Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Wrexham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wrexham

With a population of 43,649, Wrexham is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wrexham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wrexham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ial Restaurant (Chester Road) and The Savvy Fox () are great picks.

When to visit Wrexham

Wrexham in December
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wrexham in December
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wrexham

Plane

Although Wrexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 34 km from Wrexham. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Wrexham departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Wrexham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 161 miles from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Wrexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 34 km from Wrexham. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Wrexham departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Wrexham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 161 miles from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Wrexham

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wrexham

Lufthansa
Good (8,104 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,077 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,424 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,978 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (936 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,899 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,857 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,269 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,467 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (416 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,394 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,306 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wrexham

Average rates range from around £75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £124 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wrexham

Most booked hotels in Wrexham

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Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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The Lemon Tree
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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OYO Glyn Valley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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The Chainbridge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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Hotel Wrexham
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Hiring a car in Wrexham

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Wrexham.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Wrexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.00 and £25.33. The most frequently booked car type in Wrexham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Wrexham.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Wrexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.00 and £25.33. The most frequently booked car type in Wrexham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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