Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bangor travel guide

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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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bangor to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Bangor

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When to visit Bangor

Bangor in January
Estimated hotel price
€73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bangor in January
Estimated hotel price
€73
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bangor

Plane

When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 132 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 132 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Bangor

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Bangor

KLM
Good (1,429 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,021 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,600 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,685 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,509 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,893 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,221 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,661 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,406 reviews)
China Southern
Good (122 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,852 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (287 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,051 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (179 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (23 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bangor

Average rates range from around €103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €157 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor

Most booked hotels in Bangor

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Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€109+
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Crowne Plaza Belfast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€107+
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Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€71+
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Holiday Inn Express Belfast City By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€68+
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Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
€92+
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ibis budget Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
€58+
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Hiring a car in Bangor

Expect to pay €1.56 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 €18.64 and €24.86.

Expect to pay €1.56 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 €18.64 and €24.86.