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The 4th green at Royal County Down Golf Course in Newcastle, County Down. Slieve Donard and the Mourne Mountains are visible in the background.

3-Day Itinerary for County Down

County Down‘s rolling hills, majestic mountains and island-dotted loughs are the perfect backdrop for a relaxing short break. Use this 3-day itinerary for inspiration on the best things to see and do on your next trip to the county.

  • View from atop Slieve Binnian in the Mourne Mountains, County Down. A large rock formation in the foreground with green fields as far as the eye can see in the background.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Mourne Mountains; Walking Highlights

    You could search high and low for a better spot in which to discover the joys of walking in Northern Ireland. Though you’re not likely to find one more inviting than the dramatic Mourne Mountains. 

  • Image of a couple enjoying the view of Gortin Lakes.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Walking Challenges in Northern Ireland

    If you’re ready to conquer higher peaks, looking for your next big hiking challenge or have a bucket list that you’re itching to tick off, then look no further than the spectacular mountain ranges of Northern Ireland. 

  • The 4th green at Royal County Down Golf Course in Newcastle, County Down. Slieve Donard and the Mourne Mountains are visible in the background.
    Categories: County Down

    Top things to see & do in County Down

    This is the county that is home to Northern Ireland’s most dramatic mountain range, gave Game of Thrones® its Winterfell castle, has the largest sea lough in Great Britain and Ireland and is St Patrick’s last resting place. Phew!

  • 2 mountain bikers enjoying the views across Carlingford Lough from atop Rostrevor Mountain Bike Trails in County Down. They are sitting while their bikes rest against a boulder.
    Categories: County Down

    Getting to County Down

    County Down is the most easterly county in Northern Ireland. Magnificent mountain landscapes meet pretty-as-a-picture fishing villages, glorious beaches and epic Game of Thrones® experiences.

  • A group in the sea doing taking part in some wild swimming
    Categories: things to do

    Wild Swimming

    With over 200 kilometres of diverse coastline and inland hideaways, Northern Ireland is the perfect destination for your wild swimming adventure.

  • Image of Galgorm Golf Course
    Categories: golf

    Northern Ireland (NI) Open 2024

    Galgorm Castle Golf Club are proud to host the NI Open 2024, between 25th-28th July. The competition is 1 of the 30 tournaments played on the European Challenge Tour, and with a cash prize of over €250,000 will feature some of the best up-and-coming golfers from across the world.

  • A group of young people enjoying the water activities at The Lake Kilrea
    Categories: things to doFamilies

    Bank Holiday ideas for families

    Here are the best three pieces of advice we can give for a Bank Holiday in Northern Ireland: plan, plan... and plan some more! Thankfully, there’s lots for families with kids of all ages to do here, so whether yours are teeny or teens, here’s a taster of what you could be up to. 

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    The Destination Dupes closer to home

    Discover world-class destinations on your doorstep in Northern Ireland.

    The ‘dupe’ trend has been welcomed across TikTok feeds, with over 5.9 billion views for affordable alternatives, but did you know that Destination Dupes are set to dominate the world of travel as a new trend for 2024?

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