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. Located 2 Hours north of Dublin and 35 minutes south of Belfast beside Saint Patrick’s Grave with a fantastic Craft Store and incredible Garden Cafe. This needs to be your first stop in Ireland.
from £65.00 (5th May – 8th Sept)
Travel by coach to Ballyhornan Beach for a spectacular coastal walk along sandy trails and cliff-tops en-route to Saint Patrick’s Well by the sea. Walk to the historic Ardtole church before discovering the charming medieval port of Ardglass and lunch at the oldest golf club in the World.
from £45.00 (29th April – 16th September)
St Patrick’s Pilgrim Walk Downpatrick is one of our epic adventures. Discover the amazing story of Saint Patrick on this guided walk. View experiences below to see all our Camino experiences.
from £65.00 (6th May – 9th Sept)
Enjoy a fully guided camino walk and with canoeing, experience Inch Abbey and the Quoile Pondage, visiting Patrick’s first church in Ireland at Saul, the Saint Patrick Centre & Grave. Stunning views of wildlife and ancient monuments.
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Saint Patrick’s Way is the Camino of Ireland. Get a Pilgrim’s Passport and walk sections of the 82 mile signed walking trail which connects the most historic and beautiful Patrician sites in the World. The trail from between Armagh and Downpatrick is suitable for walkers and pilgrimages. When you finish in Downpatrick at Patrick’s Grave give your passport to reception at the Saint Patrick Centre and we will send you a Pilgrim’s Certificate.
Find out more details and plan your trip HERE.
For an interactive Map of Amenities along Saint Patrick’s Way click HERE
Join our Halloween Party at the Saint Patrick Centre this year!
A Wee Dander, Art Exhibition by Darren (Duxy) Leahy is now on show for the month of October at the Saint Patrick …
Supported by the American Ancient Order of Hibernians, the 2023 Young Ambassador Program ran in June 2023 with 12 Young Ambassadors from …
We have the only permanent exhibition in the World about Ireland’s Patron Saint.
We welcome you and your clients to this stunning visitor centre with a personal service.
The perfect venue for conferences and events with various sized conference rooms.
Experience Patrick’s life in his own words with workshops available for schools!
Charities set up across the USA and Canada to learn more about the Saint Patrick Centre.
The story of Ireland starts here. Plan your trip and learn about the story of Patrick.
Learn everything you need to know about St Patrick with our fantastic resources!
April 9, 2022
Lunch Time Visit
We were given re fills of coffee while we waited for our lunch to arrive. The food arrived a short time later and was presented excellent. Niall is an excellent credit... [read more]
July 5, 2021
Perfect way to spend a Saturday
Had a brilliant day doing the Newcastle section of the walk. Guides Martina and Elaine were superb – friendly, fun and knowledgeable. Started off with lovely… [read more]
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The Saint Patrick Centre,
Saint Patrick’s Square,
Market Street, Downpatrick,
BT30 6LZ