Ballygowan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
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.
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.
Activities
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
AU$56
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
AU$81
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Private Political History & Murals Tour Belfast
AU$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Belfast City Highlights & Giant’s Causeway Day Tour from Dublin
AU$98
per traveller
Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast
AU$50
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Ballygowan Hotel Deals
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is AU$386 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$386
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"We were only in town for one night, but the Fitzwilliam Hotel provided a wonderful home base from which to move around Belfast and see the sights. The hotel was very comfortable and well appointed."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is AU$182 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$182
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,387 reviews)
"Nice hotel, central. Staff very friendly. Room clean and comfortable. Bathroom door didn’t close properly and fan didn’t work. Breakfast nice but serving area a bit tired with drink dispensers needing replaced. Not enough serving tongs, which didn’t help for vegetarians."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
room2 Belfast Hometel
32-36 Queen Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is AU$193 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$193
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (903 reviews)
"Overall we had a great time at the property. We loved the style of the rooms, the beds were comfy and it was quiet. There were a few issues which is why I didn't give it a 5 star: - We were emailed that we could check-in at 2pm. We got there at 2pm and rooms were not ready. We had to wait in the ..."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
20 Brunswick Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is AU$204 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$204
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,350 reviews)
Great Hotel, Service and Rooms
"We had an excellent time.. Comfortable rooms. The front desk staff are great and very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Holiday Inn Express Belfast City by IHG
106 University Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$172 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$172
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Titanic Belfast and Belfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel and staff were fantastic. However, I had requested a low room via Expedia but the hotel never got the message. It would be helpful if you could check your communication links between the customer and the hotel. I thought I had filled in the request form correctly but the hotel said they ..."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Clayton Hotel Belfast City
22-26 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is AU$189 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$189
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"A"
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Dundonald International Ice Bowl or Ravenhill Stadium.
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