Blog (October 2024) - Discover Northern Ireland

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.

Sometimes all you need is the air that you breathe and a bit of room. With over forty miles of wide-open spaces and unspoilt natural beauty, the Sperrins are the ideal place for slowing down, getting away from it all and sucking in the fresh air.

Of course, there are more than 8 ways to enjoy a short break in County Down. After all, this is the home of the Mourne Mountains, Murlough Beach, Strangford Lough, Hillsborough Castle, Castle Ward Demense (aka Winterfell) and a world-class championship golf course or two. 

Belfast Grand Central Station, Northern Ireland’s state of the art integrated transport hub, is now open. The new station will be the main terminus for Belfast, with public realm work around the station continuing into 2025.

If you're seeking inspiration for your next mid term adventure, check out where Tara O’Byrne (@flipflopsandfloaties) and her family took themselves off exploring during a recent short stay along the Causeway Coastal Route.

This family friendly travel itinerary is ideal for a family travelling on a Saturday from Belfast to Bangor,a picturesque coastal town located just a short distance from the capital.