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.

Scrabo Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Scrabo Country Park, a lovely green space in Newtownards. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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.
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

Morning Giant’s Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast

Giants Causeway & Castles Tour from Belfast: Guided tour

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

1-Day Titanic Quarter & Belfast City Rail Tour
Ballygowan Hotel Deals

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Great locarion amazing staff its only jotel i stay in when im in Belfast
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Moxy Belfast City
Great stay. Checking was a little slow and breakfast could improve some
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Maldron Hotel Belfast City

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Great location, staff and accommodatings.
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

room2 Belfast Hometel
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Reviewed on May 9, 2026

The Malone Hotel
The property is fine, close to the university on a residential street - safe area to walk around. Breakfast was good - restaurant was closed on Monday night so there was limited choice in the bar. I was in the annex. There were no restrictors on the window so I wouldn't leave it open at night. The ...
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
