Come and discover all Ards and North Down has to offer. Ards Visitor Information Centre is situated beside the bus station and within a short walk of the town’s the main shopping areas. Packed with local and national tourist information, as well as an extensive range of gifts and souvenirs. The Discovery Hub within is an exhibition area within the centre that houses monthly display and exhibitions – from history and heritage to our events and local produce, make it your first stop in Newtownards.
Opening Times
Christmas Closures
Closed 24 / 25 / 26 December and 1 January.
Standard Opening Hours
Mon - Fri 9.15am - 5pm | Saturday 9.30am – 5pm
Mon-Sat closed between 12noon-1pm | Sunday CLOSED
Our services
The friendly knowledgeable team are on hand with advice on:
- attractions – from family friendly to historic ruins, stately homes and award winning gardens
- activities – from relaxing to adrenaline pumping and everything in between
- where to stay - there is a huge choice of accommodation on offer to suit all needs and budgets
- local events - the events board is ever changing with all that is going on, from tours to experiences, markets and concerts
- where to eat – from coffee shops, delis, take-aways, bars and restaurant the choice is yours
Staff can help you plan your day trip, short break or staycation in the area or on the wider tourism offering across Northern Ireland.
Contact details
Ards Visitor Information Centre
31 Regent Street
Newtownards
Co.Down
BT23 4AD
Telephone: 028 9182 6846 | Email: ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk
Local Visitor Information Office - Portaferry
The Local Visitor Information Office is housed at the reception of the town’s main attraction, Exploris Aquarium. It is full of literature on attractions, activities and events in the region. The service is open from 10am - 5pm daily, all year and you do not need to pay the entry fee to Exploris to use it.
