Ballygowan
Newtownards
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Popular places to visit

Mount Stewart House and Gardens
The historic house has some of the most interesting gardens in Northern Ireland and an extensive exhibition of ancient relics and artwork.

Mount Stewart
Step into a world of elegance and beauty at this 19th-century stately home, as renowned for its stunning grounds as for its opulent interiors.

Scrabo Tower
Located on the North Down coast just west of the town of Newtownards, the looming Scrabo Tower is an imposing sentinel in the Northern Irish countryside. Built in 1857 as a memorial to the third Marquis of Londonderry, the turreted tower is constructed from dark stone and resides on a hill 540 feet above sea level. The tower itself is 125 feet high, affording visitors with unbeatable views over the countryside and coastline beyond.

Nendrum Monastic Site
Find out about the history of Newtownards when you take a trip to Nendrum Monastic Site. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Scrabo Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Scrabo Country Park, a lovely green space in Newtownards. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Magherascouse Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magherascouse Lough during your travels in Newtownards.
Things to do

Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach

Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic

From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip

Afternoon Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast

Giant's Causeway, best of Northern Ireland Including Titanic from Belfast

Belfast Troubles : Murals, Street Art, and Peace Wall Tour
Ballygowan Hotel Deals

Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Clean room friendly staff good breakfast choice no noise and very central
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

room2 Belfast Hometel
Cosy and quirky with great little gym
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was absolute carnage - the Assistant Manager had no clue what she was doing and thought it proper to give a member of staff and talking to in front of guests whilst she stood about watching the carnage rather than do anything to help!
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Clayton Hotel Belfast City
Staff were fantastic, so friendly and helpful. Rooms was beautiful and clean, all the added touches from bathrobes to complimentary water, coffee, fizzy drinks and chocolate. Will definitely be returning soon.
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
Friendly staff. Spacious rooms
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
This was a beautiful property. One of my favorites on our trip to Ireland.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025