Mawr
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.
Mumbles Pier
Amble along this Victorian Pier for its arcade games and café and enjoy the views of the sea and the lighthouse.
Oxwich Bay Beach
Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.
Rhossili Beach
Enjoy long walks, spot birds and marine life, and watch surfers ride big waves at this award-winning beach on the Gower Peninsula.
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.
Oystermouth Castle
Walk along the high glass bridge that runs through the ruins of this Norman chateau to encounter its hidden halls.
Things to do
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Swansea
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Swansea Historical and Cultural Private Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Mawr
Coynant Farm Guest House
A secluded and charming guest house, helpful and courteous service and the rooms were lovely with en suite and breakfast facilities in room. Only a brief stay but I'd happily stay again and longer
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
The Rose 37ft Lakeside Yacht inc Hot Tub
Nice area peaceful and quiet great for fishing and great experience would stay again
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
The Nook - Farm Park Stay with Hot Tub, BBQ & Fire Pit
Great place with character
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Friendly staff, lovely food and a superb room.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Village Hotel Swansea
Hotel stay was great. Jacuzzi was very small and always full. Not much vegetarian option for breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Swansea
The staff really make this hotel — they’re fantastic! Always attentive, checking that everything is okay and asking if you need anything. The hotel is currently undergoing some improvements, but that didn’t spoil our stay at all. Our room was fantastic, everything was very clean, and we’ll definitely ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mawr
Pontlliw and Tircoed
When in Pontlliw and Tircoed, you can plan a visit to Penllergare Valley Woods and Swansea.com Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Birchgrove
Birchgrove might not have many top sights, but Swansea.com Stadium and National Waterfront Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mynyddbach
Though Mynyddbach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre.
Llansamlet
Visitors to Llansamlet enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Celtic Trail is worth a stop.
Penllergaer
Travellers like the historical sites in Penllergaer, and Penllergare Valley Woods is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Penderry
Though Penderry may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Swansea.com Stadium and Penllergare Valley Woods.
