Three Cliffs Bay, Wales

Several paths run through the grasslands above the Gower Peninsula's limestone cliffs, passing through tiny marshes, untidy meadows, and castle remains before arriving at Three Cliffs Bay — a stunning little bay that is certainly one of Wales' most attractive places. In the rugged peaks out towards the ocean, a river meanders around the bay.

This is a lovely beach with a wide-open harbor that gets its name from three little cliffs in the midst of it. It's one of the most beautiful bays in the vicinity. One thing to keep in mind is that the journey down is relatively steep, so be prepared to climb back up if you go all the way down. This natural occurrence creates a narrow wetland that oozes into a beach dotted with rushes, rock pools, and tiny lagoons. It's a short, lovely trip from Swansea and easily accessible from a designated parking lot, so don't miss it.

There are stepping stones to bridge the creek, which is rather large, and Pennard Castle, also known as Three Cliffs Bay Castle, lies close. You can climb the sand dunes and (slowly) stroll towards the top of the Three Cliffs, which is very impressive. There are also several caverns under the cliffs to explore and rock pools to play in!