Hook Lighthouse
652 Votes Currently Open- Address: Hook Head, Co. Wexford, Ireland Map
- Timings: 09:30 am - 05:00 pm Details
- Phone: +353-51397055
- Ticket Price: 6 EUR
- Time Required: 01:00 Hrs
- Tags: Light House, Family And Kids
The Hook Lighthouse is situated in the Hook Peninsula. It is the oldest operational lighthouse in the world with the present structure being about 800 years old. The Lighthouse offers guided tours of the lighthouse tower all year round and are one of the top things to do in Wexford. A climb up 115 steps takes you to the balcony from where you get to witness spectacular views. The lighthouse keeper’s houses now play host to the visitor centre. Trivia- The tower was built by William Marshall, Earl of Pembroke.
Hook Lighthouse Travel Tips
- Guided tours of Lighthouse Tower.
- Gift shop selling gifts of a nautical nature.
- Cafe serving homemade soup, sandwiches, various seafood options and fresh scones and cakes from our bakery.
- Picnic areas and children’s outdoor games.
- Free Family Friendly events – checkout our Facebook page.
- Art workshops for adults and children are held at the Lighthouse all year round with resident artist Rose.
- Art exhibits and maritime displays.
- Free WiFi available in the cafe area.
Entrance Ticket Details For Hook Lighthouse
- Child Entry: 3.50 EUR
How to Reach Hook Lighthouse
- Travel by taxi or bike to reach the lighthouse.
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- Hook Lighthouse Address: Hook Head, Co. Wexford, Ireland
- Hook Lighthouse Contact Number: +353-51397055
- Hook Lighthouse Timing: 09:30 am - 05:00 pm
- Hook Lighthouse Price: 6 EUR
- Best time to visit Hook Lighthouse(preferred time): 03:00 pm - 05:00 pm
- Time required to visit Hook Lighthouse: 01:00 Hrs
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9.5/10
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95% of people who visit Wexford include Hook Lighthouse in their plan
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652 Times
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10 AM - 11 AM
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41.23% of people start their Hook Lighthouse visit around 10 AM - 11 AM
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1 Hr
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People usually take around 1 Hr to see Hook Lighthouse
54.64% of people prefer walking in order to reach Hook Lighthouse
People normally club together Hook Peninsula and Loftus Hall while planning their visit to Hook Lighthouse.