Captain Cat Statue, Swansea

In the famous radio play “Under Milk Wood” written by Dylan Thomas, the blind old sea captain, known as Captain Cat, is one of the play’s most important characters; you can actually see him. The statue by Robert Thomas stands opposite the Pump House, not far from Dylan Thomas Square.

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Sight Name: Captain Cat Statue
Sight Location: Swansea, Wales (See walking tours in Swansea)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Dylan Thomas Trail

Walking Tours in Swansea, Wales

Create Your Own Walk in Swansea

Creating your own self-guided walk in Swansea is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Swansea Introduction Walking Tour

Swansea, which will surprise you with its unpredictable landmarks, is home to astonishing architecture, monuments dedicated to victims of World War II and many other must-see venues. Take this tour and gaze at the Swansea sky, enjoy the scenery while relaxing on a bench at Castle Square and contemplate the beauty of Victorian architecture.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles

Dylan Thomas Trail

The Welsh poet and writer, Dylan Thomas, is known as one of Swansea’s most famous sons. He wrote exclusively in English. Dylan was born in Swansea, the city that inspired most of his work. Half of it was written by him while still living at 5 Cwmdonkin Drive in the Uplands. Take this tour to discover the world of this famous poet.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.1 Km or 2.5 Miles