Explore Wrexham & the Local Area

Things to Do in Wrexham & Nearby

Staying at The Lemon Tree puts you right in the centre of Wrexham, with museums, markets and the Racecourse a short walk away, and castles, canals and the Dee Valley just a short drive beyond. Here are some of our favourite things to do nearby. Travel times are approximate, from our front door.

On Our Doorstep

Football Museum of Wales & Wrexham Museum

Just around the corner in the County Buildings, the new national home of Welsh football opened in autumn 2026 alongside Wrexham Museum. It tells the story of the game in Wales from the very first home international at the Racecourse to the present day. Entry is free, but timed tickets need booking in advance.

St Giles' Church

One of the Seven Wonders of Wales, with a magnificent 16th-century tower that you can see from across the city. Elihu Yale, the benefactor of Yale University, is buried in the churchyard.

Tŷ Pawb

Markets, galleries and a lively food court under one roof. Browse the independent traders, catch a free exhibition and grab a bite to eat, with live events on throughout the week.

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

More than 85 hands-on exhibits, live science shows and a planetarium make this a brilliant choice for families, especially on a rainy day. You’ll find it in the heart of the city centre on Henblas Street.

STōK Cae Ras, Wrexham AFC

The oldest international football ground in the world still hosting matches, and home of Wrexham AFC. Catch a home game, then come back to us for food and a drink. Our Match Days page has everything you need.

Eagles Meadow

Wrexham’s modern shopping centre, with big-name stores, the Odeon cinema and plenty of places to eat and drink. A handy spot for a rainy afternoon or an evening film after the match.

Guided Tours

Prefer to explore with a guide? Most of these tours start within a short walk of The Lemon Tree, so you can leave the car with us and set off on foot, or let a local guide drive you around. Dates vary through the year, so check with each operator before you book.

Wrexham Museum

Football Heritage Tour

A guided walk through the story of football in Wrexham, the town where the Football Association of Wales was founded. Run by the Wrexham Museum team on selected dates, starting from the museum forecourt just around the corner.

Katie Crowther, Green Badge Guide

Guided City Walking Tour

Discover Wrexham’s history with a qualified Green Badge guide on a relaxed 90-minute walk around the city centre. Tours start from the Visitor Information Centre on Chester Street on selected dates.

North Wales Ghost Tours

Wrexham Ghost Walk

A spooky 90-minute evening stroll through Wrexham’s darker history, starting from the Visitor Information Centre. Walks run on Friday evenings in season, so book ahead.

Pure Wales

The Wrexham Taster

A half-day food and drink walk with Pure Wales, including a Wrexham Lager tasting, cocktails, St Giles’ and a brewery tour with the master brewer, finishing with fish and chips. Runs every other Friday afternoon.

Walking Food Tours UK

Croeso to Wrexham Food Tour

A guided food walk led by founder Gareth Boyd, with award-winning pies, a pint of Wrexham Lager, local wines and sweet treats from a new local baker, plus stories of Wrexham’s market, mining and football history along the way. Get in touch with them to book.

Bryan's Travel

Welcome to Wrexham Tour

Local guide Bryan Still shows you Wrexham in comfort, with stories of the club’s Hollywood owners, a stop at the club shop and the Racecourse, and a drink at The Turf. Tours can also take in Wrexham Lager, St Giles’ and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Email Bryan for a quote.

A Short Drive Away

Gresford All Saints' Church

A beautiful medieval church whose peal of bells is one of the Seven Wonders of Wales. Pair it with St Giles’ to see two of the Wonders in one day.

Alyn Waters Country Park

Riverside walks, woodland trails and open meadows along the River Alyn, with a play area for little ones. Perfect for a morning walk or a family afternoon outdoors.

Erddig

A National Trust country house that tells the story of the servants as well as the family who lived there. The walled garden and parkland are lovely for a stroll in any season.

Stori Brymbo

The old Brymbo ironworks, brought back to life as a heritage centre. Discover 300 million years of history, from the remarkable Fossil Forest to the steelworks that shaped the village.

Tŷ Mawr Country Park

Riverside walks, friendly farm animals and some of the best views of the Cefn viaduct over the Dee. Free to visit and great for families, with the canal towpath to Pontcysyllte close by.

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

Jump racing in a beautiful setting beside the River Dee, with family days, Ladies Day and seasonal fixtures through the year. Check the fixture list and make a weekend of it.

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Thomas Telford’s “stream in the sky” carries the Llangollen Canal 38 metres above the River Dee. Walk across, or take a boat trip from Trevor Basin. It’s part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Chirk Castle

A mighty medieval fortress completed in 1310, now cared for by the National Trust. Explore the towers and dungeon, then wander the award-winning gardens with their clipped yews and far-reaching views.

Llangollen & Corwen Railway

Heritage steam and diesel trains along the beautiful Dee Valley from Llangollen to Corwen, with special services through the year including the popular Christmas trains.

Castell Dinas Brân

The ruins of a 13th-century castle perched high above Llangollen. It’s a steep but rewarding climb from the town, with some of the best views in North Wales at the top.

Plas Newydd, Llangollen

The striking black-and-white home of the Ladies of Llangollen, who fascinated Georgian society. Explore the house and its lovely gardens, open from April to October.

Llangollen Wharf Boat Trips

Glide along the Llangollen Canal on a traditional horse-drawn boat, a gentle way to enjoy the Dee Valley. Narrowboat trips across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct also leave from the wharf.

Chester

Roman walls, the famous medieval Rows, the cathedral and the Eastgate Clock, all within easy reach by car or train. A great choice for a day of shopping and sightseeing.

