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Wexford Tourist Attractions
County Wexford is home to some of the top points of interest in Ireland.
Begin an unforgettable journey through Ireland’s past with a visit to some of the top Wexford tourist attractions. Vividly discover the 1798 Rebellion, immerse yourself in the stories of the Great Irish Famine, step into Ireland’s most haunted house and visit one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world.
With something for everyone to enjoy, don’t miss out on experiencing the best places to visit in Wexford and explore the tourist attractions Wexford has to offer.
Secret Valley Wildlife Park
See & Do, Wexford Attractions
Secret Valley Wildlife Park & Zoo is fourteen acres of fun for all the family and the only fully licensed zoo in the southeast of Ireland. We have a full daily timetable of fun activities to keep everyone entertained from bottle-feeding our kid goats, to holding guinea pigs, insects and lizards. The children can even go for […]
Pirates Cove
See & Do, Activities, Wexford Attractions
Ahoy Mateys! Come along to Pirates Cove for a great family day out. Enjoy a round of Adventure Golf on our 18 hole subtropical course winding through cascading waterfalls, giant caves and the pirate shipwreck out on our blue lagoon. Be the captain of your own bumper boat on the lake but beware of waterfalls, while the […]
JFK Arboretum
Gardens, Wexford Attractions, Wexford Garden Trails
Dedicated to the memory of U.S President John F. Kennedy, the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park stretches across 623 acres, near New Ross in County Wexford. This tranquil arboretum features over 500 different rhododendron and azaleas and an internationally important collection of over 4,500 different trees and shrubs, some of which are very rare. […]
The Irish Experience
See & Do, Activities, Outdoor & Family Fun, Wexford Adventure Trail, Wexford Attractions
The Irish Experience ‘Make it Mór’ We offer a range of different experiences, check them out on our website at www.theirishexperience.com Coastal Canyoneering Experience A combination of multiple adventure sports, such as cliff jumping, swimming, rock climbing & caving Sea Cave Kayaking Experience Our Flagship Experience. This is simply a must-do! […]
Wexford Wildfowl Reserve
See & Do, Wexford Attractions, Wexford Heritage Trail
WEXFORD WILDFOWL RESERVE A WILDLIFE SANCTUARY ON FARMLAND Wexford Wildfowl Reserve on the North Slob is a conservation site of major international importance, visited by over 250 species of birds. Located on reclaimed land, it is the winter home for nearly half the total population of Greenland White-fronted Geese, over 7000, from October to April. […]
Wells House and Gardens
See & Do, Gardens, Outdoor & Family Fun, Wexford Attractions, Wexford Garden Trails, Wexford Heritage Trail
The Fairy Walk & Mogue’s Enchanted Walk Discover the enchanted woodland creatures and Fairy folk at Wells House, two beautiful woodland walks full of magic and wonder. Children will be enthralled as they uncover hidden treasures within the spectacular landscape of magical plants and trees. Watch out for the wishing well, fairy doors and […]
Tintern Abbey
Wexford Attractions, See & Do, Wexford Heritage Trail
This Cistercian monastery was founded c. 1200 by William, Earl Marshal on lands held through his marriage to the Irish heiress, Isabella de Clare. This abbey, founded as a daughter-house of Tintern Major in Wales is often referred to as Tintern de Voto. The nave, chancel, tower, chapel and cloister still stand. In the 16th […]
Tacumshane Windmill
Wexford Attractions, See & Do
Tacumshane Windmill is the only surviving complete windmill in the Republic of Ireland. It was built in 1846 by the millwright Nicolas Moran, who obtained his training as an apprentice millwright in Rotterdam. The year 1846 is carved on the lintel inside the eastern doorway. A rare feature is its revolving straw thatched cap to […]
Seal Rescue Ireland
See & Do, Outdoor & Family Fun, Wexford Attractions
Seal Rescue Ireland is offering one-hour “Seal Feed and Enrichment Experiences” three times per day (10 AM, 1 PM and 3.30 PM). Participants should book in advance to avoid any disappointment and groups are limited to six people (age restrictions apply). They also offer a 30 minute guided tour experience for all the family. April-June […]
Ros Tapestry
See & Do, Wexford Attractions, Wexford Craft Trail, Wexford Heritage Trail
PLEASE NOTE: The Ros Tapestry is currently on loan to the OPW in Kilkenny Castle. Our gallery at the Quay in New Ross is closed at present. It is anticipated that the Ros Tapestry will return to New Ross in 2023 when the planned Norman Museum opens at the Quay in New Ross. Queries may […]
Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens
See & Do, Gardens, Heritage and Culture, Wexford Attractions, Wexford Garden Trails, Wexford Heritage Trail
Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens has a long and colourful story stretching over 800 years The 3 in 1 attraction has a range of activities for all ages. Enjoy a guided tour of the restored 19th-century Castle and unique servants’ tunnel – the longest domestic servants’ tunnel in Ireland. Take a look at the […]
Hook Tourism
Wexford Attractions
Hook Tourism is a community organisation which aims to promote the Hook Peninsula as a premier tourist destination and to protect its unspoiled natural landscape and built heritage. A membership body made up of over 75 local businesses work together towards achieving these goals. The organisation runs the peninsula tourist offices in the villages of […]