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.

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.

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.
Magherascouse Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magherascouse Lough during your travels in Newtownards.
Activities

1-Day Titanic Quarter & Belfast City Rail Tour

Private Political History & Murals Tour Belfast

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

Belfast: 1 or 2-Day Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach

From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Guided Day Tour
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