Uplands Travel Guide

Swansea

A coastal landscape with a clear sky, the sun shining over the water, and a distant island.
A sandy beach with people walking and playing, a stone wall on the right, and a cloudy sky.
A beach with a wooden post and grass in the foreground, and a distant island with a structure on it.
A statue in a grassy field with leafless trees and a clear blue sky.
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A stone church with a pointed roof and large windows.
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Swansea Beach

8.8/10 (270 reviews)
Swansea Beach, the waterfront beach for the city of Swansea, stretches for five miles between the Maritime Quarter and the ‘Knab Rock’ near Mumbles in Wales. Popular since Victorian times, the beach throngs with sun-lovers during the summer months who come for the dunes, golden sands and fine swimming. It’s recommended by the Marine Conservation Society for the quality of its water and the cleanliness of the sand.
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Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

£82
per adult
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
Swansea Hidden Gems

Swansea Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

£15
per traveller
Swansea Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Swansea: Ghost Walk with Paranormal Investigation

Swansea: Ghost Walk with Paranormal Investigation

£24
per adult
Swansea: Ghost Walk with Paranormal Investigation
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head

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

£140
per adult
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

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

£10
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

£140
per traveller
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Uplands

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
The price is £80 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£80
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (720 reviews)
"The property look better in pictures"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Mercure Swansea Hotel

Mercure Swansea Hotel

4 out of 5
Phoenix Way Swansea Wales
The price is £65 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
£65
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely staff, sits in a quiet area of the city so very little outside noise, it's not far away from the M4 so it makes an ideal base camp if you're exploring areas outside of Swansea."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Mercure Swansea Hotel
Village Hotel Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

4 out of 5
Langdon Road Swansea Wales
The price is £80 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£80
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Village Hotel Swansea
The Dragon Hotel

The Dragon Hotel

4 out of 5
The Kingsway Swansea Wales
The price is £71 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£71
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, staff very helpful. Rooms need updating and new furniture. Generally a very pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

The Dragon Hotel
Sessile Oak, Llanelli by Marston's Inns

Sessile Oak, Llanelli by Marston's Inns

3 out of 5
Pemberton Park Llanelli Wales
The price is £40 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£40
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Llanelli. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (547 reviews)
"All good for the money paid!"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Sessile Oak, Llanelli by Marston's Inns
The Diplomat Hotel and Spa

The Diplomat Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Felinfoel Llanelli Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £101 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
£101
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Llanelli. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Diplomat Hotel and Spa
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Where to stay in Uplands

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A historic stone structure with a water feature and a yellow sculpture.

Castle

Castle is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Grand Theatre and Swansea Arena while you're in town.

A cable-stayed bridge over a river with a cityscape in the background.
Photo by David Luther Thomas
Open Photo by David Luther Thomas

St. Thomas

St. Thomas is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Maritime Quarter and Swansea Marina if you have time to explore the area.

A beach with clear skies, distant hills, and sparse vegetation.
Photo by Vicky
Open Photo by Vicky

Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton

Unique features of Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Rhossili Beach or Whiteford National Nature Reserve while you're exploring the area.

A blue boat stranded on a muddy riverbank with a town in the background.
Photo by Lesbardd
Open Photo by Lesbardd

Llanrhidian Higher

While Llanrhidian Higher isn't home to many top sights, Parc y Scarlets and Three Cliffs Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

A coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a beach, and a river.
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Bon-y-maen

Bon-y-maen is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Swansea area, you might plan a trip to Swansea.com Stadium or 1940s Swansea Bay.

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