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  1. Saint Patrick's Centre - External
    The Saint Patrick Centre Exhibition
    The Saint Patrick Centre Auditorium
    The Saint Patrick Centre Celebrations Around the World Gallery
    Saint Patrick's Centre - External
    The Saint Patrick Centre Exhibition
    The Saint Patrick Centre Auditorium
    The Saint Patrick Centre Celebrations Around the World Gallery

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    Downpatrick

    Address

    53A Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 9000

    Price

    Price £5.75 to £14.00 Activity

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Saint Patrick Centre is the only permanent exhibition in the World about Ireland’s Patron Saint. The History of Ireland starts here in Patrick’s words, which guide you through our amazing multimedia exhibition. Located 2 Hours north of Dublin…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £5.75 to £14.00 Activity

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (charge)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi - Free
    • Wi-fi available - Free
  2. Group in a row with the instructor in front being taught Irish dancing as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group being greeted by the instructor as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group enjoying some refreshments with the instructor as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group dancing with brooms as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Girl being shown how to dance by the instructor as the rest of the group watches on as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Girl enjoying dancing as she's taught by the instructor as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group being shown some traditional Irish dancing outfits as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group watching on as the instructor demonstrates Irish dancing as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group in a row with the instructor in front being taught Irish dancing as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group being greeted by the instructor as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group enjoying some refreshments with the instructor as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group dancing with brooms as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Girl being shown how to dance by the instructor as the rest of the group watches on as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Girl enjoying dancing as she's taught by the instructor as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group being shown some traditional Irish dancing outfits as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience
    Group watching on as the instructor demonstrates Irish dancing as part of the Dancing at the Crossroads experience

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Down Cathedral, English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4483 1043

    Type

    Type:

    Cultural Learning Experiences

    Get involved in this high-octane experience celebrating the centuries-old traditions of Irish dancing. Join Josephine Brennan King, a former principal Irish dancer for Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance, for a fun-filled interactive experience…

  3. Downpatrick

    Address

    The Saint Patrick Centre, Saint Patrick’s Square, Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 9000

    Price

    Price £45.00 Activity

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Tour

    Join a pilgrimage themed around Saint Patrick in Downpatrick, County Down, with your talented guides former Adoration Sisters Martina Purdy and Elaine Kelly, for a walk along Ireland's own Camino.

    Price

    Price £45.00 Activity
  4. Walkers in the mountains
    2 people with campfire in forest
    Group of people on snow covered mountain
    3 men with dog hiking in mountains
    View of the Mournes with golden grass field
    Walkers in the mountains
    2 people with campfire in forest
    Group of people on snow covered mountain
    3 men with dog hiking in mountains
    View of the Mournes with golden grass field

    Downpatrick

    Address

    34 Lynn Doyle Place, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6BZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7462 238 394

    Type

    Type:

    Mountaineering

    Based close to the Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland, Falcon Outdoors offers local day hikes and multi-day treks adapted to your fitness level and ability. Your safety and satisfaction are our priority! We also specialize in bushcraft courses.

  5. Red brick exterior with town hall clock of Down Arts Centre that sits at the junction of Irish Street, English Street and Scotch Street in Downpatrick

    Downpatrick

    Address

    2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6BP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4014

    Type

    Type:

    Arts Centre

    Located in the heart of Downpatrick, Down Arts Centre is the operational base for the arts in Downpatrick and the surrounding area. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
  6. Dancers at Denvir's

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Denvir's Hotel, 14 English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4483 1043

    Type

    Type:

    Cultural Learning Experiences

    Stamp, Clap and Dance your way into the Centuries-old tradition of Irish Dance in ancient Downpatrick. Join Josephine Brennan King, elite former Principal Dancer, and Dance Captain from “Lord of the Dance” for a full immersion into the story and…

  7. Downpatrick

    Address

    County Down Museum, The Mall, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 5218

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Discover the old Goal of Down, 1796-1830, Find out about its prisoners. Investigate 1798 and Thomas Russell. Follow the story of transportation to Australia. Explore the story with an expert guide.

  8. Downpatrick

    Address

    35 English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 4922

    Type

    Type:

    Cathedral

    Down Cathedral, a Cathedral of the Church of Ireland with magnificent stain glass windows, box pews and beautiful organ case was built in 1183 as a Benedictine Monastry. The patron saint, Patrick is believed to be buried in the nearby graveyard.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Bar and Restaurant
    Function Room
    Bar and Restaurant
    Function Room

    Downpatrick

    Address

    78 Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 6476

    Type

    Type:

    Restaurant

    We are situated in the centre of Downpatrick opposite the St. Patrick's Visitor Centre. The Murphy family have over a decade of experience in the hospitality business. We offer a first class modern style Bar and Restaurant.

