Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
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.
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.
Catch an event at Eddie Irvine Sports during your trip to Bangor. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Somme Heritage Centre in Newtownards. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Located amid the beautiful parklands of the Clandeboye Estate in County Down, the Blackwood Golf Centre is one of Northern Ireland’s very best pay and play facilities.
Just east of Belfast, the small seaside town of Bangor in County Down is a quiet place to get away, close to the Northern Irish capital. The picturesque Castle Park at Bangor’s centre makes an ideal spot for a tranquil moment of reflection.
