Downpatrick
Things to do in Downpatrick, County Down
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Downpatrick works well as a base for exploring County Down, with a solid range of places to stay. The Cuan Licensed Guest Inn has built up a substantial following with over a thousand reviews at 4.5 stars, while several smaller guesthouses and B&Bs cluster around the 4.8 to 5.0 mark. Two campsites serve those travelling under canvas: Castle Ward (4.7 from 216 reviews) and Edgewater Holiday Park, which stands at 4.9 from 54 reviews.
The attractions nearby lean towards family visits and railway enthusiasts. Mountpanther's Pumpkin Patch draws steady crowds (4.6 from over 1,000 reviews), while the Downpatrick and County Down Railway is rated highest of all at 4.7 from 299 reviews. Butterfly House and Seaforde Gardens sits at 4.5 from 931 reviews, and Tyrella Beach—rated 4.6—offers a coastal option when the weather holds.
For eating out, the town has a reasonable choice. Forage and Picnic both hit 4.5 stars from 537 reviews each, suggesting they draw a regular crowd. Oakleyfayre sits at the same rating from 255 reviews, while Garden House Cafe and THE SOCIAL CAFE both score 4.4. Docs Fish & Chips offers something simpler at 4.0 from 291 reviews. The restaurant scene is weighted towards casual dining, with enough variety to avoid repetition over a few days.
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Ballydugan Country House
61 Ballydugan Road, Downpatrick
Ballymote Country House
Ballymote House, Downpatrick
Creeghduff Lodge
33 Downpatrick Road, Downpatrick
Denvirs Coaching Inn
14 - 16 English Street, Downpatrick
Lecale Bliss
79 St. Patricks Road, Downpatrick
Margarets Cottage B&B
9 Castle Place Ardglass, Downpatrick
The Cuan Licensed Guest Inn
6-10 The Square, Downpatrick
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Attractions Near Downpatrick
All attractions in Downpatrick →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Downpatrick.
7 mi
Castle Ward
Strangford · ⭐ 4.7
8 mi
Exploris Aquarium
Newtownards · ⭐ 4.3
9 mi
Murlough National Nature Reserve
Dundrum · ⭐ 4.8
10 mi
Newcastle Beach
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.5
Newcastle Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.2
11 mi
Coco's Adventure Playground Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.2
11 mi
Tollymore Forest Park
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.7
Nature and Nurture
Lisburn
Camping in Downpatrick(2)
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Common questions about Downpatrick
How many campsites are there in Downpatrick?
We list 2 campsites in and around Downpatrick, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Downpatrick?
We list 7 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Downpatrick.
What is there to do in Downpatrick?
We list 4 attractions and things to do in and around Downpatrick.
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We list 12 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Downpatrick.
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