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

Hillsborough travel guide

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With a population of 3,872, Hillsborough is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hillsborough to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hillsborough

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Hillside (21 Main Street) and The Pheasant (410 Upper Ballynahinch Road) are great picks.

When to visit Hillsborough

Hillsborough in June
Estimated hotel price
£66
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hillsborough in June
Estimated hotel price
£66
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hillsborough

Plane

When flying to Hillsborough, you’ll arrive at Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 15 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hillsborough is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 170 miles from Hillsborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hillsborough, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Hillsborough takes 325 miles and will cost you around £104. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £94 for a journey of 475 miles.

Plane

When flying to Hillsborough, you’ll arrive at Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 15 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hillsborough is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 170 miles from Hillsborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hillsborough, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Hillsborough takes 325 miles and will cost you around £104. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £94 for a journey of 475 miles.

Airports near Hillsborough

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Hillsborough

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hillsborough

Average rates range from around £101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £98 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hillsborough

Most booked hotels in Hillsborough

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Drum Manor
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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Antrim Heights Bnb
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Haslem Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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Dunadry Hotel And Gardens
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£142+
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Ballyrobin Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Maldron Hotel Belfast Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£150+
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Hiring a car in Hillsborough

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Hillsborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hillsborough, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Hillsborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hillsborough, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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