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Visiting Newtownards

Newtownards is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Newtownards?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Newtownards then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

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FAQs About Newtownards

How Do I Get To Newtownards?

Driving directions to Newtownards:
From Belfast:
Take the A20 to the east and then follow signs for Newtownards on the A20
From Bangor:
Take the A2 to Belfast and then follow signs for Newtownards on the A20

Rail directions to Newtownards:
Take the Bangor line from Belfast Central Station and get off at Newtownards Station. From there, it's a short walk to the town centre.

Suggested routes:
From Belfast City Airport:
Take the A2 towards Bangor and then follow signs for Newtownards on the A20
From Portaferry:
Take the ferry to Strangford and then follow signs for Newtownards on the A25
From Downpatrick:
Take the A7 towards Belfast and then follow signs for Newtownards on the A20

What's The Nearest Airport To Newtownards?

The closest airport to Newtownards is the George Best Belfast City Airport, which is approximately 7 miles away. From the airport, you can take the A2 road towards Bangor and then take the A21 towards Newtownards. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or hire a car from the airport to drive directly to Newtownards.

Where Is Newtownards?

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