Valle Crucis Abbey

Founded in 1201, this Cistercian abbey is one of the best-preserved medieval abbeys in Wales, set in a peaceful valley just outside Llangollen. Free to visit and open all year.

Chester Zoo

One of the UK’s biggest and best-loved zoos, home to thousands of animals in beautiful gardens, with a real focus on conservation. A brilliant family day out in any season.

Day Trips Further Afield

Got a full day to spare? These favourites are a little further from Wrexham, but well worth the trip, and you can come back to a comfortable bed and a drink at the bar afterwards.

Eryri National Park

Mountains, lakes and waterfalls, with Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at its heart. The park’s eastern edge at Bala and Llyn Tegid, Wales’ largest natural lake, is around an hour away, with Betws-y-Coed and the high peaks beyond.

Liverpool Waterfront

The Royal Albert Dock and waterfront, with The Beatles Story, Tate Liverpool and free museums including the Merseyside Maritime Museum. A great city day out, with plenty of shops and restaurants.

National White Water Centre

White water rafting on the dam-fed River Tryweryn near Bala, with guided sessions for groups and first-timers, plus canyoning and a riverside café. A proper adrenaline day out.

Powis Castle & Garden

A National Trust castle above Welshpool, famous for its 17th-century Italianate terraces and the Clive Museum. Some castle rooms are closed for conservation, but the gardens and museum are open.

Conwy Castle

A mighty 13th-century fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site, with near-complete town walls to walk, a pretty harbour and Britain’s smallest house on the quay.

Welsh Mountain Zoo

A conservation zoo on the hillside above Colwyn Bay, home to snow leopards, red pandas and penguins, with daily talks and sweeping sea views. Open every day except Christmas Day.

Zip World Fforest

Adventure in the trees above Betws-y-Coed, with the all-weather Fforest Coaster, giant treetop nets, zip line courses and the Plummet drop. Great fun for all ages, whatever the weather.

Llandudno & the Great Orme

A classic Victorian seaside resort with a long pier and promenade. Ride the Great Orme Tramway, running since 1902, up to the summit for spectacular views from late March to late October.

Bodnant Garden

One of the world’s great gardens, cared for by the National Trust, with terraces looking out to Eryri and the famous Laburnum Arch in late spring. Beautiful in every season.

Ironbridge Gorge

Home of the world’s first iron bridge and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with ten museums including Blists Hill Victorian Town, where you can swap your money for old pennies.

Zip World Velocity

Fly head-first over Penrhyn Quarry on what Zip World calls the fastest zip line in the world, at over 100mph. Open all year apart from Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

RibRide, Menai Bridge

Fast and thrilling boat trips on the Menai Strait, through the whirlpools of the Swellies and under the famous bridges, or out to Puffin Island to spot seals and seabirds. Trips run throughout the year.

More Ideas

For events and what’s on across the county, take a look at This Is Wrecsam, and Wrexham.com has plenty more ideas for your visit.

Photo credits via Wikimedia Commons. Wrexham Museum: Rept0n1x, CC BY-SA 3.0; Racecourse Ground: JThomas, CC BY-SA 2.0; St Giles’ Church: David Powell, CC BY-SA 3.0; Tŷ Pawb: Reading Tom, CC BY 2.0; Erddig: Glen Bowman, CC BY 2.0; Stori Brymbo: Geoff Charles, CC BY-SA 4.0; Alyn Waters: Derek Harper, CC BY-SA 2.0; Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and banner: Adrian Pingstone, public domain; Chirk Castle: Prichardson, public domain; Llangollen Railway: Roger Cornfoot, CC BY-SA 2.0; Castell Dinas Brân: Simaron, CC BY-SA 2.0; Chester: Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net), CC BY-SA 4.0; Chester Zoo: Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net)., CC BY-SA 4.0; Bangor-on-Dee: Paul, CC BY 2.0; Valle Crucis Abbey: Geir Hval (www.MacWhale.eu), CC BY-SA 4.0; Plas Newydd: Llywelyn2000, CC BY-SA 4.0; Tŷ Mawr: Robin Drayton, CC BY-SA 2.0; Gresford: Richard Hoare, CC BY-SA 2.0; Llangollen Wharf: Richard Rogerson, CC BY-SA 2.0; Wrexham Lager Brewery: Geoff Evans, CC BY-SA 2.0; High Street: RJ Price Davies, CC BY-SA 4.0; Horse and Jockey: RJ Price Davies, CC BY-SA 4.0; The Turf: JThomas, CC BY-SA 2.0; Eagles Meadow: Richard Hoare, CC BY-SA 2.0; Xplore!: Luís Ricardo Trindade Mendes, CC BY 4.0; Croeso to Wrexham Food Tour: J Westward, CC BY-SA 4.0; RibRide: Hefin Owen from Wales, CC BY-SA 2.0; Eryri: Julian Herzog, CC BY 4.0; Zip World Fforest: DS Pugh, CC BY-SA 2.0; Liverpool: Rodhullandemu, CC BY-SA 4.0; National White Water Centre: Graeme Walker, CC BY-SA 2.0; Conwy Castle: Nilfanion, CC BY-SA 4.0; Bodnant Garden: BodnantGarden, CC BY-SA 4.0; Powis Castle: Rosser1954, CC BY-SA 4.0; Ironbridge: P L Chadwick, CC BY-SA 2.0; Great Orme Tramway: Alan Murray-Rust, CC BY-SA 2.0; Zip World Velocity: Mike Hudson, CC BY-SA 3.0; Welsh Mountain Zoo: Jeff Buck, CC BY-SA 2.0.