Local Attractions in Wexford

Near The Riverside Park Hotel

Wexford hosts many local attractions with 30 sandy beaches and coves dotting the 275 kilometre coastline, to historical artefacts like Dunbrody Famine Ship to one of the oldest Lighthouses in the world namely Hook Lighthouse.

Stay with us at the 4 star Riverside Park Hotel, your choice of local attractions is unlimited and we would be delighted to help you Discover Wexford. Our Wexford Hotel is located on the banks of the River Slaney overlooked by the historic Vinegar Hill and just minutes from local attractions like Enniscorthy Castle and the National 1798 Centre.

Enniscorthy Castle

Follow the footsteps of Anglo-Norman knights, Gaelic Irish kings and Elizabethan adventurers as you uncover the story of Enniscorthy Castle

Vinegar Hill

visit the most famous site of the 1798 Rebellion against colonial British Rule, Vinegar Hill.

Wells House and Gardens

Visit Wells House & Gardens a victorian house and gardens in Gorey, 20 minutes from the hotel.

The Hook Lighthouse and Heritage Centre

This Irish lighthouse sits at the top of breathtaking Hook Head, rich in history, character and natural beauty.

Irish National Heritage Park

Become a Viking for the Day at The Irish National Heritage Park.

Wexford Lavender Farm

Welcome to Wexford Lavender Farm! Irelands only commercial Lavender Farm.

The Kennedy Homestead

Relive the sounds and scenes of President John F. Kennedy's visit to his ancestral home in June 1963, at the birthplace of his great-grandfather.

Johnstown Castle

Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens is a significant addition for Irish tourism and Ireland's Ancient East.

National 1798 Rebellion Centre

The "Rebellion Experience” shows one of Ireland most important moments in history and is not to be missed.

Local Attractions Brochure

Take a short break in Ireland’s Ancient East and visit places filled with quirky and memorable experiences.