cockett
When in Cockett, you can plan a visit to Dylan Thomas Birth Place and St Helens Rugby and Cricket Ground, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Grovesend and Waungron
While there might not be top attractions in Grovesend and Waungron, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parc y Scarlets and Penllergare Valley Woods.
Llwchwr
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Llwchwr and surrounding area, you can visit Parc y Scarlets and Penllergare Valley Woods.
Mynyddbach
Though Mynyddbach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre.






