Ballygowan Travel Guide
Newtownards
Visit Ballygowan
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 lively bars 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
Shore Excursion: Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Port
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour
Giant's Causeway, best of Northern Ireland Including Titanic from Belfast
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Guided Day Tour With Castles
Top hotels in Ballygowan
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
"My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the Fitzwilliam in Belfast. The staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was comfortable and the bathroom was a perfect size. We thoroughly enjoyed the bar and each of the waiters was very friendly. Also, the bartender made the best Cosmopolitan!! We would stay ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Moxy Belfast City
"Wish there was on site parking"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
"Pros: Excellent location, close to City centre, bus & train station. Cons: Room was on the small side and did not have a mini-fridge"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
"Great location leaving the whole of Belfast very walkable, the Hotel has a good size of room's also one of the best breakfasts I ever got in my life, well done to all staff."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
room2 Belfast Hometel
"First rate in every respect. The hotel is in a great location, well appointed, clean and tidy and the staff are great. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Malone Hotel
"It was excellent experience"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
