Penllergaer Travel Guide
Swansea


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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Caswell Bay Beach
Surf on the choppy waters of this scenic bay and trek along the nature paths for gorgeous views of cliffs and headlands.

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.
Top hotels in Penllergaer

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Great waterfront location. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
Very nice hotel very clean and bedroom lots of space.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Grand Hotel Swansea
Excellent value in a good location
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel
Clean and spacious room and in an excellent location.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Morgans Hotel
The room was perfect and the staff were extremely helpful and welcoming.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Mercure Swansea Hotel
Lovely hotel. Polite and helpful staff. Room was lovely and clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
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 Penllergare Valley Woods and Swansea.com Stadium.

Cockett
When in Cockett, you can plan a visit to Dylan Thomas Birth Place and Penllergare Valley Woods, 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 Penllergare Valley Woods and Parc y Scarlets.

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

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.
