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 July
Estimated hotel price
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wrexham in July
Estimated hotel price
£63
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 260 km from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, 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 260 km from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Wrexham

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wrexham

Lufthansa
Good (8,073 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,054 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,410 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,238 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,608 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,860 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (936 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,592 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,832 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,212 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,201 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,412 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,382 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,283 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wrexham

Average rates range from around £78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £121 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)
£98+
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The Lemon Tree
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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OYO Glyn Valley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Hotel Wrexham
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Moreton Park Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£51+
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Hiring a car in Wrexham

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £21 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 53% cheaper than airport locations in Wrexham.

Expect to pay £1.58 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 £18.92 and £25.22. 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 Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £21 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 53% cheaper than airport locations in Wrexham.

Expect to pay £1.58 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 £18.92 and £25.22. 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 Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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