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Rhossili Bay
Ollie #1 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5 of 5 stars 122 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water
Distance  15.3 miles from city center
Gower Peninsula
Ollie #2 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations
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Gower Surfing Development (GSD)
Ollie #3 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: Gower Surfing Development - SurfGSD is the ONLY licensed surf school by The City and County Of Swansea in the area and is the only surf school allowed...... more » Owner description: Gower Surfing Development - SurfGSD is the ONLY licensed surf school by The City and County Of Swansea in the area and is the only surf school allowed to run surfing lessons at Caswell Bay, near Mumbles Village.About SurfGSD:Established over a decade ago, SurfGSD is one of the premier British Surfing Association approved surf schools. Recently featured on The Gadget show when Jason Bradbury had an indoor surfing lesson with us. Then Anna Richardson of the C4 Supersize versus Superskinny took an outdoor surfing lesson with us at Caswell Bay, Swansea. We have also been in the highly acclaimed Coast magazine, Times, Guardian, Observer, Daily Mirror, and the Independant. Our moto is Surfing for Everyone! « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  4.5 miles from city center
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Clyne Gardens
Ollie #4 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Caswell Bay
Ollie #5 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 60 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  5.5 miles from city center
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Llangennith Beach
Ollie #6 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 40 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  14.3 miles from city center
Bishopston Valley
Ollie #7 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Valleys; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Swansea Grand Theatre
Ollie #8 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: The Grand Theatre in Swansea has a wide variety of shows and exhibitions for everyone to enjoy. Footlights Cafe is open from 11.00am to 3.30pm on...... more » Owner description: The Grand Theatre in Swansea has a wide variety of shows and exhibitions for everyone to enjoy. Footlights Cafe is open from 11.00am to 3.30pm on performance days (closed on Mondays), and Footlights restaurant is open from 5.00 pm on performance days until 11.00pm and has full access for wheelchair users. Opening times - Monday to Saturday: 9.30am - 8.00pm (9.30am - 6.00pm on non performance days)Sunday: Open for one hour before performances « less
Attraction type  Ballets; Theaters; Concerts
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Mumbles Tourist Information Centre
Ollie #9 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centers; Tours
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Langland Bay
Ollie #10 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  4.9 miles from city center
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The National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Ollie #11 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 86 reviews
Owner description: There are ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages. The 3 different caves Dan-yr-Ogof,...... more » Owner description: There are ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages. The 3 different caves Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave and Bone Cave each offer a unique underground experience. In Dan-yr-Ogof you walk through the beautifully decorated passageways for just under 1 kilometre; in Cathedral Cave you walk through its enormous caverns, carved out millions of years ago, and at the end of this cave experience the excitement of walking behind the 40 feet high waterfalls that cascade around you in the ‘Dome of St Paul’s’, an atmospheric end to a truly wonderful cave; and in Bone Cave learn why 42 human skeletons were buried here, and how our ancestors used caves all those years ago. On site we also have one of the world’s largest collections of life-sized dinosaur models, ranging from the ever popular Tyrannosaurus Rex and Brachiosaurs, to the lesser-known Tsintaosaurus. There are over 200 models here – can you find your favourite dinosaur? The Shire Horse Centre offers the excitement of the 2 covered children’s play areas, the farm yard area, and why not make friends with the gentle giants – the Shire horses who are waiting to say hello. Include the Iron Age village, museum, and stone circles, and you have plenty to see and do for all ages, and for those who may want a break, there is our Coffee shop, and the Rock and Dinosaur shop to enjoy. « less
Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves; Historic Sites
Distance  8.2 miles from city center
Oxwich Bay
Ollie #12 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; Beaches
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Singleton Park
Ollie #13 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
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Bracelet Bay
Ollie #14 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  4.3 miles from city center
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Brynmill Park
Ollie #15 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
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Dynamic Rock Adventures
Ollie #16 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Swansea is a great place to learn to climb, with a huge variety of rock climbing from the picturesque Gower to inland sandstone crags. South Wales has...... more » Owner description: Swansea is a great place to learn to climb, with a huge variety of rock climbing from the picturesque Gower to inland sandstone crags. South Wales has something to suit all types and ability of climber. Anyone wishing to learn to climb is welcome at Dynamic Rock, where we offer a safe and accessible introduction to the sport with entertaining climbing and expert instruction available. Outdoor options are also available with superb customer satisfaction guaranteed. « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Distance  5.1 miles from city center
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Dylan Thomas Centre
Ollie #17 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Museum that chronicles the life and works of Thomas Dylan, one of the most notable of Welsh poets.
Attraction type  Specialty Museums; Art Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
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Swansea Marina
Ollie #18 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Attraction type  Marinas
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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The Chocolate Factory
Ollie #19 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Owner description: All bookings must be made in advance. Take a tour of Wales’ leading chocolate factory and find out exactly how chocolate is made. Learn about the...... more » Owner description: All bookings must be made in advance. Take a tour of Wales’ leading chocolate factory and find out exactly how chocolate is made. Learn about the fascinating history of chocolate, just how and where in the world the fantastic cocoa beans grow, the guilty pleasures of the ancient Aztecs, Columbus’ big discovery, and lots, lots more. You will get to see a real working chocolate factory, smell delicious chocolate being melted in our giant chocolate kettles, and taste all the different types of chocolate we provide. Uncover the secrets to making great chocolate and many other tricks of the trade from chocolate bar manufacture to creating a hollow Easter egg. And, of course, we promise lots and lots of chocolate samples to feast on throughout your visit! « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  2.6 miles from city center
Plantasia
Ollie #20 of 60 attractions in Swansea
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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