historic in Wexford, Ireland

Hook Head Lighthouse

One of the world’s oldest working lighthouses

Worth the wander

Walk the limestone headland around the striped medieval tower, watching Atlantic swell break across the rocks. Guided tours climb inside the lighthouse; the surrounding coast remains the main spectacle.

Quick answers

Cost
Free grounds · paid tour
Time and distance
1 km headland wander
Parking
Free on-site visitor parking; check tour times before travelling.

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Hook Lighthouse, Churchtown, Hook Head, Co. Wexford

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