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Fabulous beach to walk or spend some time on. Safe sea swimming.
Voted favourite Irish beach Independent.ie
"It's just so beautiful," you said of the Wexford wonder voted Ireland's best beach.
https://www.independent.ie/life/travel/awards/irelands-top-10-beaches-for-2019-top-choice-is-like-portugal-without-the-blazing-sun-37717309.html
54 locals recommend
Curracloe beach
Fabulous beach to walk or spend some time on. Safe sea swimming.
Voted favourite Irish beach Independent.ie
"It's just so beautiful," you said of the Wexford wonder voted Ireland's best beach.
https://www.independent.ie/life/travel/awards/irelands-top-10-beaches-for-2019-top-choice-is-like-portugal-without-the-blazing-sun-37717309.html
http://wexfordwalkingtrail.ie/raven-point-wood/
Beautiful 6.8km easy woodland walking trail close to Curracloe beach. There is a loop walk down the Raven forest to the very end and then around the point and back up the beach. Alternatively you can just walk down the raven wood as far as you wish and turn back toward the entrance and car park. There is a pop up coffee shop at weekends at the entrance opposite the car park
10 locals recommend
The Raven forest and beach
http://wexfordwalkingtrail.ie/raven-point-wood/
Beautiful 6.8km easy woodland walking trail close to Curracloe beach. There is a loop walk down the Raven forest to the very end and then around the point and back up the beach. Alternatively you can just walk down the raven wood as far as you wish and turn back toward the entrance and car park. There is a pop up coffee shop at weekends at the entrance opposite the car park
Edenvale
Lovely 2.5 Km peaceful walk along river, waterfalls and old mills
Wexford Wildfowl Reserve is located on flat farmland on the North Slob which was walled off from Wexford Harbour and reclaimed from the sea in the 1840s partly as a famine relief project.
Over 250 bird species have been recorded on the Reserve, many of them Winter migrants from Greenland and Arctic Canada or from Scandinavia and Arctic Russia.
10 locals recommend
Wexford Wildfowl Reserve
Wexford Wildfowl Reserve is located on flat farmland on the North Slob which was walled off from Wexford Harbour and reclaimed from the sea in the 1840s partly as a famine relief project.
Over 250 bird species have been recorded on the Reserve, many of them Winter migrants from Greenland and Arctic Canada or from Scandinavia and Arctic Russia.
Wells House and Gardens is a Victorian tudor gothic country house museum, located around 7 km outside of Kilmuckridge, County Wexford. It was designed by Daniel Robertson in the 1830s.
56 locals recommend
Wells House & Gardens
Wells House and Gardens is a Victorian tudor gothic country house museum, located around 7 km outside of Kilmuckridge, County Wexford. It was designed by Daniel Robertson in the 1830s.
Lovely location to visit. Tour the castle, visit the agricultural museum, enjoy lunch or a snack in the tea rooms, them enjoy walking the grounds and maybe feeding the peacocks.
https://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/property/take-a-tour-of-wexfords-johnstown-castle--opening-to-the-public-in-spring-2019-865904.html#.XkkzJ9x7KJg.gmail
66 locals recommend
Johnstown Castle
Lovely location to visit. Tour the castle, visit the agricultural museum, enjoy lunch or a snack in the tea rooms, them enjoy walking the grounds and maybe feeding the peacocks.
https://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/property/take-a-tour-of-wexfords-johnstown-castle--opening-to-the-public-in-spring-2019-865904.html#.XkkzJ9x7KJg.gmail
A great day out for all. Take an unforgettable journey through Ireland rich and varied past and experience the sights sounds and stories that have shaped Ireland. Guided tours, restaurants and gift shop.
104 locals recommend
Irish National Heritage Park
A great day out for all. Take an unforgettable journey through Ireland rich and varied past and experience the sights sounds and stories that have shaped Ireland. Guided tours, restaurants and gift shop.
