Step inside this 17th century Tower House to discover all Ards and North Down has to offer.
Bangor Visitor Information Centre is located within the 17th century Tower House is packed with local and national tourist information, as well as gifts and souvenirs. Make it your first stop in the seaside town.
Opening hours
Bank Holiday
Bank Holiday: Monday 26 August open 10am - 4pm.
Standard Opening Hours
June, July and August
Mon – Fri 9.15am - 5pm | Sat 10am – 5pm | Sunday CLOSED
September - May
Mon - Fri 9.15am - 5pm | Sat 10am – 4pm | Sunday CLOSED
Our services
The friendly knowledgeable team are on hand with advice on:
- 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
- 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
Staff can help you plan your day trip, short break or staycation in the area or across Northern Ireland.
History of Tower House
The 17th Century Tower and adjoining Tower House on Bangor Seafront are well preserved reminders of Bangor's sea-faring history alongside its modern Marina.Originally built in 1637 as a Custom House, the architecture of the Tower is unique in Bangor and rare in Ulster. Over the past 300 years the building has served various purposes - private dwellings, an antique shop and housed hot sea water baths.
The future of the Tower House was protected when the Historic Buildings Branch of the Department of the Environment added it to their "List of Buildings of Special Interest" in 1979.
Contact details
Tower House
34 Quay Street
Bangor
Co.Down
BT20 5ED
Telephone: 028 9127 0069 | Email: bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk
