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 Thrifty and Alamo, 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 Thrifty and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Wexford

DUBDublin
ORKCork
WATWaterford

Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (8,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,028 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,396 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,229 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,781 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,576 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,143 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,404 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,480 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wexford

Most booked hotels in Wexford

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Whitford House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
€108+
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Ferryport House
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€146+
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Crown Quarter
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€89+
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The Riverside Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€108+
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Jim Mcgee's
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€71+
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Padua Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€130+
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Hiring a car in Wexford

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €26 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 44% cheaper than airport locations in Wexford.

Expect to pay €1.84 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 €22.08 and €29.43. 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 Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €26 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 44% cheaper than airport locations in Wexford.

Expect to pay €1.84 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 €22.08 and €29.43. 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 Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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