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Date spot in Swansea

National Waterfront Museum

Explore the story of Welsh industry and invention, from copper and coal to computers, in an old dockside warehouse joined to a glass hall.

The National Waterfront Museum's long glass and slate building beside a paved square under a cloudy sky

Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter

Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 3RD

Why it's a good date: One of Wales's free national museums, and there's lots to play with. Afterwards walk round the Marina and out to the beach, which is just across the road.

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  • The Dylan Thomas Centre, a pale stone building with tall columns and arched windows under a deep blue sky

    The Dylan Thomas Centre

    Somerset Place, Maritime Quarter

    Somerset Place, Swansea SA1 1RR

    See the free exhibition on Swansea's most famous son, with his letters, notebooks and photos, in the grand old Guildhall by the river.

    Why it's a good date: A good way into the man before you hear his lines read out. If it hooks you, book a tour of his birthplace at 5 Cwmdonkin Drive in Uplands and walk round Cwmdonkin Park, which he wrote about.

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  • The Grand Theatre's cream stone front with arched windows, hanging baskets and a long glass canopy

    Swansea Grand Theatre

    Singleton Street, city centre

    Singleton Street, Swansea SA1 3QJ

    See a touring play, a comedian or a concert at the city's Victorian theatre, or go along to its famous Christmas panto.

    Why it's a good date: A proper night out in a proper old theatre. Book ahead for the big names, and have dinner nearby first so you're not rushing.

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  • The Taliesin Arts Centre's brick building with its name in white letters above a colourful mural and wide steps

    Taliesin Arts Centre

    Singleton campus, Mumbles Road

    Swansea University, Singleton Campus, Swansea SA2 8PZ

    Catch an independent film, a dance show or a live screening from the National Theatre or the Met Opera at Swansea University's arts centre.

    Why it's a good date: Cheaper and calmer than a multiplex, with films you won't see elsewhere in town. It's next to Singleton Park and a few minutes from the beach, so walk the prom first if it's dry.

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