Fanned by flames of Revolution in America and France, the events of 1798 in Ireland are etched forever on Irish history. Vividly re-told in an exciting interpretation of events the “Rebellion Experience” at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre is not to be missed. On your visit you will meet the key figures of the Rebellion, participate in our state of the art 4D battle of Vinegar Hill Experience, discover how weapons from the period worked and learn in gruesome detail how some 20,000 insurgents faced the might of 10,000 well-trained and well-armed Crown Forces.
7 locals recommend
The National 1798 Visitor Centre
Mill Park RoadFanned by flames of Revolution in America and France, the events of 1798 in Ireland are etched forever on Irish history. Vividly re-told in an exciting interpretation of events the “Rebellion Experience” at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre is not to be missed. On your visit you will meet the key figures of the Rebellion, participate in our state of the art 4D battle of Vinegar Hill Experience, discover how weapons from the period worked and learn in gruesome detail how some 20,000 insurgents faced the might of 10,000 well-trained and well-armed Crown Forces.
Hiking trails based from and around forth mountain. Great views. Carrigfoyle Quarry is a hidden beauty spot. Catering van in the main car park during peak times.
Three Rocks trail main entrance
Hiking trails based from and around forth mountain. Great views. Carrigfoyle Quarry is a hidden beauty spot. Catering van in the main car park during peak times.
Sightseeing
Visit the oldest original operating lighthouse in the world. Take a tour, have a bite to eat in the restaurant, peruse the gift shop. Take a moment to appreciate the wild waves breaking on the rocks. Climb the 115 steps of the tower to enjoy 360 degree views of the coast and surrounding countryside
158 locals recommend
Hook Lighthouse
Visit the oldest original operating lighthouse in the world. Take a tour, have a bite to eat in the restaurant, peruse the gift shop. Take a moment to appreciate the wild waves breaking on the rocks. Climb the 115 steps of the tower to enjoy 360 degree views of the coast and surrounding countryside
Dunbrody Abbey Garden
The Kennedy Homestead
John F Kennedy Arboretum
Take a vivid journey through historical Wexford Town. Join local actor and history buff, Paul Walsh, as he weaves over 1000 years of history into one highly entertaining hour.
WexWalks
Bull RingTake a vivid journey through historical Wexford Town. Join local actor and history buff, Paul Walsh, as he weaves over 1000 years of history into one highly entertaining hour.
Food scene
Eat in and takeaway options
Great food and atmosphere, varied menu, child friendly reasonbly priced
8 locals recommend
Riverbank House Hotel
Great food and atmosphere, varied menu, child friendly reasonbly priced
Tasty thai restaurant also offering takeaway in town. Lovely menu and speedy service
The Red Elephant
Crescent QuayTasty thai restaurant also offering takeaway in town. Lovely menu and speedy service
Fantastic seafood restaurant also serving meat and vegetarian dishes. One of the best dining experiences in Wexford
22 locals recommend
La Côte Seafood Restaurant
Church LaneFantastic seafood restaurant also serving meat and vegetarian dishes. One of the best dining experiences in Wexford
Chinese restaurant offering dine in or takeaway options. Child friendly
Dragon Heen Chinese Restaurant
Redmond SquareChinese restaurant offering dine in or takeaway options. Child friendly
Mi Asian Street Food
Unit 4 Anne StThai restaurant offering dine in or takeaway options.
Emerald Gardens
117 S Main StChinese restaurant offering dine in or takeaway options
Now based in Wexford Arts centre this cafe is a rare find. Offering an ecclectic menu and light bites. Highly recommended
6 locals recommend
D'lush Cafe
CornmarketNow based in Wexford Arts centre this cafe is a rare find. Offering an ecclectic menu and light bites. Highly recommended
Authentic wood fired pizza restaurant. Great food and atmospher. Dine in or takeout options available.
