Bangor travel guide
Bangor Tourism | Bangor Guide
You're Going to Love Bangor
With a population of 60’385, Bangor is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bangor has to offer.
Where to Eat in Bangor
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Stables (1 Donaghadee Road) and Paradise (43 Main Street) are great picks.
When to visit Bangor
How to Get to Bangor
Plane
When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 11 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 219 km from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bangor, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Bangor takes 177 km and will cost you around $63. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $165 for a journey of 523 km.
Airlines serving Bangor
Where to stay in Bangor
Average rates range from around $172 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $231 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor
Most booked hotels in Bangor
Hiring a car in Bangor
Expect to pay $2.84 per litre in Bangor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.98 and $45.31. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bangor, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.