Attractions in Swansea and Mumbles easily reached by Bus

Getting from Gower to Swansea by bus is convenient and cheap; most places in Gower have a weekday bus every hour in daytime. In Swansea, the bus arrives at the conveniently located Bus Station, close to the many attractions of the city. Connecting buses take you on to Mumbles and elsewhere though you may need to buy an extra ticket.

Swansea City Centre: a comprehensive guide to Swansea’s attractions, hotel locations and major shopping areas, all in a pocket map available on line or from the Tourist Information Centre. The attractions listed below are mainly in the city centre or very close to. There is a wide variety of restaurants, cafes and bars catering to all tastes within easy reach of city centre bus stops. Buses 116 or 118 to Swansea Bus Station.

Mumbles Village: this attractive seaside village has a wide variety of attractions, entertainment, restaurants, cafes and bars catering to all tastes within easy reach of bus stops. Call in at the Tourist Information Centre to find out all you need to know about Mumbles. Buses 116 or 118 to Swansea Bus Station changing to Buses 2, 2A, 2B or 2C alighting at Oystermouth Newton Road.

LC, Swansea’s Leisure Complex: a multi activity centre with waterpark and boardrider, climbing, children’s play area, gym, spa and fitness centre. Buses 116 or 118 to Swansea Bus Station (¼mi/0.4km).


Liberty Stadium:  is the home of Swansea City Football Club and the Ospreys regional rugby team; it is also a principal centre for conferences and events. Buses 116 or 118 to Swansea Bus Station changing to Bus 4 (Metro) alighting at Liberty Stadium.

National Waterfront Museum: tells the story of industry and innovation in Wales, now and over the last 300 years. Buses 116 or 118 to Swansea Bus Station (¼mi/0.4km).

Vue Cinema: find out what films are showing in this multiplex cinema. Buses 116 or 118 to Swansea Bus Station (¼mi/0.4km).

Wales National Pool: has something for everyone, whether serious swimmers or complete novices; café and shop on site. Buses 116 direct, alighting at Singleton Hospital; Bus 118 to Swansea Bus Station changing to Bus 4 (Metro) alighting at Singleton Hospital (200yd/200m).