Penllergaer Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Ian Richards
Photo by Ian Richards

Popular places to visit

Penllergare Valley Woods

Penllergare Valley Woods

You can learn about the history of Swansea with a stop at Penllergare Valley Woods. Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Penllergare Valley Woods
Three Cliffs Bay Beach

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

3.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Rhossili Beach which includes landscape views, a beach and a bay or harbour

Rhossili Beach

5/5(8 reviews)

Enjoy long walks, spot birds and marine life, and watch surfers ride big waves at this award-winning beach on the Gower Peninsula.

Rhossili Beach
Mumbles Pier which includes general coastal views

Mumbles Pier

4/5(5 reviews)

Amble along this Victorian Pier for its arcade games and café and enjoy the views of the sea and the lighthouse.

Mumbles Pier
Oxwich Bay Beach showing touring and a beach

Oxwich Bay Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.

Oxwich Bay Beach
Caswell Bay Beach which includes hiking or walking as well as an individual male

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.

Caswell Bay Beach

Activities

Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

AU$249
per traveller
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour
9 Hour Tour from Cardiff to Mumbles Three Cliffs Worms Head Gower

From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head

AU$271
per adult
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Private Hike: Brecon Beacons Henrhydd Falls Plus Foraging

Private Hike: Brecon Beacons Henrhydd Falls Plus Foraging

AU$759
per traveller
Private Hike: Brecon Beacons Henrhydd Falls Plus Foraging
Foraging Food And Medicinals Plus Batman's Waterfall

Private Guided Hike: Foraging Course To 'Batmans' Waterfall

AU$759
per traveller
Private Guided Hike: Foraging Course To 'Batmans' Waterfall
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

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

AU$21
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!

Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!

AU$821
per traveller
Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!
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Our pick of the best Penllergaer Hotel Deals

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter, Swansea, Wales
The price is AU$170 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$170
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)
Great Hotel, great location, great staff.
"I've stayed at this hotel many times and this was my fourth visit this year, facilities are superb, beach and marina within touching distance, city centre just a few minutes walk away, great location for the Mumbles and all the beaches in the Gower."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
The Grand Hotel Swansea

The Grand Hotel Swansea

3 out of 5
Ivey Place High Street, Swansea, Wales
The price is AU$140 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$140
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (821 reviews)
"Staff were really helpful. Location was excellent. Old building but seemed ok for the rating of the hotel."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

The Grand Hotel Swansea
Village Hotel Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

4 out of 5
Langdon Road, Swansea, Wales
The price is AU$168 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$168
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Every member of staff was excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel Swansea
The Dragon Hotel

The Dragon Hotel

4 out of 5
The Kingsway, Swansea, Wales
The price is AU$238 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$238
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, polite friendly & courteous, room was a good size but property is tired, needs redecorating and new floor finishes & furniture"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

The Dragon Hotel
The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
11 Spilman Street, Carmarthen, Wales
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carmarthen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (378 reviews)
"I don’t write reviews as most write rubbish."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

3 out of 5
Whitehalls, Swansea, Wales
The price is AU$214 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$214
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (470 reviews)
Comfort break
"Excellent few days spent relaxing"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Penllergaer

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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.

Pontlliw and Tircoed
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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.

Penderry
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Cockett

When in Cockett, you can plan a visit to Penllergare Valley Woods and Grand Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cockett
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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.

Grovesend and Waungron
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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.

Llwchwr
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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.

Mynyddbach

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