Known for its vast coastline and cultural centres, Swansea has much to offer for those with budget car rental. Swansea boasts the Gower Peninsula, voted as Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and where there are over 50 beaches, coves and bays and nearly 400 miles of walkways.

Golfers can play the seven local golf courses that are easily accessible with cheap car hire in Swansea and can really sample some of the relaxing outdoor activities in wonderful surroundings including the Gower Golf Club with its stunning Loughor Estuary backdrop and rolling countryside.

Along the coast from Swansea Bay by car hire in Swansea you can pay a visit to the Mumbles, with its cosy boutique shopping ambience offering everything from local arts and crafts to international brand names. The café-bars and restaurants provide you with fresh local seafood or you can taste some of the best international cuisine.

To reach the centre of the city with car hire in Swansea is worthwhile. with its cultural background and many international festivals played out throughout the year. The Dylan Thomas Museum, named after one of Swansea's favourite sons, hosts the writer's and poet's life and times and the Waterfront Marina is home to high-tech museum display, and boat trips along the 35-mile Gower Coast are very popular.

Also at the Waterfront Marina is the city's many trendy cafés and restaurants where you can enjoy the atmosphere and ambience of the Maritime Quarter.