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Things to do while in Wexford:

Our Lady’s Island
The peninsula Our Lady’s Island was once one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Ireland. It houses the ruins of a 15th-century Augustinian abbey and a Norman castle built on the causeway in 1237. The surrounding lagoon is one of the most important ornithological areas in the country, home to large bird colonies and a winter refuge for migratory birds.

Carne Beach
This stunning beach is open to visitors year-round and is easily accessible for all, with disabled parking, a disability toilet, and a flat concrete ramp leading to the beach. Carne Pier also provides a fabulous viewing point from the harbor. Carne Beach has been awarded the Blue Flag, an award given to beaches and marinas with excellent water quality that meet high standards in environmental education, environmental management, safety, and services.

Johnstown Castle & Estate
There is so much to explore around the Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens for visitors of all ages! Take time to tour the spectacular neo-Gothic Irish castle, connect with the heritage of rural Ireland at the Irish Agricultural Museum, and enjoy our gardens and lakeside walks, all fully wheelchair accessible.

Hook Lighthouse
Explore the oldest intact operational lighthouse in the world. Voted one of Ireland’s favorite attractions, Hook Lighthouse in Wexford is truly unique. Built 800 years ago by Knight William Marshal, you can take a step back in time and enjoy a guided tour with tales of medieval times and the life of a lightkeeper.

Vinegar Hill Battlefield
The most famous site of the 1798 Rebellion, Vinegar Hill’s current peace, serenity, and spectacular views belie its history as one of the bloodiest battlefields in Irish history. Here, 20,000 men, women, and children faced 10,000 Crown forces in a four-hour battle that left 1,500 dead. Vinegar Hill offers visitors a panoramic view of Enniscorthy, nearby towns, and the River Slaney. It is free to visit, and you can stay to admire the views for as long as you like.

Enniscorthy Castle
In the heart of Enniscorthy town, Enniscorthy Castle was built in the 13th century and has served as ‘home’ to Norman knights, English armies, Irish rebels, prisoners, and local merchant families.

Saltee Islands
St. George’s Channel hosts the Great and Little Saltee Islands, located about 5 kilometers off Kilmore Quay. Great Saltee is Ireland’s most famous bird sanctuary, popular with both day-trippers and birdwatchers. Privately owned by the Neale family, the Saltees are a haven for sea birds, such as Gannets, Gulls, Puffins, and Manx Shearwaters, as well as a key site on migratory routes. Great Saltee also has a breeding population of Grey Seals, with up to 120 seals and 20 pups each autumn.

Kilmore Quay
Kilmore Quay is a picturesque village in the southeast of Ireland, offering accommodation, food and drink, leisure, shopping, and services. Full of thatched houses and history, it’s a must-visit in Wexford.

National Opera House
The National Opera House is Ireland’s first custom-built, multi-purpose opera house and the home of the world-famous Wexford Festival Opera. This stunning landmark building is nestled in the heart of Wexford’s ancient Viking harbor town. The new building opened in 2008, replacing the old Theatre Royal, which had hosted the Wexford Festival Opera for over 50 years.

Where Is County Wexford?

Wexford is located in southeast Ireland, part of the Republic of Ireland, bordered by Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, and Wicklow.

Facts about Wexford, Ireland (County):

  • Known as Loch Garman in Irish, meaning Garman’s Lake, Wexford is named after a legendary figure, Garman Garbh, who was said to have drowned in its mudflats by an enchantress.
  • The county covers 2,367 square kilometers (914 square miles) and has a population of approximately 150,000.
  • Wexford is one of the Republic of Ireland’s 26 counties and lies in the province of Leinster.
  • It ranks 13th largest by size among Ireland’s 32 counties and 14th by population.
  • Despite its coastal location, Wexford is bordered by mountains—the Wicklow Mountains to the north and the Blackstairs Mountains to the south.
  • The Rivers Barrow and Slaney are Wexford’s main rivers.
  • Known as Ireland’s “sunny southeast,” Wexford has the country’s highest average daily hours of sunshine.
  • Notable towns include Wexford (the county town), Gorey, Bunclody, Courtown, Enniscorthy, New Ross, and Rosslare.

Weather In Wexford:

Wexford has wet, mild winters with daytime temperatures around 9˚C, nighttime lows of 4˚C, and short dark days. Summer is drier and brighter, with daytime highs of 19˚C, nighttime lows of 13˚C, and longer days. Rain is common throughout the year, so a raincoat is recommended, even in summer.