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See. Rhossili Down Radar Station↗ Explore this World War II radar station built in 1942. Rhossili Bay↗ Enjoy breathtaking sunset views at this spectacular coastal scene.

Eat. Joe's Ice-cream Experience this nationally acclaimed ice cream, a venerable institution in the city. Swansea Market Find local delicacies like cockles, laverbread, and Welsh cakes. Flynn's Delicatessen Enjoy quality international and local food, cheeses, and excellent coffee.

Stay. The Dylan Thomas Birthplace Stay in the legendary poet's childhood home for a surreal experience. The Uplands Base yourself in this bohemian area with indie restaurants, bars, and cafes.

Atlas ObscuraOct 14, 2026

Rhossili Down Radar Station in Hillend, Wales

Situated atop the north western end of Rhossili Downs, the Rhossili Down radar station was built in 1942, as part of 'Chain Home Low', a network of World War II radar stations covering the Bristol Channel. Operated by the Army and Royal Air Force with the aim of detecting low flying aircraft at 500 feet (150 m), early warning could then be sent to Swansea upon discovering incoming German bomber…

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Lonely PlanetOct 4

12 Best Places to Visit in Wales

Rugged mountains, wave-smashed coasts, exciting cities and castles galore: small but mighty Wales has many places that enchant visitors.

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  • National Waterfront MuseumMuseumCrowned by the coolly revamped Maritime Quarter
  • Dylan Thomas's birthplaceSightEdwardian birthplace where he penned two-thirds of his work
  • No Sign Wine BarPub17th-century watering hole beloved by Dylan Thomas
  • Elsewhere
  • Eryri (Snowdonia)TrailSnowdonia, United KingdomRegion welcoming hikers to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
  • Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)NeighborhoodBrecon Beacons, United KingdomRegion with bracken-cloaked moors and dramatic mountains
  • Cardiff CastleAttractionCardiff, United KingdomUnmissable castle from Roman origins to mock-Gothic
  • Bute ParkParkCardiff, United KingdomAdjacent park on the banks of the River Taff
  • National Museum CardiffMuseumCardiff, United KingdomShowcases dinosaur bones to impressionist masterpieces
  • Gower National PeninsulaNeighborhoodGower Peninsula, United KingdomDelivers refreshing sea air and bracing coastal walks
  • Brandy CoveSightGower Peninsula, United KingdomCliff-hugged beauty where pirates once stashed their booty
  • Gower coastal pathTrailGower Peninsula, United Kingdom39-mile path from Mumbles to Crofty
  • Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)SightSnowdonia, United KingdomCountry's loftiest peak at 1085m
  • Ogwen ValleyNeighborhoodSnowdonia, United KingdomRemote, glacier-scoured valley with thundering rivers and falls
  • Glyder FawrSightSnowdonia, United KingdomIt is the fifth-highest mountain in Wales and has several walking and scrambling routes leading to its summit.
  • Cader IdrisSightSnowdonia, United KingdomBoulder-strewn slopes at 893m
  • Llanberis PathTrailSnowdonia, United KingdomPopular but crowded route up Yr Wyddfa
  • Richard Booth’sMarketHay-on-Wye, United KingdomThree-floor bookshop in Hay-on-Wye
  • River WyeSightHay-on-Wye, United KingdomRiver for walking and canoeing
  • Rhossili BaySightGower Peninsula, United Kingdom
  • Oxwich BaySightGower Peninsula, United Kingdom
  • Rhyd Ddu pathTrailSnowdonia, United Kingdom
  • Snowdon Ranger pathTrailSnowdonia, United Kingdom
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BBC TravelAug 1

Adventures

For centuries, this tiny Norwegian island sheltered fishermen from violent seas. Now one woman is using tourism to revive it – and offer travellers refuge from modern life. I drove 2,500km across ...

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  • Dylan Thomas' homeMuseumOffers travellers an all-access stay.
  • Elsewhere
  • Mangal 2RestaurantLondon, United KingdomRedefining Turkish cuisine in London.
  • SiloRestaurantLondon, United KingdomUses nose to tail and root to tip cooking.
  • Heart of the Greens trailTrailVermont, United StatesThreads through Vermont's Green Mountain wilderness.
  • Berg Lake TrailTrailBritish Columbia, CanadaOne of North America's most stunning alpine treks.
  • CuldesacNeighborhoodTempe, United StatesReimagining US cities for people, not cars.
  • Vulkan districtNeighborhoodOslo, NorwaySustainability, style, and ease in Oslo.
  • Mareterra districtNeighborhoodMonacoBlends sustainability with scenic sea views.
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BBC TravelJul 26

Sleeping in Dylan Thomas' house in Wales

Part time portal, part museum, the legendary poet's childhood home offers travellers an all-access stay in Swansea – and a surreal experience.

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