Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Wexford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wexford

With a population of 19,913, Wexford is the largest city in Wexford, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wexford to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Wexford

Wexford Arts Centre
Art & Performing Arts•Free

Where to Eat in Wexford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Green Acres (2 Lower George's Street) and The Grounds @ Snow Cottage (Kilmore Quay, Co. Wexford Y35E922) are great picks.

When to visit Wexford

Wexford in April
Estimated hotel price
€81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wexford in April
Estimated hotel price
€81
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wexford

Plane

Although Wexford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Waterford (WAT), which is located 28 miles from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest domestic flight to Wexford departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 70 miles from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Wexford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Waterford (WAT), which is located 28 miles from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest domestic flight to Wexford departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 70 miles from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Wexford

DUBDublin
ORKCork
WATWaterford

Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,007 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,424 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,396 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,959 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,794 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,092 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,262 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,422 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wexford

Most booked hotels in Wexford

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Ferryport House
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€144+
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Crown Quarter
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€81+
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Padua Guest Accommodation Rosslare
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€119+
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The Riverside Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€100+
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Ravenport Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€149+
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Talbot Hotel Wexford
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€113+
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Hiring a car in Wexford

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €55 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.82 per litre in Wexford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.76 and €29.02. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €55 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.82 per litre in Wexford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.76 and €29.02. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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