Hands-on science, Welsh football history and art alongside market life: Wrexham offers different ways to experience culture and the city. The Xplore! Science Discovery Centre has more than 85 interactive, hands-on science exhibits. Elsewhere, football and the city's architecture take centre stage; at TĹ· Pawb, art and markets come together under one roof.
Football History and Architecture
Wrexham AFC was founded in 1864 and is the oldest football club in Wales. The Racecourse Ground remains the oldest international football stadium still in use. On match days, you can watch a Wrexham AFC home game live there. Check in advance whether a match falls within your travel dates and whether tickets are available.
The Parish Church of St Giles is also one of the city's notable historic landmarks: it is a 16th-century Gothic church and the largest medieval church in Wales. Football history and church architecture offer different perspectives if you want to explore Wrexham's culture.
The opening of the Football Museum of Wales and Wrexham Museum was announced for Friday, 25 September 2026. According to the plans at the time, the new museum was to bring together Wrexham's stories, heritage and communities with Wales's rich football history. The Football Museum was to showcase Welsh football, from grassroots amateur clubs to the national teams, and highlight Wrexham's historic sporting achievements. Check the latest opening information before visiting.
Art, Markets and Events
TĹ· Pawb brings art and markets together in one place. Its arcades, market and food court are home to more than 30 independent traders. TĹ· Pawb also offers events and activities for all ages, including family art activities, live music, comedy nights, craft markets and film screenings. The venue brings together a range of cultural and market offerings; these events give you different ways to explore your interests.
FOCUS Wales is an international music showcase festival and a BAFTA-qualifying film festival. Events take place at several venues in Wrexham. If you want to include the festival in your trip, check the specific event days and dates.
Get Involved and Find Your Way
The Xplore! Science Discovery Centre offers more than 85 interactive, hands-on science exhibits. It is also easy to plan your journey there: the centre is a 12-minute walk from Wrexham General railway station. Another activity in Wrexham is a self-guided trail through an industrial area.
The Wrexham Information Centre provides information on attractions, activities, events, places to eat and drink, and route planning. It also sells local food and drink, crafts, gifts and Wrexham souvenirs. This is a place to find information on a range of topics and local products.
A Nearby Destination
The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is around 8 miles (13 km) from Wrexham. You can cross it by canal boat, canoe or on foot. These three options offer different ways to cross the aqueduct; the distance makes it easy to place this visit among the destinations near Wrexham.
Discover more destinations: Hanmer, Trevor, Glyn Ceiriog, Penycae, Bradley, Chirk, Erbistock, Llanarmon Dyffryn-Ceiriog.
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