Ballygowan
Popular places to visit
Mount Stewart House and Gardens
Visit the large collection of ancient relics and artwork in this historic house, and explore some of Northern Ireland’s most interesting gardens.
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.
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.
Scrabo Country Park
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.
Grey Abbey
You can find out about the history of Greyabbey with a trip to Grey Abbey. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
Belfast: Political Taxi Tour
From Belfast: Giant’s Causeway and Game of Thrones Day Tour
Belfast: 1 or 2-Day Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast
Belfast: Crumlin Road Gaol Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Ballygowan
Moneyreagh
Moneyreagh is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newtownards area, you might plan a trip to Stormont Parliament Buildings or Dundonald International Ice Bowl.