Title: Things to Do in Strangford in 2026 | Expedia.com [Strangford Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Strangford.dx6341657)[Hotels in Strangford](https://expedia.com/Strangford-Hotels.d6341657.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Strangford](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Strangford.d6341657.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Strangford](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Strangford.d6341657.Car-Rental-Guide)[Strangford Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Strangford.d6341657.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Strangford ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Strangford Types of activities [Strangford Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Strangford.dx6341657) ### Strangford Attractions If you're ready to discover the best of Strangford, sign up for a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6341657&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let a friendly guide show you the most popular landmarks. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {5 fun activities in Strangford [fun activities in Strangford](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6341657&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth checking out. --- --- ## Recommended things to do in Strangford | Number of things to do | 5 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Saint Patrick Centre Exhibition experience](/things-to-do/saint-patrick-centre-exhibition-experience.a44856331.activity-details): $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Saint Patrick Centre Exhibition experience](/things-to-do/saint-patrick-centre-exhibition-experience.a44856331.activity-details)[Game Of Thrones Locations Self Drive Tour with an App](/things-to-do/game-of-thrones-locations-self-drive-tour-with-an-app.a50813061.activity-details)[Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen - Traditional Bread Making Experience](/things-to-do/traceys-farmhouse-kitchen-traditional-bread-making-experience.a999737.activity-details)[Private - St. Patricks Trail, Game of Thrones & Irish whiskey](/things-to-do/private-tour-st-patricks-trail-game-of-thrones-whiskey-tour.a46703902.activity-details)[St Patrick's Centre & Burial Site + Hillsborough Castle & Gardens](/things-to-do/st-patricks-centre-burial-site-hillsborough-castle-gardens.a47529968.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Saint Patrick Centre Exhibition experience](/things-to-do/saint-patrick-centre-exhibition-experience.a44856331.activity-details)[Game Of Thrones Locations Self Drive Tour with an App](/things-to-do/game-of-thrones-locations-self-drive-tour-with-an-app.a50813061.activity-details) | | With kids | [Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen - Traditional Bread Making Experience](/things-to-do/traceys-farmhouse-kitchen-traditional-bread-making-experience.a999737.activity-details) | ## What to do in Strangford - With kids ### Things to Do in Strangford with Kids Strangford has plenty of nearby fun activities for you and your kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6341657&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew entertained for hours. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Strangford? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Strangford ![Down Cathedral featuring signage and a cemetery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086669/8129a943-0660-4d51-81ee-acee3d266efe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Down Cathedral Consider the historic and religious significance of this imposing hilltop church, which is the purported burial spot of St. Patrick. [](https://expedia.com/Down-Cathedral-Downpatrick.d6086669.Vacation-Attraction) ![Inch Abbey which includes building ruins and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086667/c089f5e0-d409-40e8-8537-1c643798683f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Inch Abbey Find out about the history of Downpatrick when you take a trip to Inch Abbey. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Inch-Abbey-Downpatrick.d6086667.Vacation-Attraction) #### Killyleagh Castle After visiting Killyleagh Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Killyleagh. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Killyleagh-Castle-Downpatrick.d6086665.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. John's Point Lighthouse You can find out about the history of Downpatrick when you stop by St. John's Point Lighthouse. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Johns-Point-Lighthouse-Downpatrick.d6086681.Vacation-Attraction) #### Castle Ward Castle Ward is a building of two halves, the result of the ultimate marital compromise. Lord Bernard Ward wanted to live in a neoclassical mansion, but his wife Lady Anne was a big fan of Gothic architecture. So they built both. [](https://expedia.com/Castle-Ward-Downpatrick.d6086675.Vacation-Attraction) #### Downpatrick Racecourse You can take time to visit Downpatrick Racecourse during your travels to Downpatrick. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Downpatrick-Racecourse-Downpatrick.d6086671.Vacation-Attraction) #### Delamont Country Park Explore the great outdoors at Delamont Country Park, a lovely green space in Downpatrick. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Delamont-Country-Park-Downpatrick.d553248621532489906.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Patrick Centre You can spend time exploring the galleries in St. Patrick Centre in Downpatrick. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Patrick-Centre-Downpatrick.d6086673.Vacation-Attraction) #### Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House Explore the great outdoors at Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House, a lovely green space in Downpatrick. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Seaforde-Tropical-Butterfly-House-Downpatrick.d553248621532489899.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Strangford ![Warm summer evening light on the village harbour marina of Portaferry at the entrance to Strangford Lough, County Down, Ireland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12046/1e365381-5124-410e-b3eb-684953e918de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portaferry ![Aerial Panoramic view of summer sunny Downpatrick countryside ,Northern Irela](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182715/62bb217d-873e-43f8-b846-d24065fa2a45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Downpatrick ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Strangford worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Strangford? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Strangford? ### Is three days enough to stay in Strangford? ### What are some activities to do in Strangford with kids? > - [Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen - Traditional Bread Making Experience](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/traceys-farmhouse-kitchen-traditional-bread-making-experience.a999737.activity-details) ### What to do in Strangford for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Strangford? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rentals - Other - [Portaferry Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Portaferry-Hotels.d12046.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [B&B in Portaferry ](https://www.expedia.com/Portaferry-Bed-And-Breakfast.d12046-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Hotels with Restaurants in Portaferry ](https://www.expedia.com/Portaferry-Hotels-Hotels-With-Restaurants.0-0-d12046-tHotelswithRestaurants.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cottages in Portaferry ](https://www.expedia.com/Portaferry-Cottages.d12046-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Downpatrick Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Downpatrick-Hotels.d182715.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [B&B in Downpatrick ](https://www.expedia.com/Downpatrick-Bed-And-Breakfast.d182715-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - 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