Ballygowan Travel Guide
Newtownards
Visit Ballygowan
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
Built in the 18th Century, Mount Stewart is a handsome neoclassical house and garden on the eastern edge of Strangford Lough in County Down in Northern Ireland. Once the seat of the Marquesses of Londonderry, the Vane-Tempest-Stewart dynasty, who bought the estate in 1744, this National Trust-owned property is a must-see for anyone interested in history or horticulture or who likes nothing better than to spend time appreciating beautiful and calm surroundings.

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. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Nendrum Monastic Site
Find out about the history of Newtownards with a stop at Nendrum Monastic Site. Visit 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

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

City Sightseeing Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Belfast Interactive Comedy Night: Craic The Gong

Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic

Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast

Belfast: Giant's Causeway, Coast Road & Game of Thrones Tour
Top hotels in Ballygowan

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Superb location for exploring Belfast. Excellent staff.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Moxy Belfast City
Great location near City Hall. Staff was great. It’s very close to several clubs, so expect some noise outside at night.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Maldron Hotel Belfast City

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Lovely welcome and Check in. Room clean and a good size. Great location with parking just around the corner.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

room2 Belfast Hometel
.
Reviewed on 9 May 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 11 May 2026
