Strangford Lough Scenic Drive

Strangford Lough Scenic Drive

Escape from the hustle and bustle of tourist traps with our Strangford Lough scenic tour. Showing off some of the most beautiful sights in Northern Ireland, this truly relaxing experience takes in the scenery hidden away just south of Belfast, allowing you to sit back and enjoy nature at its best. You will be collected from and dropped off at your hotel or ship.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Mount Stewart, Portaferry Road, Newtownards BT22 2AD Northern Ireland

Mount Stewart, located on the shores of Strangford Lough in County Down, is Northern Ireland’s much loved family home, this 19th- century house has been significantly transformed, making it a must-see attraction on the island of Ireland.
Voted as one of the top ten gardens in the world, Mount Stewart reflects a rich tapestry of design and planting artistry bearing the hallmark of its creator. Edith, Lady Londonderry’s passion for bold planting schemes coupled with the mild climate of Strangford Lough allows rare and tender plants from across the globe to thrive in this celebrated garden. Each of the formal gardens exudes a distinct character and appeal.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Portaferry, Portaferry, County Down, Northern Ireland

Portaferry is a small town in County Down, Northern Ireland, at the southern end of the Ards Peninsula, near the Narrows at the entrance to Strangford Lough. It hosts its own small Marina, the Portaferry Marina. The Portaferry - Strangford Ferry service operates daily at 15-minute intervals (8am to 11pm) between the villages of Portaferry and Strangford

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Castle Ward, Castleward House Castleward Estate Strangford, Downpatrick BT30 7LS Northern Ireland

See the Gothic and Classic collide at Castle Ward, an eccentric 18th century mansion and estate looking out over the tranquil waters of Strangford Lough in County Down.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Scrabo Tower, 203A Scrabo Road, Newtownards BT23 4SJ Northern Ireland

At the top of Scrabo Hill, overlooking Strangford Lough and the whole of North Down, is Scrabo Tower. The tower, which was built in 1857, is one of Northern Ireland’s best known landmarks and the views from the top are spectacular.
Universal Pictures filmed several scenes of the new Dracula Untold film at Scrabo Country Park.

Duration: 30 minutes