Visitor Information Centres (VIC's)
VIC's are often the first point of contact for visitors wishing to explore what a region has to offer and can be in person, over the phone or via email. There are two permanent Centres in Ards and Bangor, with a trained team of Visitor Advisors. While the staff know the area well and regularly research for new providers and events, it is great to have direct engagement with you, the trade, to get regular updates.
This is what our Visitor Services section can do to help support your business:
- Free listing in the Ards and North Down Visitor Guide and Visitor Map (subject to criteria)
- Within the office, racking is available to display your information – leaflets, posters.
- The team deliver outreach, taking information on the region to large scale events both locally, e.g. Mount Stewart, Garden Show Ireland, etc.
- The team will also ensure your information is shared with relevant tourism colleagues in the Tourism Development Team and also Tourism NI and Visit Belfast.
Contact details
Ards VIC - 31 Regent Street, Newtownards, BT23 4AD | +44 (0)28 9182 6846 |ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk
Bangor VIC - Tower House, 34 Quay Street, Bangor, BT20 5ED | +44 (0)28 9127 0069 | bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk
Let Us Help You Plan Your Visit
Bordering Belfast, within minutes of Belfast City Airport, Ferry terminals and public transport, you can easily escape the bustle of the city, with even the most southerly point only 60 minutes away.
Our Tourism Team can tailor your visit from attractions to activities and food to accommodation. Be it FIT, MICE, Tour Groups or Incentives let us help you plan your visit. Check out this presentation to get a flavour of what we have to offer.
If you are looking to host a conference here, we can accommodate a wide variety of events from large conferences with up to 500 attendees to more intimate venues hosting as few as 10 delegates. Read more in our Conference Guide.
Additionally, we work with a range of experienced and qualified Tour Guides, Translators and Coach companies to ensure your visit is perfect.
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