Title: Castle Travel Guide: Best of Castle, Swansea Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle-Swansea-Hotels.0-n553248635216274708-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Swansea](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Swansea.d9958.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Swansea](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Swansea.d9958.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Castle Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Castle.d553248635216274708.Car-Hire-Guide)[Castle Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle.d553248635216274708.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Castle Travel Guide ## Swansea ![Swansea showing a river or creek and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148254-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swansea showing a marina, boating and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148257-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swansea which includes a sunset, general coastal views and sailing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148258-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swansea featuring a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148256-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swansea featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148267-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Castle Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Swansea travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea.dx9958) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Grand Theatre featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148648-Grand-Theatre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Theatre 4.5/5(12 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Theatre-Castle.d6086361.Attraction) ![National Waterfront Museum showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148856-National-Waterfront-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Waterfront Museum 4/5(28 reviews) Located in the trendy Maritime Quarter of Swansea, the National Waterfront Museum tells the story of industry and innovation in Wales over the last 300 years. As part of the European Route of Industrial Heritage this is a thematic element of a collection of the most important industrial heritage sites in Europe. Inside you’ll find enough to occupy you for hours, with the beautifully designed space offering a range of regional history exhibits marrying interactive media with traditional displays. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Waterfront-Museum-Castle.d6086501.Attraction) ![Plantasia showing a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148249-Swansea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plantasia 2.5/5(3 reviews) You probably wouldn’t expect to encounter tarantulas, macaws and endangered tamarin monkeys in a Swansea retail park, but visit the spectacular Plantasia, a public hothouse in Parc Tawe close to the city centre, and you’ll find these and much more besides. Easy to locate, as it’s housed in a unique glass pyramid, Plantasia has for a quarter of a century performed the vital function of raising awareness among locals and visitors about the level of rainforest destruction around the world, and the dangers of the consequent biodiversity loss. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plantasia-Castle.d6086359.Attraction) ![Three Cliffs Bay Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/15d91aef91f849dd1a9bf8a0368e4f60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Three Cliffs Bay Beach 4.5/5(45 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Three-Cliffs-Bay-Beach-Swansea.d6086377.Attraction) ![Oxwich Bay Beach featuring a beach and vehicle touring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148840-Oxwich-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oxwich Bay Beach 4.5/5(57 reviews) Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oxwich-Bay-Beach-Swansea.d6086381.Attraction) ![Rhossili Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148794-Rhossili-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rhossili Beach 5/5(84 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhossili-Beach-Swansea.d6086385.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/542d07dc-66f3-4374-90a2-ba3455fcd4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour £90 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45072845/195bc6b6-f202-4b3a-8074-dde81eee8407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bar-club-queue-jump-entry-party-pass-to-multiple-venues-in-swansea.a45072845.activity-details) ![Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4949078/63c02082-eb73-43a6-9a6a-33ce22a164e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour £120 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/swansea-city-highlights-walking-tour.a4949078.activity-details) ![Gower Cliffs and Beaches Tour From Swansea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49667000/e7d28db7-0450-4106-9790-c0c6849a2fe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Day Tour of Gower's Cliffs & Beaches from Cardiff £690 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-tour-of-gowers-cliffs-beaches-from-cardiff.a49667000.activity-details) ![Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47123734/864e3d3f-6bac-4f9e-822f-11658e595e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons £495 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-hike-the-iconic-pen-y-fan-in-the-brecon-beacons.a47123734.activity-details) ![Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3980416/1ca25680-6494-42ed-9089-01bfc142d96c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls! £495 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-hike-the-brecon-beacons-eight-waterfalls.a3980416.activity-details) [See all activities in Swansea](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Swansea.d9958.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Castle ![Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1290/07fead22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales £69 22 Dec - 23 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (508 reviews) Room was Comfortable. Food was good. Disappointed with the fridge provided. Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F12%2F2025&endDate=23%2F12%2F2025&selected=1290&PinnedHotelID=1290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274708) ![The Grand Hotel Swansea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1189900/1189828/666583d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grand Hotel Swansea Ivey Place High Street Swansea Wales Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £59 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8/10 Very Good! (900 reviews) Great location Great quality Great comfort Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=1189828&PinnedHotelID=1189828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274708) ![The Dragon Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1184900/1184873/09c9e5cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Dragon Hotel The Kingsway Swansea Wales £64 21 Dec - 22 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 6.8/10 (1,001 reviews) Helpful friendly staff very clean rooms Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=1184873&PinnedHotelID=1184873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274708) ![Morgans Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8980000/8970400/8970360/bf3c0287_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Morgans Hotel Somerset Place Swansea Wales £101 21 Dec - 22 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (606 reviews) The room was excellent and the hotel was superb. Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=8970360&PinnedHotelID=8970360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274708) ![The Dolphin SA1 Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/71700/71639/64af5782_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Whitehalls Swansea Wales £72 17 Dec - 18 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.6/10 Good! (491 reviews) Clean and spacious room and in an excellent location. Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025&selected=71639&PinnedHotelID=71639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274708) ![The Georgian Swansea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103655700/103655691/1a067b45_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Georgian Swansea 2-3 Prospect Place Swansea Wales £95 21 Dec - 22 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Dylan Thomas Centre and ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews) Room was well equipped and spacious. You have to walk some distance for breakfast in the morning. Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=103655691&PinnedHotelID=103655691&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274708) [See all 1,576 properties in Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025®ionId=553248635216274708) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Mount-Pleasant.dx960633575085277184) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Townhill When in Townhill, you can plan a visit to Grand Theatre and St Helens Rugby and Cricket Ground, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Townhill.dx553248635216273917) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cwmbrwla If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cwmbrwla and surrounding area, you can visit Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Cwmbrwla.dx553248635216273994) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/0462dcd211216dd47d2e7c79dfbc13e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Landore 3/5(2 area reviews) When in Landore, you can plan a visit to Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Landore.dx553248635216275012) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0f7e70ce0794d172251fcfcc9750b299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### St. Thomas 4/5(88 area reviews) St. Thomas is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like 1940s Swansea Bay and Maritime Quarter if you have time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-St-Thomas.dx553248635216275103) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/c268b533975846a6576b570800801efc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) [Photo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=38142845) by [Jakejakegarner (page does not exist)](//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Jakejakegarner&action=edit&redlink=1) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Bon-y-maen 3.5/5(6 area reviews) Travellers like the historical sites in Bon-y-maen, and Grosnez Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit. 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