  10. Inch Abbey
    Saul Church
    Strangford Lough from Audleys Castle
    Inch Abbey
    Saul Church
    Strangford Lough from Audleys Castle

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Inch Abbey (off A7), Inch Abbey Rd, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 9AT

    Type

    Type:

    Self-guided tour

    Follow in the footsteps of St Patrick, discovering fascinating and beautiful places in the area between Downpatrick and Strangford while solving this self-guided, murder mystery driving trail from Whodunit Hunts. Over 30 clues to solve! Starts Inch…

  11. Downpatrick

    Address

    Saul Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6PE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 4922

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Two miles outside Downpatrick is the replica of St Patrick's first church in Ireland. Close by, on the crest of Slieve Patrick is a massive statue of St Patrick. Bronze panels illustrate scenes from the life of Ireland's Patron Saint.

    Price

    Free
  12. Address

    Co Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Long, flat walk around very scenic coastline

  13. Ardglass Golf Course
    NI Golf Tours logo
    Transport outside Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle.
    Ardglass Golf Course
    NI Golf Tours logo
    Transport outside Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle.

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Unit 27, Down Business Centre, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7HX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 965

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Tour Operators

    NI Golf Tours crafts bespoke luxury golf experiences across Ireland, showcasing some of the world’s most celebrated courses. Each itinerary is meticulously tailored for discerning golfers, blending world-class golf with luxury accommodation, fine…

  14. Downpatrick

    Address

    Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6GQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4000

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark is a UNESCO Global Geopark and recognised Area of Outstanding Beauty that seamlessly blends stunning landscapes, rich geological history, and vibrant cultural heritage.

  15. High Cross lit up at night outside Down Cathedral, Downpatrick

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Down County Museum, The Mall, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4049

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Discover Early Christian Down. Special tours for groups.

    Explore the legacy of St Patrick. Discover the history of Down’s ancient high crosses. See real Early Christian artefacts from local Patrician sites.

  16. Downpatrick Visitor Information Centre

    Downpatrick

    Address

    The Saint Patrick Centre, 53a Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 9000

    Type

    Type:

    Tourist Information Centre

    Where is the Downpatrick Visitor Information Centre located?
    The Downpatrick Visitor Information Centre is located in The Saint Patrick Centre, Market Street, Downpatrick, County Down. 

    What can you find in the Downpatrick Visitor Information…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  17. Guests examine Down GAA historical artefacts as part of the Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Down All Ireland Champion Ross Carr holds up a historical Down GAA shirt
    Down All Ireland Champion DJ Kane poses for a photo with a guest on the Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Ross Carr hosts the hurling skills section of the Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Group learns the basics of Gaelic football with DJ Kane
    Group run alongside Ross Carr practising the new skills they've learnt during the Gaelic Games and Craic session
    Down All Ireland Champions DJ Kane and Ross Carr
    Guests learn to pull a pint of Guinness at Denvir's as part of their Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Guests examine Down GAA historical artefacts as part of the Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Down All Ireland Champion Ross Carr holds up a historical Down GAA shirt
    Down All Ireland Champion DJ Kane poses for a photo with a guest on the Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Ross Carr hosts the hurling skills section of the Gaelic Games and Craic experience
    Group learns the basics of Gaelic football with DJ Kane
    Group run alongside Ross Carr practising the new skills they've learnt during the Gaelic Games and Craic session
    Down All Ireland Champions DJ Kane and Ross Carr
    Guests learn to pull a pint of Guinness at Denvir's as part of their Gaelic Games and Craic experience

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Denvir's Coaching Inn, 14-16 English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7779 799 992

    Type

    Type:

    Experience Days

    Meet two Down GAA All-Ireland-winning legends as they take you through your paces for a day you’ll never forget and show you the ways and history of the GAA, with plenty of laughs included for good measure.

  18. Downpatrick

    Address

    Downpatrick, Co Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This walk begins at the Down County Museum, passing the Mound of Down, travelling along the Quoile River taking in sights such as Quoile Countryside Centre and Steamboat Quay.

  19. Downpatrick

    Address

    1st Floor, Saint Patrick Centre, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4483 5322

    Type

    Type:

    Café

    Dine out with a spectacular view at Downpatrick’s only roof top terrace with a stunning garden backdrop.

    Enjoy the finest freshly cooked food using the finest local ingredients in Downpatrick’s hidden gem.

  20. Downpatrick

    Address

    14 Struell Wells Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6RA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Struell Wells was built around a stream flowing through a secluded valley. It was a popular place of pilgrimage from the 1600s until the 1840s.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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