Ballygowan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ballygowan
Popular places to visit
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.
Mount Stewart House and Gardens
This Neoclassical house is accompanied by eclectic gardens, inspired by all corners of the world.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Magherascouse Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magherascouse Lough during your travels in Newtownards.
Activities
Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
1-Day Titanic Quarter & Belfast City Rail Tour
Belfast Political Tour-Conflicting Stories Walking Tour
Belfast: McConnell's -Belfast's newest distillery Experience
Our pick of the best Ballygowan Hotel Deals
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
"Great hotel. Definitely worth a visit"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
room2 Belfast Hometel
"We (a couple) stayed here for 5 nights. Hotel is within walking distance of the downtown core with many restaurants and shops. We used the laundry facilities which worked well for us. We stayed in a room with a kitchenette, very convenient. It was stocked with instant coffee, tea and sugar. The hotel ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
"Good situation. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room, though very warm during the night. Good breakfast with lots of choice."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
"Great location, friendly staff. Lovely reception/bar area"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Holiday Inn Express Belfast City by IHG
"Value for money but not a great location. Breafast is boring after 3 days. Staff is excellent"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Moxy Belfast City
"Eclectic environment with friendly staff. Enjoyed their welcome cocktail and breakfast buffet. Room was very comfortable."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in 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 Stormont Parliament Buildings.
