Days out in Swansea City

Swansea's fantastic new leisure complex

The LC brings a whole new world of leisure to Swansea, divided into 3 zones Core, Edge and Peak this fantastic attraction is a great day out for adults and children alike!

The Edge is Wales' biggest indoor waterpark with a network of pools, rides and slides including the thrilling Masterblaster water rollercoaster and the Boardrider, an indoor surf experience - guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping. For a more relaxing ride, take a trip on the lazy river, catch some waves in the pool or just take a splash in the interactive pool and lagoon (also suitable for toddlers).

The Core features a four-storey interactive Playzone that will keep young adventurers entertained for hours as well as a 32 ft climbing wall to challenge climbers of all abilities. With a jam-packed programme of activities running daily there's always something on offer for all ages and abilities.

Health and fitness reaches a whole new level at the Peak, home to a state-of-the art gym with stunning views over the city's skyline and the luxurious Spa where you can indulge yourself with the latest beauty products and treatments.

Or why not pop in and treat yourself to a great cup of coffee... and if you're looking for somewhere different to catch up with friends or rewarding the family with a tasty home-cooked meal then come along and enjoy the delights in one of our eateries - and let us make your great day better.

National Waterfront Museum

No matter what the weather, there's always something to entertain visitors at Swansea's National Waterfront Museum. The award winning museum is also home to exhibitions, events and activities all year round.

Cwmdonkin Park & Dylan Thomas's Uplands

The park was very important to Dylan when he was growing up in Uplands. On entering the Park, you can turn left or right either way will bring you round to a triangular shelter, erected as a memorial to Dylan. Carry on up the path before turning left, on to a broad walk. Along on the left is the cast-iron drinking fountain, sadly no longer with a tin drinking cup as described by Dylan. Return to the fountain, and proceed up the hill past the hut and leave the park by the top gate, turn right and walk along to the first right which is Cwmdonkin Drive. Dylan Thomas's house is no. 5; the house has been restored to original condition when bought as a new house in 1914. From 27th October 2008 (Dylan's 94th birthday) the house has been made available to let as a themed holiday experience - a newspaper of the day will await you but no phone, no television and no radio!

Chocolate Factory

Tours of the factory are conducted by Cocoa the clown who ensures that every visit to is a very chocolatey experience. Groups are guided round the factory and shown how various types of chocolates are made, with plenty of sampling along the way!

1940s Swansea Bay

Discover for yourself what life was like for civilians on the 'Home Front' during WWII. Experience the sights and sounds of an air raid. See how people lived at that time and find out what you could eat with a week's rations! Short films and displays of actual material from the period help bring to life a time over 60 years ago when everyone had to carry a gas mask and identity card. Could you survive on a typical week's rations?

Wales National Pool

The Wales National Pool is an outstanding facility that is also available to members of the public of all ages and abilities.

As well as family and lane swimming, Wales National Pool Swansea has a full range of classes plus health & fitness activities in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere - it's more than just a swimming pool!

Liberty Stadium

Liberty Stadium, Swansea is the premier venue for conferences and events in South West Wales. The stadium is also the home of Swansea City Football Club and the Ospreys regional rugby team.

Plantasia, Parc Tawe

Swansea's exotic world of plants and animals. Come and explore our unique tropical haven of wonderful plants and animals situated in the heart of the city. From insects, reptiles, fish and monkeys to banana plants, pineapple plants, prickly cacti and giant bamboo - Plantasia has it all, and is perfect for that unique family day out, no matter what the weather!

Dylan Thomas Centre

The Dylan Thomas Centre is situated in the Maritime Quarter near to Swansea's museums with an excellent restaurant. It is open 10am - 4.30pm seven days a week and celebrates Dylan Thomas, Swansea's world famous poet.

The 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.

Swansea Castle

Visitors will soon be able to roam around Swansea Castle for the first time in decades. Thanks to funding worth £165,000 from the Assembly Government and Cadw, work will soon begin on clearing debris from the ground floor level of the historic attraction to enable access for visitors.

Swansea Castle dates back to the early 12th century and its surviving ruins and green spaces are together recognised as a scheduled ancient monument.

Some of the building remains include an historic tower with views over the city centre and coast, but part of the ground floor that leads to it has been obscured by earth over time. Architects Feilden Clegg Bradley are now putting together a development plan on behalf of Swansea Council and the Assembly to explore ways of opening up the attraction to the public once again and to make the most of the castle as a tourist, commercial and educational feature.

Swansea Bus Museum

Operated by the South Wales Transport Preservation Trust, Swansea Bus Museum restores, preserves and displays, both on site and at shows, buses of former public transport companies of South and West Wales. The impressive collection includes buses from South Wales Transport (SWT), its associates and other companies, including United Welsh, Morris Bros., Rees & Williams, Swan Motor Co., Neath & Cardiff, Llynfi, Red & White, Western Welsh and London Transport. The museum also contains a small collection of other vehicles such as a Green Goddess fire engine and classic Scammell Scarabs.

The museum is located at SA1 Business Park (former AWCO factory site), Fabian Way, Port Tennant. Open Sunday: 10am to 5pm Mon-Fri: 9am to 4pm