Uplands Travel Guide
Swansea
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.

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.

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

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.

Singleton Park
Once a private estate, today this urban park is a place to enjoy botanical gardens, miniature golf and live music performances.
Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

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

From Cardiff: Guided South Wales' Amazing Waterfalls Tour

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

Self contained ground floor Garden Flat with parking and view of lighthouse

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
"Fabulous position on the Marina. Friendly helpful staff. Nice room."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
"Hairs in the shower and clumps of hair in the main room, so not hovering properly, food was good, main issue was the poor WiFi bulb"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Mercure Swansea Hotel
"Everything you would expect with exception of aircon! Room great, staff great, food great. Just a bit hot!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

The Diplomat Hotel and Spa
"Unfortunately stayed on a weekend with a wedding, where we were on the first floor above the disco. There's non existent sound proofing and sticky doors that slams as you try to close them. Beware there's also no air con or fans. On the plus side, we had a nicely renovated room and the staff were ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

The Dragon Hotel
"Good hotel. Nice staff. Good space. Perfect location. Nice views."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uplands

Mount Pleasant
While there might not be top attractions in Mount Pleasant, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Grand Theatre and LC Swansea.

Townhill
When in Townhill, you can plan a visit to Grand Theatre and Dylan Thomas Birth Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

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.

Cockett
When in Cockett, you can plan a visit to Dylan Thomas Birth Place and Swansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Landore
When in Landore, you can plan a visit to Swansea.com Stadium and Dylan Thomas Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.







