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The Ards Peninsula

 
 

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The Ards Peninsula

The Ards Peninsula The Ards Peninsula, Northern Ireland A number of towns and villages are located on the peninsula, such as the seaside town of Donaghadee, with the surrounding area known as the Ards district Vladimira Dvorakova / age fotostock;

East of Belfast, walk along the coast to the Ards peninsula. Make a stopover at Mount Stewart House: this sumptuous 18th century home is surrounded by Italian-style gardens. The peninsula's microclimate is conducive to the growth of eucalyptus, palms and mimosas. Continue to Portaferry, at the end of the peninsula. From there, you will have a fabulous panorama of the coast.

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Other reasons to go

  1.   Landscapes

  2.   Towns

  3.   Arts and culture

  4.   The fauna and flora