Situated on the beautiful Ards Peninsula , this is Northern Ireland’s only public aquarium and seal sanctuary. It is a real hidden gem. Though the Peninsula has many must see attractions. A great day tour. It is located in the beautiful village of Portaferry , with the Portaferry Hotel close by. That hotel serves the most [...]
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Strangford Lough
06-03-2010 / Cruise ships , Must See Attractions
On the way to the Mourne Mountains it is often possible to take in the “Ards Peninsula” driving to Portaferry. Either as a day tour out of Belfast , if your cruise ship is in , or as part of your tour of Ireland , consider this option. The great expanse of Strangford Lough on Ireland’s northeast [...]
The famous gardens at Mount Stewart were planted in the 1920s by Edith, Lady Londonderry, and are of international importance. The magnificent series of outdoor ‘rooms’ and vibrant parterres contain many rare plants that thrive in the mild climate of the Ards Peninsula. The house tour includes paintings and stories about the prominent political figures to whom [...]