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 November
Estimated hotel price
€103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wexford in November
Estimated hotel price
€103
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. 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 keddy by Europcar and FLIZZR, 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. 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 keddy by Europcar and FLIZZR, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Wexford

DUBDublin
ORKCork
WATWaterford

Airlines serving Wexford

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,110 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,239 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,458 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,024 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,556 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,861 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,450 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)
€93+
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Ferrycarrig Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€83+
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Ferryport House
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€144+
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Padua Guest Accommodation Rosslare
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€118+
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Jim Mcgee's
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€64+
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Newtown Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€90+
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Hiring a car in Wexford

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.95 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 €23.39 and €31.19. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 23% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.95 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 €23.39 and €31.19. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 23% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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