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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Downpatrick

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

Updated December 30, 2025
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The Grave of St. Patrick

Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

The Grave of St. Patrick

A boulder in the Churchyard of Down Cathedral marks the legendary burial place of "The Apostle of Ireland."
Inch Abbey

Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

Inch Abbey

A medieval abbey featured on 'Game of Thrones' that dates back to the 12th century.
Main house at Castle Ward

Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

Castle Ward

This 18th century mansion played Winterfell in Game of Thrones.
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Tullyboard Windmill

This windmill was used for well over a century.
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You may seek a cure from waters pure, that flow deep in Cooey’s Wells.

Ards, Northern Ireland

Saint Cooey's Well

Legend says the water within these mysterious sacred springs stays cold even when boiled.
8 miles from Downpatrick

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Skate 56 in The Belfry

Northern Ireland's church-turned-skate park.
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Peace Maze of Northern Ireland

A peace symbol in Northern Ireland is among the world's largest hedge mazes.
10 miles from Downpatrick
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