9 locals recommend
Crust
93 S Main StAuthentic wood fired pizza restaurant. Great food and atmospher. Dine in or takeout options available.
Hotel Curracloe
Carvery style menu, child friendly
Coffee shop restaurant with homemade breads scones breakfast and lunches ,at affordable prices ,also takeaway available,
Ohana cafe
Coffee shop restaurant with homemade breads scones breakfast and lunches ,at affordable prices ,also takeaway available,
Nice cafe with the famous Kellys food and service. Eatin when indoor dining allows. Also sells great value takeaway food and chilled dishes which can be reheated and served at home.
8 locals recommend
Kelly's Cafe
Sinnottstown LaneNice cafe with the famous Kellys food and service. Eatin when indoor dining allows. Also sells great value takeaway food and chilled dishes which can be reheated and served at home.
The Shack at Sinnott's
Distillery RoadFab food to takeaway or eat in the new covered garden space.
Little brother take away of La Cote. If you like fish - this is your plaice! Fantastic take away food located on the famous Wexford Quays.
The Cheeky Cod
28 Paul QuayLittle brother take away of La Cote. If you like fish - this is your plaice! Fantastic take away food located on the famous Wexford Quays.
Great food and atmosphere with downstairs cocktail lounge that may need booking. Recommended for couples and groups.
8 locals recommend
10 West Bistro & Cocktail Lounge
10 WestgateGreat food and atmosphere with downstairs cocktail lounge that may need booking. Recommended for couples and groups.
Neighbourhoods
The Kennedy Homestead
Neighbourhoods
John F Kennedy Arboretum
sightseeing further afield
Secret Valley Wildlife Park is the only fully licensed zoo and Wildlife Park in the South East. Set up in 2007, the passion that Ann and her staff have for the animals and environment is clearly evident from the moment the visitor is welcomed into the grounds.
https://www.secretvalley.ie/
22 locals recommend
Secret Valley Wildlife Park
Secret Valley Wildlife Park is the only fully licensed zoo and Wildlife Park in the South East. Set up in 2007, the passion that Ann and her staff have for the animals and environment is clearly evident from the moment the visitor is welcomed into the grounds.
https://www.secretvalley.ie/
Lavender is one of the best known and most loved of all herbs, with its unique fragrance and stunning flowers it remains a gardeners’ favourite. Wexford lavender farm has four acres of lavender, a beautiful café located in converted stables, gift shop, childrens’ play area, quad barrel train ride, visitor information centre with distillery equipment, woodland walks, plant sales and plenty more to enjoy.
21 locals recommend
Wexford Lavender Farm
Lavender is one of the best known and most loved of all herbs, with its unique fragrance and stunning flowers it remains a gardeners’ favourite. Wexford lavender farm has four acres of lavender, a beautiful café located in converted stables, gift shop, childrens’ play area, quad barrel train ride, visitor information centre with distillery equipment, woodland walks, plant sales and plenty more to enjoy.
Golf Clubs
Founded in 1961 and affiliated to the GUI in 1966, it is an 18 hole parkland course, situated on the slopes of Mulgannon Hill on the outskirts of Wexford town. Visitors to the club will enjoy a challenging round of golf on the newly developed Jeff Howes course, and the variety of spectacular views from this unique location will greatly add to the experience. After your round, enjoy all the facilities which a modern clubhouse has to offer – freshen up, have a meal in the excellent restaurant and then sit on the balcony, enjoy the view and experience the friendly atmosphere and hospitality for which Wexford Golf Club is famous.
9 locals recommend
Wexford Golf Club
Founded in 1961 and affiliated to the GUI in 1966, it is an 18 hole parkland course, situated on the slopes of Mulgannon Hill on the outskirts of Wexford town. Visitors to the club will enjoy a challenging round of golf on the newly developed Jeff Howes course, and the variety of spectacular views from this unique location will greatly add to the experience. After your round, enjoy all the facilities which a modern clubhouse has to offer – freshen up, have a meal in the excellent restaurant and then sit on the balcony, enjoy the view and experience the friendly atmosphere and hospitality for which Wexford Golf Club is famous.