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St Patrick's Centre & Burial Site + Hillsborough Castle & Gardens

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Overview

Avoid the large group tours and visit more than you could using public transport during this small-group, luxury full-day excursion learning more about each site than you would if visiting independently. Enjoy the comforts in one of our Mercedes MPVs complete with wifi, Air con and complimentary refreshments. Generally areas to visit are St Patrick's Centre, The burial place of St Patrick, Newcastle and Hillsborough Castle. All our tours can be fully customised to suit the clients needs.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to St Patricks Centre may apply.
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What To Expect

Inch Abbey

A historic monument that doubled as a location for Game of Thrones. The ruins of the ancient Cistercian Abbey can be reached with an easy five minute stroll from our Inch Abbey station. You can explore the ruins, take in the views, and in the summer it’s a lovely spot for a picnic. It was also used as a location for Game of Thrones! See where Robb Stark’s camp was located in season one – it’s where he was proclaimed the King of the North.On certain dates in the summer, a living history monk will be on-site to provide guided tours of the Abbey.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Slieve Patrick Statue

Visit the statue of St Patrick at the top of Slieve Patrick. Construction began of this statue in 1932, the 1500th anniversary of St. Patrick's landing at the Slaney. From the top of the Statue there are excellent views across the surrounding countryside and Strangford Lough. Parking is provided at the entrance; there are no footpaths so sensible shoes are advisable.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Saul Church

According to tradition, the monastery was founded by Saint Patrick shortly after his arrival in AD 432; he landed via the nearby River Slaney and was granted a barn (Old Irish saball) by the local chieftain Dichu. He then placed it under the protection of Dunnius (Mo Duin).It is the traditional site of death of Saint Patrick, who died at Saul on 17 March 465.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Struell Wells

Ireland's most complete medieval wells, blessed by Saint Patrick Struell Wells were visited by pilgrims from all over Europe. There are a variety of buildings on site. The Eye Well is located in the centre. The Drinking Well is nearest the church. The womens bath house is medieval and the mens bath house later. Legend says that the wells sprung when Saint Patrick was visiting MacDhu, the Ardglass chieftain. He was so convinced by Patrick's argument that he allowed him to pierce his foot and turn the blood to water. Struell is from the Irish tSruth bhFuile - the stream of blood!
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Saint Patrick Centre

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. Visit the grave of St Patrick. St. Brigid and St. Columcille also lie buried with St. Patrick, making the site especially revered as the final resting place of a trinity of saints important in Irish history and culture.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

St. Patrick's Grave

Outside Down Cathedral on the highest part of Cathedral Hill lies the grave of Saint Patrick, the apostle of Ireland. By the early medieval period Patrick’s grave had become an important site for the developing church and an important monastery had grown around it. At this time the tradition of the hill being the burial place of saints Brigid and Columcille had been added to the legend of Patrick, giving rise to the well-known couplet: “In Down, three saints one grave do fill, Patrick, Brigid and Columcille.”
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Newcastle

Home to the renowned Royal County Down Golf Club, Newcastle is at the foot of Slieve Donard (850m elevation), the highest peak in the beautiful Mourne Mountains.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Discover Northern Ireland’s only royal residence, Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Highlights of a visit to the gardens include ornamental lawns, meandering waterways, peaceful woodlands and picturesque glens.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the St Patrick’s Centre & Burial Site + Hillsborough Castle & Gardens?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the St Patrick’s Centre & Burial Site + Hillsborough Castle & Gardens?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Parking Fees.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • Admission to St Patricks Centre may apply.
  • Admission to Hillsborough Castle & Gardens may apply.
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Accessibility information for the St Patrick's Centre & Burial Site + Hillsborough Castle & Gardens is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St Patrick's Centre & Burial Site + Hillsborough Castle & Gardens will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to St Patricks Centre may apply.
  • Admission to Hillsborough Castle & Gardens may apply.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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