Sightseeing in Swansea - what to see. Complete travel guide

1. Swansea is the wettest city in the country; it is raining here almost every day. Vacationers are sure to take an umbrella and warm clothes, as cool winds from Atlantic also come with …
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Scenic modern city of Swansea is home to three hundred dining places. British cuisine restaurants are extremely popular among vacationers eager to taste the most popular dishes of local …
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Swansea is one of the largest cities in Wales. It can offer an interesting excursion program to its guests. The city cherishes its cultural heritage. One of its main landmarks is the …
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The city is very popular among fans of water sports, as the coast of Swansea is ideal for surfing and sailing. In warmer months, one of the main activities for travelers is walking around …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Swansea and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Swansea
♥ Shopping area ' Oxford Street' Swansea, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Oxford Street' Swansea, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Swansea
♥ Castle 'Swansea Castle' , 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Penrhos Castle' , 2.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Oystermouth Castle' , 6.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Loughor Castle' , 10.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Neath Castle' , 10.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Swansea Castle' , 0.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Penrhos Castle' , 2.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Oystermouth Castle' , 6.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Loughor Castle' , 10.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Neath Castle' , 10.8 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Swansea
♥ Park 'Prickly Pear' , 107 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Prickly Pear' , 107 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Swansea from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Big Pit
From the series “Giant Artificial Quarries of the Planet”
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Distance from Swansea center - 60.1 km.
Visitors are taken down the deep mineshaft in the elevator to depth of 90 meters. Miners caps are a must underground. Old workshops, a forge and even miners baths are open for everyone to see. A vast museum comlex which was formed in the vicinity of Big Pit quarry, includes an iron foundry building. Within its walls is a collection of unique items, including the stove of the 18th century and tools, whose age is more than one hundred years. …
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Tenby Resort
From the series “Small Flamboyant Towns Painted with Van Gogh Colors”
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Distance from Swansea center - 52.4 km.
First floors of almost all historical buildings house shops and eating places. The town is largely focused on tourists. During summer, a favorite vacation spot of the guests of Tenby is a large sandy beach. That’s an ideal place for sunbathing and active entertainment. The resort will appeal not only to fans of historical sights, but also to tourists with children. Tenby has several top-notch recreational facilities in and around the town. Boat trips to the nearby island of Keld are extremely popular among tourists. Several historical buildings have survived there. …
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