Wall Sculptures

Swansea's wall sculptures are scattered across the city rather than collected in one gallery space, which means you'll stumble upon them while exploring the streets rather than paying entrance fees. These large-scale public artworks range from abstract forms to figurative pieces, many created by Welsh and international artists. Some are genuinely striking - the kind of thing that stops you mid-walk and makes you look twice. Others feel a bit dated, if I'm honest, but that's part of the charm of street art.

You'll need a decent pair of walking shoes and maybe two to three hours to track down the main pieces around the city centre and waterfront areas. History enthusiasts will appreciate how they reflect Swansea's post-industrial renaissance, while families with older kids might enjoy turning a walk into a sculpture hunt. Younger children could get restless - they're not interactive in any way.

The real bonus is that it costs nothing and ties beautifully into a wider Swansea exploration. If you're based at Swansea Marina Tourer Park, you're practically on the doorstep. The sculptures work best as a between-activities sort of thing rather than a destination in themselves - pop into a café afterwards, grab a pint, watch the bay. Spring and autumn light makes the photographs better, and weekday mornings mean fewer crowds getting in your way.