Mumbles Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mumbles featuring street scenes and a small town or village
Swansea which includes a coastal town and general coastal views
Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views
Mumbles Pier which includes a house, a sandy beach and a pebble beach
Mumbles which includes a small town or village, views and heritage elements

Mumbles sits in amajestic position on the western tip of Swansea Bayand has been the favoured holiday resort of the area since early in the 19thCentury, when passengers began arriving on what was then the brand new steamrailway. As well as being a stunning destination in its own right, it marks thegateway to the Gower Peninsula, a part of Wales which, in 1956, became theUnited Kingdom’s first official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

History inMumbles

All around Mumbles arethe signs this is a place that has been attracting visitors looking for seasidefun for many years. You can stroll along the traditional sea front promenadeand enjoy some home-made Italian ice cream, or Gelato, as it is known, beforeexploring the traditional Victorian pier or admiring the lighthouse that wasbuilt in 1794.

The most historically impressive part of Mumbles,however, is Oystermouth Castle, which sits on a hill overlooking the seafrontand offering stunning views of Swansea Bay. The structure itself dates back tothe 12th Century and has recently been restored, allowing visitorsto safely explore its nooks and crannies and marvel over sights such asgraffiti from the 14th Century.

Shopping inMumbles

Newton Road is the heart of Mumblesshopping experience, offering a selection of independent traders providingdesigner clothes, handmade goods and arts and crafts. This is the place wherethe history and tradition of Mumbles mixes withits cosmopolitan modernity, and when the shopping gets a little too exhaustingsimply pop into Oystermouth arcade for a sit down and a coffee. On the secondSaturday in every month the Mumbles Produce Marketoffers the chance to stock up on delicious artisan food and deli style treatsfrom around the world.

Beaches inMumbles

Those looking for a beach holiday have made the idealchoice in Mumbles, since its position on aheadland means that there are several beautiful and contrasting beaches withineasy walking distance. The sweeping arcs of Bracelet Bay and Limeslade offersea views and seclusion, whilst, a little further up the coast, LanglandBay is one of the UK’s leading surfing beaches. A wide sandybeach accessible on foot and lined with iconic stripy beach huts, it is theideal spot for families as well as hard core surfers, being served by outdoorshowers, public toilets, the St John Ambulance service and a lifeguard duringhigh season.

Food and Drink

Anyone wanting to eat out in Mumblesis spoilt for choice, whether they’re looking for a snack during the day or a fullblown gastronomic treat in the evening. The key word is ‘freshness’, withseafood arriving straight off the boat and onto the plate, and produce grown inthe countryside used to create delicious hand cooked treats. Many of the finestcafes and restaurants sit in positions which provide stunning views to soak upat the same time as you’re enjoying the food on offer.

Things to Do

Although Mumblesitself offers more than enough sites of interest for the average visitor, gettingthe most out of a visit means taking one of the local sightseeing boat toursand exploring the surrounding waters, getting up close to the seals anddolphins that swim here and learning about smugglers coves andshipwrecks.

From traditional seaside fun to designer shopping, andhistorical buildings to home-made ice cream, Mumblesoffers something for everyone and fun for all.

Oyster House

Oyster House

4 out of 5
143-151 Mumbles Rd, Swansea, Wales
The price is £111 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£111
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and climate control. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Oyster House
Norton House Hotel

Norton House Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Norton Road, Mumbles, Swansea, Wales
The price is £86 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
£86
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Swansea. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Norton House Hotel
Patricks Boathouse

Patricks Boathouse

2.5 out of 5
642 Mumbles Road, Swansea, Swansea, Wales
The price is £130 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
£130
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and bathrobes. Popular attractions Oystermouth Castle and Limeslade Beach are located ...
Patricks Boathouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spacious, Stylish House - 500 yards to the sea front

Spacious, Stylish House - 500 yards to the sea front

West Cross, Wales
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Oystermouth Castle and Clyne Gardens are ...
Spacious, Stylish House - 500 yards to the sea front
Stylish Rotherslade/Langland beach view apartment - 1 min from the beach

Stylish Rotherslade/Langland beach view apartment - 1 min from the beach

Swansea
Stay at this beach apartment in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Langland Bay Beach and Oystermouth Castle are located ...
Stylish Rotherslade/Langland beach view apartment - 1 min from the beach
Luxury apartment with beautiful sea views.  Private parking, lift and hot tub.

Luxury apartment with beautiful sea views. Private parking, lift and hot tub.

Swansea, WLS
Stay at this beach apartment in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Limeslade Beach and Mumbles Pier are located ...
Luxury apartment with beautiful sea views. Private parking, lift and hot tub.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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