Cockett Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Singleton Park
Once a private estate, today this urban park is a place to enjoy botanical gardens, miniature golf and live music performances.
Activities
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
From Cardiff: Guided South Wales' Amazing Waterfalls Tour
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
Our pick of the best Cockett Hotel Deals
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
"The hotel was basic. No fridge in the room or bathrobe or slippers. The furniture was a bit dated. The breakfast was a bit disappointing."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Village Hotel Swansea
"Hairs in the shower and clumps of hair in the main room, so not hovering properly, food was good, main issue was the poor WiFi bulb"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Mercure Swansea Hotel
"Everything you would expect with exception of aircon! Room great, staff great, food great. Just a bit hot!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality
"It was a great stay - as always. Breakfast great and the staff were awesome."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Diplomat Hotel and Spa
"Unfortunately stayed on a weekend with a wedding, where we were on the first floor above the disco. There's non existent sound proofing and sticky doors that slams as you try to close them. Beware there's also no air con or fans. On the plus side, we had a nicely renovated room and the staff were ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Dragon Hotel
"Good hotel. Nice staff. Good space. Perfect location. Nice views."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cockett
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.
Townhill
When in Townhill, you can plan a visit to Grand Theatre and Dylan Thomas Birth Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cwmbrwla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cwmbrwla and surrounding area, you can visit Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre.
Uplands
Unique features of Uplands include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Swansea Guildhall or Swansea Beach while you're exploring the area.
Penllergaer
Travellers like the historical sites in Penllergaer, and Penllergare Valley Woods is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Mount Pleasant
While there might not be top attractions in Mount Pleasant, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Grand Theatre and LC Swansea.
