Ballygowan
Newtownards
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Things to do
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Guided Day Tour With Castles
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
Afternoon Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast
Top hotels in Ballygowan
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Staff 100% helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Excellent staff, breakfast, overall stay. Great ambience in the lobby/bar area until the late hours. Would stay again 100%
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
room2 Belfast Hometel
Clean hotel and room, good location!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
The staff were phenomenal! Rooms were lovely. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Belfast City
Loved the breakfast menu, great choices and fresh with a lot of variety. Hotel is in a great location and looks great and welcoming upon arrival. Rooms are comfortable, but could do with a bit of a refresh as they look quite old and furniture looks dated. Some disturbances due to loud noise outside ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Belfast City by IHG
Great hotel. Clean with excellent staff and service
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
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.
Ballygowan
- Titanic Belfast
- SSE Arena
- Queen's University of Belfast
- Grand Opera House
- Victoria Square Shopping Centre
- Waterfront Hall
- Belfast Castle
- Boucher Road Playing Fields
- Lisburn Road
- Belfast City Hall
- Belfast Botanic Gardens
- Ormeau Park
- Odyssey Complex
- St. George's Market
- Stormont Parliament Buildings
- Mourne Mountains
- Castlewellan Forest Park
- Ulster Museum
- Killyleagh Castle
- Crumlin Road Gaol
- St. Anne's Cathedral
- Ulster Hall
- Donaghadee Harbour
- Carrickfergus Castle
- Hillsborough Castle
- Belfast Customs House
- MAC Theatre
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