Places of interest to visit
Wind Street
National Museum Cardiff
National Botanical Gardens
Steam Train rides
Welsh Mountain Zoo
Set in North Wales, high above Colwyn Bay with panoramic views and breathtaking scenery, its beautiful gardens are home to this caring conservation zoo. Roam the wooded pathways, relax on the grassy slopes and spend a lovely day learning about many rare and endangered species from Britain and around the world including Snow Leopards, Chimpanzees, Red Pandas and Sumatran Tigers!
Folly Farm
fantastic zones to visit... the Jolly Farm, a spectacular Zoo, an enormous vintage Funfair, indoor and outdoor Adventure Play and Folly Wood Country Park
Awarded "TOP DAY OUT IN WALES 2005" by the Wales Tourist Board.
Oakwood Park
Danyogof Caves
http://www.showcaves.co.uk/danyrogof.html
The river Llynfell emerging from a cave at the base of the cliffs at Dan-yr-Ogof farm has always been known.
In 1912 Tommy and Jeff Morgan had the courage to explore the cave. They used only candles to light their way and arrows in the sand to find their way back.
They discovered a wonderland of stalactites and stalagmites, but they were prevented from penetrating far into the mountain by a lake.
Undeterred they returned, this time with coracles. A coracle is a traditional one man fishing boat found on the rivers of West Wales.
They crossed not one lake but four. They discovered more magnificent passages and chambers, but again the way on was denied them. This time it was a tight crawl.
This crawl was not passed until 1963 when Eileen Davies, a local girl and member of the South Wales Caving Club struggled through it.
She and others have now found over 10 miles of unique cave. Cavers believe that this is the tip of the iceberg and that there is still much to discover.
The journey through Dan-yr-Ogof is an experience you will never forget
Vue Cinema Swansea
http://www.myvue.com/cinemas/index.asp?cn=1&ln=1&ci=68
York Street, Swansea.SA1 3LZ – behind Wind Street
Vue Swansea is a state-of-the-art cinema located on York Street, in the centre of historic Swansea. The cinema can seat up to 1,762 people over 12 screens. It also benefits from a speed bar and a Ben and Jerry's ice cream counter.
Glyn Vivian Art Gallery
The Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
Alexandra Road
Swansea, UK
SA1 5DZ
Tel: +44 (0)1792 - 516900
Fax: +44 (0)1792 – 516903
E-mail: glynn.vivian.gallery@swansea.gov.uk
Free Admission
Open: Tuesday – Sunday
Closed: Mondays (Except Bank Holidays)
Opening Times: 10am – 5pm
The Gallery's Permanent Collection
The original bequest of Richard Glynn Vivian includes work by old masters as well as an international collection of porcelain and Swansea china. The twentieth century is also well represented with modern paintings and sculpture by Hepworth, Nicholson and Nash alongside Welsh artists such as Ceri Richards, Gwen and Augustus John and Alfred Janes. These are housed in the handsome classic Italian-style gallery building, complemented by the contemporary art programme in the modern wing.
Swansea Museum
Swansea Museum is a fascinating treasure house of Swansea's past history
Swansea Museum is the oldest in Wales. It was opened in 1841 by a group of local people who were known as The Royal Institution of South Wales, which gave the Museum building its original name.
In 1991 Swansea City Council took over the running of the Museum, and began renovation of the building. Since that time extensive work has been carried out on the Grade II* listed building and museum collection, ensuring they survive for future generations to enjoy. More work is needed and the task is ongoing.
Swansea Museum is a real treasure house of the ordinary and the extraordinary from Swansea past, and is a focus for the future of the city and its people, as well as providing a visitor experience that we hope you find enjoyable.
Free admission
Open Tuesday - Sunday
10am - 5pm (Last admission 4.40pm)
Closed Mondays except Bank Holiday Mondays
01792 653763
Egyptian Centre
http://www.swansea.ac.uk/egypt/
The Egypt Centre is based on the University of Wales, Swansea's campus and can be reached on 01792 295960
The Egypt Centre is the largest collection of Egyptian Antiquities in Wales and is open to all Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm.
Hands-on activities are available as well as an exciting display of Egyptian artefacts including weapons, jewellery, coffins and much more. We have an innovative schools' programme which reaches most parts of the national curriculum!
Dylan Thomas Centre
The Dylan Thomas Centre is a beautiful building in the Maritime Quarter near to Swansea's museums with an excellent restaurant, and the beautifully refurbished building provides a great setting for weddings as well as functions and conferences. Ring 01792 463980 for more information or to book a table.
The Dylan Thomas Centre has a permanent exhibition on Dylan Thomas and his life, as well as a cosy cafe and bookshop stuffed with books, posters and memorabilia. The Centre is also home to many literary events throughout the year, including the annual Dylan Thomas Festival during October and November
Margam Park
Set in 1000 acres of glorious parklands, Margam Country Park offers natural beauty, history, wildlife and a wide range of fun activities and facilities to make it one of the best days out in Wales for all the family.
It has surprises around every corner, from the magnificent 18th Century Orangery, an impressive and picturesque Tudor-Gothic style Victorian Mansion House, a 12th Century Chapter House, ornamental gardens and the best deer herd in Wales.
The narrow gauge railway, children's adventure playground, farm trail and pets corner, Fairytale Land and the splendid walks are some of the features which contribute to the experience of Margam Country Park together with a mixed coarse fishery at Furzemill Pond and a programme of seasonal events for all to enjoy.
The Visitor Centre situated around the Castle Courtyard, includes Charlotte's Pantry for those who are not picnicking and the gift shop.
Margam Country Park is open all year round so you will always find something to make the visit worthwhile whatever the season.
Please ring +44 (01639) 881635 to check details prior to your visit.
Opening Hours
Summer Season:
1st April – 7th September 2008
Winter Season:
8th September 2008 - 1st April 2009
- Monday & Tuesday 1pm – 4.30pm
- Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 4.30pm
Please note that during the Winter Season some facilities at the Park are closed.
