The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum has two wings, as the name suggests – one showing the traditions and way of life of the people of Northern Ireland, while the other is a collection of cars, locomotives, trams, horse-drawn carriages, planes, bicycles and even pogo sticks. There are no prizes for guessing which is more popular with young children.

You can browse the exhibits at North Down Heritage Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Bangor. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Find out about the history of Bangor with a stop at Bangor Castle. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Rich with history, Cockle Row Cottages is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Bangor. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Just east of Belfast, the small seaside town of Bangor in County Down is a quiet place to get away, close to the Northern Irish capital. The picturesque Castle Park at Bangor’s centre makes an ideal spot for a tranquil moment of reflection.

Explore the great outdoors at Sunken Gardens, a lovely green space in Bangor. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.