Day 1 — Begin with Hook Lighthouse, then continue to Tintern Abbey and spend the evening exploring the nearest town.
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County guide
Wexford
Long beaches, historic towns, lighthouses and a celebrated food culture.
ExploreWexford Town and the Hook Peninsula
Best timeApril to October
Time needed2–4 days
Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks
Plan your visit
Why visit Wexford?
Long beaches, historic towns, lighthouses and a celebrated food culture.
Don’t miss
Top 20 landmarks and attractions
A curated starting point for planning your time in the county.
- 01Hook Lighthouse
- 02Tintern Abbey
- 03Irish National Heritage Park
- 04Johnstown Castle
- 05Curracloe Beach
- 06Saltee Islands
- 07Dunbrody Famine Ship
- 08Loftus Hall
- 09Kilmore Quay
- 10Wexford Wildfowl Reserve
- 11Enniscorthy Castle
- 121798 Rebellion Centre
- 13Wells House & Gardens
- 14Bannow Bay
- 15Duncannon Fort
- 16Ferns Castle
- 17Raven Point Wood
- 18Courtown Woods
- 19Tacumshane Windmill
- 20Rosslare Strand
Suggested route
A simple three-day itinerary
Day 2 — Visit Irish National Heritage Park before an afternoon at Johnstown Castle.
Day 3 — Combine Curracloe Beach with Saltee Islands, allowing extra time for local food, viewpoints and unplanned stops.
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