Newtownards travel guide

Newtownards Tourism | Newtownards Guide

You're Going to Love Newtownards

With a population of 29,363, Newtownards is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Newtownards deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Newtownards

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bull & Claw Newtownards (18 Frances Street) and Tipsy Gypsy (1-2 Court Square) are great picks.

When to visit Newtownards

Newtownards in December
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newtownards in December
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newtownards

Plane

When flying to Newtownards, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 7 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 136 miles from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 110 miles and will cost you around $13. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $119 for a journey of 325 miles.

Plane

When flying to Newtownards, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 7 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 136 miles from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 110 miles and will cost you around $13. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $119 for a journey of 325 miles.

Airports near Newtownards

Airlines serving Newtownards

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (185 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (963 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,433 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,792 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (154 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (97 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Newtownards

Most booked hotels in Newtownards

Roomz
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 381 reviews)
$99+
The Old Schoolhouse Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 464 reviews)
$100+
Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 6020 reviews)
$159+
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 5510 reviews)
$157+
Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 5185 reviews)
$166+
Portaferry Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 76 reviews)
$122+

Renting a car in Newtownards

Expect to pay $7.08 per gallon in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.94 and $113.26. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Opel Astra or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.08 per gallon in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.94 and $113.26. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Opel Astra or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.