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  1. Accommodation in Ards and North Down
    Relax in the beauty of this place with accommodation ranging from distinctive self-catering options, cosy guest houses, glamping and caravanning/camping and a range of three, four and five-star hotel and spa facilities.
  2. Experience and explore the region
    Explore Ards and North Down, our place offers far reaching skies, miles of magnificent coastline, natural beauty, bountiful beaches and inspirational coastal and country walks. Create your perfect escape.
  3. Taste and enjoy the finest and freshest local produce
    Ards and North Down is well established as a leading food region where culinary innovation thrives. Savour the tastes of our region’s many award-winning restaurants and artisan food shops. Menus feature the finest local fayre and you can enjoy the warmest of welcomes with a ‘wee dram’ of local ale, gin or whiskey.
  4. Getting Here
    Travel to us by land, sea or air with major airports and seaports close by. Sail into our ports via Liverpool and Cairnryan, Scotland. From George Best Belfast City Airport and Belfast Docks, you can reach us in under 15 minutes, and Belfast International Airport is just 35km away.
  5. FAQs
    What you need to know about visiting Ards and North Down and Northern Ireland. Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about travelling to here, and exploring while you visit.
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  1. Visitor Information Centres
    Make our Visitor Information Centres your first stop when planning your trip - our staff are passionate about what they do and will share hints and tips on lesser-known beauty spots, hidden gems and places of interest, then it's time to explore and tick off your list as you go!
  2. Maps and Guides
    Discover this beautiful region at your own pace… embrace the natural landscapes and seascapes as you journey the 115 miles (185km) of scenic coastline winding your way along the edge of Belfast Lough, on to the Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough.
  3. Know Before You Go
    Let us help you with a little forward planning, so you can get the most out of your visit to Northern Ireland and Ards and North Down. Our advice, articles and directory will help you plan a trip that will deliver a lifetime’s worth of memorable experiences.
  4. Sustainable Tourism
    The need to be green and sustainable to protect the planet is increasing, across in our personal lives and for businesses. Tourism is no exception with many of our attractions, activity and accommodation providers taking steps to protect the environment and be more sustainable.
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