Downpatrick Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downpatrick
Kinelarty Luxury Glamping Pods
"We had a great stay here. The pod was cosy and warm and the setting was peaceful and quiet yet convenient to town for shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
"Staff was accommodating, room and bathroom were fantastic and the breakfast was excellent. Awesome location, walkable from train station in 3 minutes. Close to many sites as well as the great outdoor market."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Moxy Belfast City
"Hotel was lovely, in a good area for walking and getting around. Breakfast is excellent and a good choice offered."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hamilton House Holiday Apartments
Driftwood Loft
"Driftwood provides the home from home feeling and is situated in a perfect setting . You have a coastal walk of Strangford Lough, an amazing Castle, all the village amenities and great pubs, with the Dufferin Arms providing that that fantastic Irish atmosphere and experience (stones throw from Driftwood. ..."
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Welly Self Service
"Welly Self Serve The Highlights: The location of this rental is fantastic—just a stone’s throw from the University and right around the corner from several major bus stops, making it incredibly easy to get around. We loved just being around the corner of a street packed with great shops, restaurants, ..."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Inch Abbey
Find out about the history of Downpatrick with a stop at Inch Abbey. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Down Cathedral
Consider the historic and religious significance of this imposing hilltop church, which is the purported burial spot of St. Patrick.
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 savour the top-notch restaurants.
St. John's Point Lighthouse
St. John's Point Lighthouse is just one of the places to see in Downpatrick, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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.
Kilclief Castle
After visiting Kilclief Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Downpatrick. Make time to visit the monuments and temples while you're in the area.
Things to do
N. Ireland: Award Winning Guided Scenic Alpaca Trekking
From Belfast: Ebiking through Forest & Mountains
Adult Foraging Walk & Bushcraft Cookery Course for Beginners
Scenic Restorative Yoga Class County Down in Ballynahinch
Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen - Traditional Bread Making Experience
